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Lead Event Assistant

Virginia Jobs
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Department : Office of University Branding

Classification : GMU Worker

Job Category : Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type : Part-Time

Work Schedule : Approximately20 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends

Location : Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type : On Site Required

Salary : $15 per hour

Criminal Background Check : Yes

Motor Vehicle Records Check : Yes

About the Position :

George Mason University's Office of University Branding seeks a part-time Lead Event Assistant responsible for assisting professional staff in all aspects of event management. The University Events team supports Mason's mission by producing events that align with the strategic goals of the University and their students, faculty, alumni, and other stakeholders.

George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities :

The Lead Event Assistant will report directly to the Associate Director of Events and Operations within University Events. This individual will be an experienced team member charged with managing the reception desk and relevant duties including but not limited to : managing the generic email and main phone line, providing event information to inquiries from internal and external clientele, provide pricing and location information to non-GMU clients, provide guidance and information to internal GMU clients, assist event coordinators with assigned tasks, and maintain the event reception area and surrounding storage rooms. This position will also assist the Associate Director of Events and Operations with the management of 1 student wage position. On-site event management may also be expected as needed.

Required Qualifications :

  • Ability to effectively communicate standards of facility use, program operations, campus policies, regulations, and procedures to customers and the University community;
  • Exhibits strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
  • Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse audience;
  • Demonstrates excellence in customer service;
  • Strong verbal, written, and communication skills;
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize duties;
  • Ability to work 20 hours per week including some evenings and weekends; and
  • Must be in good standing (driver's license and insurable) to operate state or personal vehicle(s); and must have reliable personal transportation. Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field; and
  • Experience with 25Live is preferred.
  • Instructions to Applicants :

    For full consideration, applicants must apply for Lead Event Assistant at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.

    Posting Open Date : May 22, 2024

    For Full Consideration, Apply by : June 14, 2024

    Open Until Filled? : Yes

    Salary : $15

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