STUDENT-Summer Special Event and Housing Manager

• This term for this position runs from late May - early August and the preferred candidate must be available throughout this period to prepare for and oversee special events and on-campus housing for our summer programs. Must possess outstanding problem solving, communication and customer service skills.
• Must be flexible and collaborative and willing to work with a variety of clients (internal and external) and accommodate their event-related requests.
• Oversee and manage events planned by the Conference and Event Services office staff.
• Assist with the summer conference housing process as necessary;
• Assist service providing departments/individuals in the provision of services as requested.
• Ensure the delivery of services requested for an event, including but not limited to set-up, audio-visual service, catering, parking, security, etc.
• Be prepared to assist in providing set-up, audio-visual and other event related equipment or services as is necessary.
• Resolve any on-site logistical issues regarding services or summer conference housing as necessary.
• Assist clients prior to and during events – making sure that their event needs are met.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all people attending an event.
• Attend weekly meetings, as well as training several times throughout the summer.
• Ability to work late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to do all of the above independently with little to no direct supervision.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/ and attach a resume. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Hiring Manager: Peter Alario

Hiring rate: $16/hr