Student - Events Assistant

Newman University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Newman University is seeking a Student Campus Events Assistant to support the University Advancement Office with campus events and administrative tasks. The role is 10 hours per week, on-site, with a pay rate of $10.00 per hour and requires independence and teamwork.

The position focuses 75% on event setup, teardown, and on-site support; 25% on data entry, filing, and day-of logistics for alumni and advancement events.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be a current Newman University student enrolled full-time.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, linens, signage, décor, and event equipment.
• Arrange event spaces according to event needs and ensure spaces are clean, organized, and guest-ready.
• Transport event supplies between storage and event locations.
• Serve as an on-site representative for the Advancement Office during campus and external events.
• Greet vendors and guests and assist with event-related questions or needs.
• Help monitor event spaces and communicate any issues to the Events Coordinator.
• Assist with data entry, filing, mailings, and other office tasks.
• Support alumni and advancement events through preparation, decorating, auction support, and day-of logistics.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Full-time Newman University student

Job description

The Student Campus Events Assistant supports the University Advancement Office by assisting with campus events and providing administrative support. This position requires flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to work independently and as part of a team. Approximately 75% of the position involves event setup, teardown, and on-site event support, while the remaining 25% consists of administrative tasks completed during regular business hours.

Responsibilities

Event Setup & Support

• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, linens, signage, décor, and event equipment.
• Arrange event spaces according to event needs and ensure spaces are clean, organized, and guest-ready.
• Transport event supplies between storage and event locations.

Event Assistance

• Serve as an on-site representative for the Advancement Office during campus and external events.
• Greet vendors and guests and assist with event-related questions or needs.
• Help monitor event spaces and communicate any issues to the Events Coordinator.

Administrative & Advancement Support

• Assist with data entry, filing, mailings, and other office tasks.
• Support alumni and advancement events through preparation, decorating, auction support, and day-of logistics.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be a current Newman University student enrolled full-time
• Excellent communication skills
• Customer service oriented/client focus a must
• Self-motivated
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Number of hours per week: 10 hours per week
Days and Times needed: Varies: Days, evenings, weekends depending on event schedule and needs in AdvancementOffice.
Rate of pay: $10.00

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at [phone], ext. 2202 or email [e-mail] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.