Student Assistant - University Recreation Event Assistant

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The University of West Georgia is seeking an Event Assistant to support setup, guest services, and overall facility safety during events. You will work closely with staff and student groups to ensure smooth, welcoming experiences for all participants.

This role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and strong communication, with evening and weekend shifts possible. A student in good standing gains hands-on event operations experience on campus.

Qualifications

• Current UWG student in good academic standing.
• Enroll in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup and breakdown to support smooth operations.
• Provide customer service and help participants and groups.
• Coordinate with staff to maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for event setup and breakdown, customer service, facility oversight, and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all event participants. Event Assistants work closely with professional staff and reservation groups to provide exceptional event experiences.

Required Qualifications

• Current University of West Georgia student enrolled in good academic standing.
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours.
• Applicants are required to have and consistently obtain at least a 2.5 GPA
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and occasional special events.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift for extended periods.
• Ability to safely move tables, chairs, and event equipment.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and special events.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Customer service skills – Ability to interact professionally and assist event participants and reservation groups.
• Communication skills – Clearly communicate with supervisors, event organizers, coworkers, and guests.
• Teamwork and collaboration – Work effectively with professional staff and other student assistants.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.