Special Event - Housekeeping Staff (T00940)

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Carolina University is seeking Special Event - Housekeeping Staff (T00940) to support events at the Ramsey Center. This temporary hourly position requires reliability, lifting up to 50 pounds, and the ability to perform cleaning tasks during nights and weekends.

Expect to work flexible hours depending on events. A High School diploma is required, and applicants should have reliable transportation and the ability to follow instructions and work well in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable, dependable, perform physically demanding work, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, use 6ft ladders, stand for long periods of time while working and have some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to report to work during a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to understand and follow oral instructions, directions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters; ability to read and comprehend labels, directions, instructions, etc. regarding cleaning, equipment, chemicals and other work-related matters.
• Must be able to develop and maintain effective relationships with others, work independently or on a team, with or without close supervision and communicate with and interact effectively with various groups, co-workers and customers.
• Previous housekeeping/cleaning work procedures and working knowledge of large building cleaning practices and use of industrial type cleaning equipment will be considered.

Responsibilities

• This position will assist during special events hosted in the Ramsey Center.
• Hours will vary depending on the event and will include nights and weekends.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Physically capable

Lift 50 pounds

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Follow instructions/read labels

Teamwork / communication

Housekeeping experience

Flexible hours (nights & weekends)

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Special Event - Housekeeping Staff (T00940)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Details

Posting Number: temp hourly1088P

Quick Link for Internal Postings: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/29250

Working Title: Special Event - Housekeeping Staff (T00940)

Department: Office, Ramsey Center

Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Posting Information: This position will assist during special events hosted in the Ramsey Center. Hours will vary depending on the event and will include nights and weekends.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Must be reliable, dependable, perform physically demanding work, lift a minimum of 50 pounds, use 6ft ladders, stand for long periods of time while working and have some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• -Must have reliable transportation and be able to report to work during a variety of weather conditions.
• -Must be able to understand and follow oral instructions, directions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters; ability to read and comprehend labels, directions, instructions, etc. regarding cleaning, equipment, chemicals and other work-related matters.
• -Must be able to develop and maintain effective relationships with others, work independently or on a team, with or without close supervision and communicate with and interact effectively with various groups, co-workers and customers.
• - Previous housekeeping/cleaning work procedures and working knowledge of large building cleaning practices and use of industrial type cleaning equipment will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma

Open Date

10/23/2026

Close Date

10/22/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please Note: Temporary hourly employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis, and temporary salaried employees are paid monthly. Temporary positions are not eligible for state sponsored benefits but may qualify for ACA coverage depending on employment terms.

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of references

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you a current WCU student enrolled in 6+ credit hours?

• Yes
• No