Event Logistics Specialist

The Events Logistics Specialist performs specialized administrative and operational duties to deliver student programs or services for the Marshall Student Center. The Events Logistics Specialist is responsible for the effective operation and administration of a wide variety of activities, services and programs that promote student development and enhance the USF student life experience.

The Events Logistics Specialist encompasses responsibilities such as securing equipment, supervising the opening and closing of facilities, and managing security, maintenance, and safety protocols. A key component involves supervising and developing student staff through recruitment, training, and leadership, fostering a positive and productive work environment. The Specialist will also be responsible for enforcing university policies, addressing emergencies or conflicts proactively, and collaborating with event planners and operational teams to deliver high-quality, seamless events.

• Implements and evaluates special programs, projects and event activities designed to promote student development.
• Fulfills the operational requirements of a specific program, department and/or organization.
• Plans and implements special events for students, including set up and breakdown of equipment and facilities, scheduling, and logistics.
• Publicizes events and programs at various USF community and/or business meetings.
• Explains program policies and procedures to students, applying judgment to respond to individual needs and special situations appropriately, and referring problems as necessary.
• Ensures students meet eligibility and administrative requirements for programs and services.
• Participates in the collection, compilation and analysis of program activity data.
• Trains and assigns work to student workers.
• Maintains equipment inventories, checks out and monitors equipment use, and orders replacement equipment as necessary.
• Enforce Marshall Student Center and USF policies, rules and regulations, as well as managing crises that may arise such as injuries and physical confrontations.

This position requires a high school diploma and four years of related experience. Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.