On-Campus Events & Operations Associate

University of Illinois Research Park; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition waivers for employees and deps

Job summary

University of Illinois Research Park is seeking an Event Support & Operations Associate to ensure successful events on campus. You will set up spaces, prepare materials, assist with check-in, and support post-event wrap-up while coordinating with IT, catering, and staff.

The role involves in-person work on campus, occasional evenings or weekends, and collaboration with student teams. A Bachelor's degree and at least one year in events or related fields are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Hospitality, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Student Affairs, or related field.
• One year of professional experience in Events Planning, Conference Management, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare event spaces and materials.
• Greet attendees and assist with check-in or seating.
• Support event execution to ensure smooth flow and guest experience.
• Maintain inventory of event supplies and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Event planning

Public relations

Communication

Budgeting

Registration software

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Student Affairs, or a closely related field

Tools

Excel

Registration software

Job description

University of Illinois Research Park is seeking an Event Support & Operations Associate to ensure successful events on campus. You will set up spaces, prepare materials, assist with check-in, and support post-event wrap-up while coordinating with IT, catering, and staff.

The role involves in-person work on campus, occasional evenings or weekends, and collaboration with student teams. A Bachelor's degree and at least one year in events or related fields are expected.