Event Productions Student Assistant

STU AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

• Be a current UF degree seeking student registered at a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester
• Respond to and assist with emergency situations and building evacuations per department procedures or as instructed by building management staff
• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a high level of professionalism
• Demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Maintain an exemplary work ethic by being proactive, self-motivated, and dependable
• Participate in all scheduled meetings, trainings, and evaluations
• Serve as an ambassador for all areas within the Reitz Union as well as the University of Florida, providing accurate information and campus resources

• Set up and strike tables, chairs, stages, podiums, audiovisual equipment, and other event furnishings independently or as part of a team, following room diagrams and event documentation for both indoor and outdoor venues
• Works collaboratively with team members while maintaining a professional, friendly, and positive attitude
• Provide customer service support and audio-visual troubleshooting with clients during setup and live events
• Assist with the transportation, distribution, and redistribution of office furniture, event equipment, and general equipment, ensuring items are returned to proper storage areas when not in use
• Conduct equipment inventories, maintain organization and proper storage of furniture and audiovisual equipment, and perform minor repairs
• Must be physically able to lift 45 pounds regularly and work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Work a minimum of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters
• Ability to commit to at least two semesters
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, and weekend availability is required
• This position requires a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, evenings, holidays, and academic breaks as needed
• Must have availability to work at least one holiday shift per semester and one fall football game weekend shift, as needed
• Provide two weekend (Friday-Sunday) availabilities each fall and each spring semester at a minimum

$14.00/Hour

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

• The ability to work more than the minimum requirements
• Previous customer service, event, and/or AV experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A willingness to learn and be taught by your peers
• General knowledge of the University policies and Reitz Union
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification

Must submit a résumé with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.