Event Support Assistant, The Lynne Parks '68 SUNY Cortland Alumni House

Position Details

Position Information

Budget Title INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT Campus Title Event Support Assistant, The Lynne Parks '68 SUNY Cortland Alumni House School/Division Institutional Advancement, Division of Department Alumni Engagement Office Staff Sub-Type Staff & Administration Salary Level SL1 Salary Range $20/hr Position Effort Part-Time (enter FTE below) If Part-Time, enter FTE:
38 Is this a temporary position? Yes If Temporary, enter End Date: 11/30/2022 Position Summary
The Alumni House events support assistant supports events promoted to alumni, students, staff, faculty, and the Cortland community; helps facilitate and coordinate events from start to finish; works on events such as reunions, weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, seminars, workshops, and dinners; works with other house staff and a team of event interest under the direction and guidance of the general manager.

Hours: Part-time/temporary; shift depends on event scheduled days/nights up to 15 hours/week Major Responsibilities

• Organize facilities and manage all events details (e.g., event set-up, timeline, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with NYS Liquor Authority license.
• Specify staff requirements and coordinate their activities during the events.
• Anticipate and proactively address issues, and troubleshoot problems on the day of the event.
• Assist with on-site events (e.g., assist guests, clear tables, serve guests, etc.).
• Maintain positive relationships with guests.
• Enhance and protect the facility and its amenities.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

• Reports to the general manager
• Works closely with interns and other staff

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Hospitality or related experience
• Customer service experience
• Experience with office technology including email communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree (degree in hospitality related field, highly preferred)
• Experience planning and working events

EEO Statement
The State University of New York College at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/ EEO / ADA ) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university. Job Close Date

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S21119 Review Start Date 02/22/2022 Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/5864
Special Instructions

Special Instructions to Applicant

Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+
2. * What is the highest earned degree that you possess? Please include the degree program.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Are you willing and able to work during weekend and evening hours as needed?
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   • no

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)

Optional Documents