Event Setup Assistant

Job Title: Event Setup Assistant

Reports to: Event Production Manager

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week based on cadence of events schedule. Requires a flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends.

A primary function of this and every role at the Tucson J is to ensure by whatever rational, ethical, and legal means possible that every member, guest, and visitor leaves the J feeling just a little better than when they arrived.

As an ambassador of the JCC, an Event Setup Assistant represents the JCC to members, guests, clients, and general community by delivering a positive experience and quality interactions leading to client acquisition and retention.

This role will support internal clients (coworkers) with a focus on external clients, vendors, and community partners. This is an event setup position with some building service and janitorial duties.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow instructions as to proper setup presentation in a timely manner
• Keep facility looking sharp at all times
• Building, maintaining, and deepening relationships with community and coworkers
• Maintain current inventory of all event/rental specific items
• Stock supply closet areas - keeping tabs on stock pars, notify supervisor if things need reordering
• Exhibit internal and external communication skills
• Ensure the policies and procedures of the organization are maintained
• Other special projects as assigned

Services Expectations & Skills:

• Must be able to fulfill physical duties of the job including lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. and transporting heavy objects in team effort
• Ability to work in fast paced, collaborative environment
• Strong work ethic and attention to details while focusing on big picture
• Friendly, clear, concise, timely, and professional communication and collaboration
• Strong decision-making and problem solving skills required with self-starting on general building cleanliness
• Hold to and/or exceed service standards, including the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Professional appearance and organization of work, storage and event space
• Must have a friendly and outgoing personality paired with being a team player

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience and Certifications:

• Customer service experience (preferred)
• Administrative support experience (preferred)
• Experience in Hospitality Service Industry (preferred)

Schedule:

• 40 hours/week based on cadence of events schedule. Requires a flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends.

Salary & Benefits:

• Full Time, $15.50/hour
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Available Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401k
• Membership to JCC
• Discounts on programs and services (including preschool, afterschool care, and camps)
• Professional Development opportunities

The Tucson J is a community center where everyone is welcome and we offer amenities for people of all ages and identities. Home to an Early Childhood Education center, after-school care and camps, Disability Services day programs, fitness center and pool, beautiful new tennis courts, and so much more, there’s truly something here for everyone, including the people who work here! Our staff is not only part of a team, but an important part of our community. Join us!

DEI Statement

At the Tucson J, we strive to be a team where everyone is involved, respected, and heard. We recognize the value of all identities, abilities, and experiences, creating a work-place environment where employees feel empowered to be their full selves. An empowerment that resonates a positive impact on our team, and the community we serve. Be you, with us!

It is the policy of The Tucson Jewish Community Center (“Tucson J”) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The Tucson J will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Accommodations Statement

The Tucson J is committed to the inclusion of all people of all identities. As part of this commitment, we will work with any employee who believes reasonable accommodations will benefit their ability to be a successful member of the Tucson J team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Tucson, AZ 85718 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tucson, AZ 85718: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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