Building and Event Assistant, part-time

Maquoketachamber; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Clinton Community College is seeking a part-time Building and Event Assistant to support daily operations, hospitality, and event execution at the Bickelhaupt Arboretum. The role acts as a visitor contact, ensuring smooth logistics for internal and external events and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

This position offers up to 20 hours per week, with evenings and weekends based on event needs. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Welcome and host visitors; conduct informative tours for community members and clients.
• Provide exceptional customer service and accurate information about the facility and events.
• Coordinate setup and teardown of events (tables, chairs, signage, basic AV).
• Collaborate with internal departments to support programming and events.
• Monitor the facility during shifts to maintain cleanliness, safety, and security.
• Serve as on-site liaison for event hosts, vendors, and attendees; troubleshoot in real time.
• Ensure spaces are secured and reset after events or building hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Assist with duties as needed to support operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic AV equipment

Job description

Location Clinton Community College (20) Bickelhaupt Arboretum

Job Description

The Building and Event Assistant is a part-time, 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.

Part-Time, Up to 20 hours weekly.

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

Salary Starting pay range $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. external customers.
• 10. Perform all other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Resource Development and Innovation.