Temporary | Event Captain

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking temporary/on-call Event Captains for its campus Events department. Responsibilities include overseeing event setups and ensuring high-level customer service for clients and vendors.

Candidates should be reliable, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, and commit to working a minimum of 8-10 hours per week. The pay rate is $17.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Reliable and responsible, able to work independently.
• A positive attitude and respectful demeanor.
• Ability to respond to emails and calendar requests promptly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the set up, execution, and tear down of events.
• Collaborate with event planners and relevant departments.
• Deliver high-level customer service to event clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Time-management skills

Problem-solving

Positive attitude

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is hiring temporary/on-call Event Captains in its campus Events department.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the set up, execution, and tear down of events taking place within the stadium and any additional event locations on campus including, but not limited to: Club Naimoli, Compton Family Ice Arena, Joyce Center, etc.
• Ensure room set up is done correctly prior to vendors arriving for event set up and assist facilities in pre‑event set up if needed.
• Touch base with the client prior to the event start time to ensure all customer expectations are met.
• Ensure all vendors arrive at their expected time and confirm that set up has been completed, according to the agreed‑upon timeline.
• Troubleshoot A/V during an event (when needed) and provide assistance with any repairs needed.
• Collaborate with event planners and relevant University departments (e.g., Facilities, Security, Catering) to ensure seamless coordination and support.
• Deliver the highest level of customer service for event clients, campus partners and university vendors to maintain a positive and professional working relationship.
• Spend some time in the office prior to events to review upcoming assigned events, and work through any questions directly with the Event Specialist who planned the event.
• Thoroughly and thoughtfully complete the post‑event captain’s report and the post‑event kitchen cleaning checklist.

Qualifications

• Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently.
• Ability to problem‑solve and rectify a situation quickly.
• Positive attitude and respectful demeanor.
• Strong communication and time‑management skills.

Pay Rate

$17.50 per hour.

Expectations

• Must commit to working a minimum of 8‑10 hours per week and 2 weekend shifts per month.
• Must have timely response to email/calendar requests.
• Full commitment to events assigned (no call‑offs within 1 week of scheduled event).
• Class/exam/vacation time must be approved and blocked within 3 weeks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.