Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Event Assistant
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20310
Event Assistant
Head into the summer with a new job as a Virginia state employee. The Office of Events Management at George Mason University's Mason Square (Arlington) campus is ready to hire a Part-Time Event Assistant. Be part of a team of professionals who assist with the successful support and execution of events at the Mason Square Campus (Arlington). George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of all-inclusive diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will support this commitment. Wait, there's more. We offer some benefits to part-time employees. These benefits include tuition assistance, ability to contribute to a supplemental retirement plan, participation in the Staff Senate and wonderful discounts! You'll be busy. Now, fast forward a few months. You have made a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities of a major university. We think it's a great gig. That's why we are looking for the best and want you to join us. Go Patriots! Responsibilities: Verifies that all equipment requested for events is set in the exact manner as described on the set-up report
this will involve setting up tables and chairs and audio-visual equipment in accordance with reservation requests; Operate and maintain a working knowledge of all audio-visual (A/V) systems in Mason Square event venues; Verifies that Audio-Visual equipment is tested and fully operational before events begin; Provide general A/V support for meetings, conferences, and events; Responds to and troubleshoot minor technical issues and provide user support during an event when required; Delivers timely and effective support to event clients, responding promptly to all requests; Ensures accurate and on time fulfilment of table and equipment delivery requests; Completes regular building checks to retrieve and return event signage and equipment to storage; Maintains order in all storerooms and ensure that aisles and mechanical equipment areas are kept clear of equipment; Ensures proper storage of Plaza furniture and Umbrellas in advance of inclement weather; Assists management with event operations and execution requirements while ensuring compliance with Mason square venue polices; and Identifies maintenance discrepancies and/or damages within event space and reports them to the Operations Manager. Required Qualifications: Must be a high school graduate; Possess outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently with a diverse audience, including current university faculty and staff, alumni, donors, students, and the community; Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; Must be able to safely and independently move items up to 50 pounds; Must have excellent verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; Possesses a strong customer service, time management and organizational skillset with high attention to detail; and Understanding of audio/visual equipment used to support events and multimedia applications, visual/audio hardware configuration, conference A/V set-ups, streaming platforms, and knowledge of electronics used to support events, and a willingness to learn new skills. Preferred Qualifications: At least six-months experience working in event venue operations support capacity; Familiarity with higher education; and Willingness to learn A/V and multimedia applications, conference A/V set-ups, and streaming tools and platforms. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Event Assistant at
https://jobs.gmu.edu/ . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. Posting Open Date:
April 15, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by:
April 29, 2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Head into the summer with a new job as a Virginia state employee. The Office of Events Management at George Mason University's Mason Square (Arlington) campus is ready to hire a Part-Time Event Assistant. Be part of a team of professionals who assist with the successful support and execution of events at the Mason Square Campus (Arlington). George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of all-inclusive diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will support this commitment. Wait, there's more. We offer some benefits to part-time employees. These benefits include tuition assistance, ability to contribute to a supplemental retirement plan, participation in the Staff Senate and wonderful discounts! You'll be busy. Now, fast forward a few months. You have made a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities of a major university. We think it's a great gig. That's why we are looking for the best and want you to join us. Go Patriots! Responsibilities: Verifies that all equipment requested for events is set in the exact manner as described on the set-up report
this will involve setting up tables and chairs and audio-visual equipment in accordance with reservation requests; Operate and maintain a working knowledge of all audio-visual (A/V) systems in Mason Square event venues; Verifies that Audio-Visual equipment is tested and fully operational before events begin; Provide general A/V support for meetings, conferences, and events; Responds to and troubleshoot minor technical issues and provide user support during an event when required; Delivers timely and effective support to event clients, responding promptly to all requests; Ensures accurate and on time fulfilment of table and equipment delivery requests; Completes regular building checks to retrieve and return event signage and equipment to storage; Maintains order in all storerooms and ensure that aisles and mechanical equipment areas are kept clear of equipment; Ensures proper storage of Plaza furniture and Umbrellas in advance of inclement weather; Assists management with event operations and execution requirements while ensuring compliance with Mason square venue polices; and Identifies maintenance discrepancies and/or damages within event space and reports them to the Operations Manager. Required Qualifications: Must be a high school graduate; Possess outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently with a diverse audience, including current university faculty and staff, alumni, donors, students, and the community; Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; Must be able to safely and independently move items up to 50 pounds; Must have excellent verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; Possesses a strong customer service, time management and organizational skillset with high attention to detail; and Understanding of audio/visual equipment used to support events and multimedia applications, visual/audio hardware configuration, conference A/V set-ups, streaming platforms, and knowledge of electronics used to support events, and a willingness to learn new skills. Preferred Qualifications: At least six-months experience working in event venue operations support capacity; Familiarity with higher education; and Willingness to learn A/V and multimedia applications, conference A/V set-ups, and streaming tools and platforms. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Event Assistant at
https://jobs.gmu.edu/ . Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. Posting Open Date:
April 15, 2025 For Full Consideration, Apply by:
April 29, 2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer