Campus Events Operations Associate

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a Student Operations Assistant (Part-time) to support the Office of Special Events. You will help with event preparation, on-site operations, and post-event follow-up while gaining hands-on experience in event management.

The role involves handling budgets, vendor coordination, and communications, with duties spanning administrative tasks and event execution. Evening/weekend work may be required, and the position is restricted to enrolled AU students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience supporting event logistics and/or communication efforts.
• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting the planning and execution of high-level events is preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Manage department email inquiries and route to staff.
• Administrative Support: Track event budgets, reconcile expenses, and submit invoices.
• Administrative Support: Oversee borrowing of department-lendable items and maintain inventory.
• Event Support: Assist with university events, including commencements and presidential events.
• Event Support: Provide event-day support, setup, registration, and attendee direction.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience supporting event logistics and/or communication efforts

Job description

American University is seeking a Student Operations Assistant (Part-time) to support the Office of Special Events. You will help with event preparation, on-site operations, and post-event follow-up while gaining hands-on experience in event management.

The role involves handling budgets, vendor coordination, and communications, with duties spanning administrative tasks and event execution. Evening/weekend work may be required, and the position is restricted to enrolled AU students.