Temporary Events Assistant

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title:

Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE/GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  

Reporting to the Interim Event Services Supervisor, the Temporary Events Assistant monitors the day-to-day operation of the Event Management System (EMS), assists College event planners by coordinating resources with campus partners to support their events, and provides administrative support to the Public Events department.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This information is intended to be a descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.  The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.  Perform other duties as assigned.

• Manage reservation scheduling of College venues through EMS.
• Provide guidance and assistance to campus partners through EMS.
• Manage College event calendar with department leadership.
• Coordinate with campus partners for event promotion for public events, signature events series, and annual Collegewide events. 
• Assist in supporting and planning public, signature, and Collegewide events on campus as needed.
• In partnership with the Facilities Department, coordinate logistics for setting up events on campus.
• Provide administrative support for the department.
• Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:   

Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Knowledge of project management; experience supporting events is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities. 
• Ability to handle potentially sensitive situations.
• Experience working with MS Office Suite. 
• Working knowledge of event reservation software (EMS).
• Experience working with WordPress.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree, or any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and ability to perform the job.

Two to three years of administrative or related coordinator or event experience is preferred. 

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:  

None.

OTHER:

HOURS & CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS:

This is a temporary status, full-time, non-benefits-eligible, non-exempt position.

This position is expected to end on or before June 30, 2026. This position may be extended based upon mutual agreement by both parties.

The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Hours will vary due to needs of the College or department including occasional evenings and weekends. 

Hourly rate range: $20.00-$22.25. The hourly rate of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  

None.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.  

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans.  

Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time.  Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.  Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s), or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.  Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters.  Ability to hear within normal parameters.  Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file.  Ability to move about.  Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs., for example to lift or move office supplies, files, books and packages.

At-Will Employment

Regular employment at the College is for no specified period of time; conditions and status of employment (hours, pay, title, duties, etc.) are subject to change at any time.  Scripps College is an At-Will employer.  Employees, and likewise the College, are free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause, unless otherwise prohibited by law.