Student Events & Operations Assistant (Flexible Hours)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

American University Washington College of Law is seeking an Operations Assistant to support Conference & Event Services. This on-campus, part-time role reports to the Director and requires 20 hours per week, with shifts between 6:00 am and 11:30 pm.

Responsibilities include event setup, space management, and providing high-level customer service during events. Applicants must be enrolled as AU students, maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, and be able to lift 25–75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must be a driven student with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with accuracy and efficiency.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy and precision.
• Able to lift items up to 25–75 lbs.
• Report to AU Washington College of Law for scheduled shifts and trainings.
• Flexibility to work 5–20 hours per week between 6:00 am–11:30 pm.
• Pre-employment background check required.

Responsibilities

• Complete event setups at WCL according to the setup diagram and EMS worksheet.
• Understand operational capabilities and best use of the meeting space.
• Provide high level customer service to guests and event attendees.
• Report problems or concerns with events or resources to the Director.
• Assist with other CES event related tasks as necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Education

GPA 2.0+

Job description

American University Washington College of Law is seeking an Operations Assistant to support Conference & Event Services. This on-campus, part-time role reports to the Director and requires 20 hours per week, with shifts between 6:00 am and 11:30 pm.

Responsibilities include event setup, space management, and providing high-level customer service during events. Applicants must be enrolled as AU students, maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, and be able to lift 25–75 lbs.