Building and Event Assistant, part-time

Maquoketa Area Chamber of Commerce; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 2,073,000 - 2,392,000; 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 facility. You will be the point of contact for visitors and ensure smooth event logistics.

The role requires availability evenings and weekends as needed, with starting pay range shown and opportunities to assist with tours, setup, and on-site coordination. Apply to join a welcoming team serving diverse visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year in hospitality, event support, or customer service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team and independently.
• Basic problem-solving and proactive safety/cleanliness mindset.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, host, and conduct informative tours for visitors and community members.
• Provide exceptional customer service and accurate information about the facility and events.
• Coordinate setup and teardown of events, including tables, chairs, signage, and basic AV.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support programming and events.
• Monitor the facility to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
• Serve as on-site liaison for event hosts, vendors, and attendees.
• Ensure spaces are locked, secured, and reset after events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Public-facing service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Location Clinton Community College (20) Bickelhaupt Arboretum

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.

Starting pay range $15.05/HR - $17.36/HR

Typical Duties and 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.
• external customers.
• Perform all other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Resource Development and Innovation.