Function Coordinator (Part-Time)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Professional development support

OPERS pension

Paid time off

HSA with employer contribution

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Sinclair College in Dayton, OH seeks a Function Coordinator (Part-Time) to serve as the primary contact for campus departments and external customers for furniture, electrical, and event support needs. You will coordinate setup and execution of events on and off campus, ensuring resources are delivered efficiently and safely.

The role also covers preventive maintenance across campus, supervising student employees, and coordinating overtime event support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in construction and/or preventive maintenance in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Valid Ohio driver's license required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with campus personnel and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication with departments for delivery, setup, and pickup of equipment and furnishings for events.
• Develop and maintain event floor plans using conference center software.
• Maintain equipment issuance records and inventory levels to support operations.
• Oversee scheduling and execution of equipment and furniture setup for events and student requests.
• Inspect, maintain and coordinate repairs of event setup equipment for safe operation.
• Assist with electrical coordination during events and basic lighting tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership of student staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

Job Title Function Coordinator (Part-Time)

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number 05530

Department Maintenance

Job Category Support

Job Type Full-Time

Status Regular

Job Open Date 08/04/2026

Resume Review Date 08/20/2026

Closing Date 08/19/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

The Function Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for campus departments and external customers regarding furniture, electrical, and event support needs, including accommodations for special requirements. This role coordinates the setup and execution of events both on and off campus, ensuring resources are delivered efficiently and effectively.

In addition to event coordination responsibilities, the Function Coordinator performs and oversees preventive maintenance activities across campus, helping to maintain facilities, furnishings, and equipment in safe and operational condition. The supervisor supervises student employees, provides work direction and training, and coordinates multiple overtime event-support operations throughout the year to ensure successful event outcomes and exceptional customer service.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $17.98 and has a maximum of 28 hours per week.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclaircourses and programs
• Support for continued professional development, includingtuition reimbursement for other universities and colleges
• OPERS pension participation, with 14% employercontribution
• 4+ weeks of personal and vacation leave, 3+ weeks of sick leaveannually
• 14 days of annually observed company holidays
• Expansive and competitive insurance programs, including an HSAwith annual employer contribution available
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Coordinate communication with department personnel regardingthe delivery, setup, and pickup of equipment and furnishings forevents
• Develop and maintain event floor plans using conference centersoftware
• Maintain records of equipment issuance and inventory levels tosupport operational and event needs
• Oversee scheduling and execution of equipment and furnituresetup and removal for events and student accommodationrequests
• Inspect, maintain, and coordinate repairs of event setupequipment to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Maintain working knowledge of campus electrical panels andprovide support during event-related power disruptions
• Perform re-lamping and lighting maintenance in assignedbuildings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction and/orpreventive maintenance in a commercial or industrial institutionrequired
• Valid Ohio’s Driver’s License required
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with theability to interact effectively with campus personnel, customers,and event stakeholders
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related tofacilities, maintenance work orders, equipment, classroomfurnishings, and theater seating
• Working knowledge of building systems and general maintenancetrades, including basic electrical, carpentry, and facilitymaintenance principles
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervisionand to effectively lead, train, and supervise student employees andother assigned personnel
• Ability to create and interpret event layouts, diagrams, andfloor plans
• Experience with event setup and operations in a conventioncenter, conference center, meeting facility, or similar event venuepreferred

Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction and/orpreventive maintenance in a commercial or industrial institution?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a valid State of Ohio driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other