Commuter Life Engagement & Events Lead

Bethel University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethel University is seeking a Commuter Life Assistant who will help create a welcoming environment for commuter and PSEO students on campus. The role blends event planning, outreach, and space operations with regular collaboration with the Student Life team.

You will plan events such as Commuter Café and Coffee Drive-Thru, assist with logistics, and foster relationships with students weekly. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to Bethel’s

Qualifications

• Must be a current Bethel student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Work approximately 5-7 hours per week.
• Previous involvement with Commuter Life, the Underground, or Student Leadership preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, promoting, and executing events like Commuter Café, Coffee Drive-Thru, PSEO events and other gatherings.
• Support event logistics including set-up, tear-down, and creative input.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of passive programming.
• Intentionally connect with 3–5 commuter or PSEO students weekly (e.g., coffee chats, meals, informal check-ins).
• Document outreach to track engagement and relational impact.
• Use designated funds to support and enhance these connections.
• Monitor and restock coffee and related supplies; place inventory requests through the Executive Leader.
• Manage snack and beverage inventory and prepare concessions for events.
• Oversee games and recreation areas; coordinate timely repairs or replacements.
• Handle opening/closing duties and overall space tidiness.
• Assist in weekly communications through texts, emails, and Instagram; create promotional content.

Skills

Communication

Relational skills

Organizational skills

Reliability

Self-motivated

Education

Bethel student GPA 2.5+

Job description

Bethel University is seeking a Commuter Life Assistant who will help create a welcoming environment for commuter and PSEO students on campus. The role blends event planning, outreach, and space operations with regular collaboration with the Student Life team.

You will plan events such as Commuter Café and Coffee Drive-Thru, assist with logistics, and foster relationships with students weekly. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to Bethel’s