Building and Event Assistant

Eastern Iowa Community College; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is seeking a Building and Event Assistant for the Bickelhaupt Arboretum in Clinton, IA. This part-time, on-site role supports daily operations, hospitality, and event execution of the facility.

30-39 hours weekly; on-site at the arboretum. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and are not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time. Salary ranges from $15.05 to $17.36 per hour depending on experience and event needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• 1 year of experience in hospitality, event support, customer service, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, public relations, and communication skills to engage effectively with diverse visitors.
• Must be available and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends based on event needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with team members and independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintaining facility safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, host, and conduct informative tours of the building for visitors, community members, and prospective clients.
• Provide exceptional customer service and accurate information regarding the facility, its history, and upcoming events.
• Coordinate and execute the physical setup and tear-down of events, including arranging tables, chairs, signage, and basic AV equipment.
• Collaborate with internal departments and staff to facilitate and support internal programming and events.
• Monitor the facility during shifts to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment for all guests.
• Serve as the on-site liaison for event hosts, vendors, and attendees, responding to immediate inquiries and troubleshooting logistics in real-time.
• Ensure spaces are locked, secured, and properly reset at the conclusion of events or building hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the facility’s operations.
• Perform all other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Director, Bickelhaupt Arboretum

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges serves the region through Clinton, Muscatine, and Scott Community Colleges along the Mississippi River, covering multiple counties in Eastern Iowa. The district enrolls more than 8,000 students each fall in Associate in Arts/College Transfer and over 50 Career Technology programs. Additionally, over 30,000 learners participate annually in Business and Industry, Continuing Education, and Adult Education classes focused on skill development and personal enrichment. Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education and training that supports local communities and employers. The district follows a comprehensive non-discrimination policy in its programs, activities, and employment, in compliance with federal and state laws.

Job Description

The Building and Event Assistant is considered part-time, 30-39 hrs weekly, benefit eligible hourly support position which is responsible for supporting the daily operations, hospitality, and event execution of the facility. This role serves as a point of contact for visitors, ensures smooth logistics for internal and external events, and helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized environment.

30-39 hours weekly, on-site at the Bickelhaupt arboretum in Clinton, IA.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent education required.

1 year of experience in hospitality, event support, customer service, or a related field.

Strong interpersonal, public relations, and communication skills to engage effectively with diverse visitors.

Must be available and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends based on event needs.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with team members and independently with minimal supervision.

Basic problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintaining facility safety and cleanliness.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in hospitality, event management, or communications.

Physical Demands

This job operates in a dynamic event and public-facing environment.

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving about the facility to conduct tours and monitor spaces.

Physical ability to assist with event logistics, including lifting, pushing, and carrying up to 40 lbs. occasionally to set up tables, chairs, and equipment.

Routine use of basic audiovisual equipment, lighting controls, and facility management tools.

Salary

$15.05/HR - $17.36/HR

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

1. Welcome, host, and conduct informative tours of the building for visitors, community members, and prospective clients.
2. Provide exceptional customer service and accurate information regarding the facility, its history, and upcoming events.
3. Coordinate and execute the physical setup and tear-down of events, including arranging tables, chairs, signage, and basic AV equipment.
4. Collaborate with internal departments and staff to facilitate and support internal programming and events.
5. Monitor the facility during shifts to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment for all guests.
6. Serve as the on-site liaison for event hosts, vendors, and attendees, responding to immediate inquiries and troubleshooting logistics in real-time.
7. Ensure spaces are locked, secured, and properly reset at the conclusion of events or building hours.
8. Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the facility’s operations.
9. Perform all other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Director, Bickelhaupt Arboretum

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

• If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, [e-mail] or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone]. FAX: [phone]; TDD: 800-877-8339 or Email: [e-mail]