Presidential Events Assistant - Student Role

McDaniel College; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

McDaniel College in Westminster, MD invites applications for the President's Office Event Assistant. This student-focused role provides administrative and event support for presidential events and special projects.

The position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once, with a 5-hour weekly schedule. Work is on-site in the McDaniel College President's Office.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student at McDaniel College.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Interest in event planning preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of presidential events, meetings, and special programs.
• Prepare event materials including nametags, place cards, event signage, and gift bags.
• Assist with room setup, décor, and event logistics.
• Help maintain event timelines, planning checklists, and RSVP tracking.
• Assemble event packets and other printed materials.
• Conduct research for vendors, venues, gifts, or event resources as requested.
• Deliver or collect materials across campus and assist with event-related errands.
• Help inventory and organize event supplies and storage areas.
• Perform general administrative duties including filing, data entry, copying, scanning, and other office support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional communication

Microsoft Office

Discretion / Confidentiality

Interest in event planning

Independent & collaborative

Job description

McDaniel College in Westminster, MD invites applications for the President's Office Event Assistant. This student-focused role provides administrative and event support for presidential events and special projects.

The position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once, with a 5-hour weekly schedule. Work is on-site in the McDaniel College President's Office.