Temporary Event Support, Athletics

Wesleyan University; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Wellness programs and incentives

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Employee and dependent tuition programs

Job summary

Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, is seeking Temporary Event Support Staff to ensure a safe and secure environment during events. Responsibilities include monitoring access points, patrolling facilities, and responding to incidents.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to manage crowds calmly while maintaining an approachable demeanor with event attendees. Offers an hourly wage of $17.50/hr.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to defuse tense situations and manage crowds calmly.
• Approachable and respectful demeanor while engaging with attendees.

Responsibilities

• Monitor access points during events.
• Patrol the Freeman Athletics Center.
• Respond to incidents as they occur.
• Assist with crowd control.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to defuse tense situations

Ability to manage crowds calmly

Job description

Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director, Facilities and Event Operations, the Temporary Event Support Staff are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment during events.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring access points
• Patrolling the Freeman Athletics Center
• Responding to incidents
• Assisting with crowd control
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to defuse tense situations and manage crowds calmly
• Ability to maintain an approachable and respectful demeanor while engaging with event attendees

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large college events and championships

Position is open until filled.

Compensation: $17.50/hr.

Work Location: On Campus.

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre‑employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Benefits

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.

Wesleyan complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html.

EEO Statement

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non‑position‑related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non‑discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.