Event Management Assistant

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January 10, 2026 (28 days left to apply) job requisition :
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* Position Summary:

** Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Event Management Assistant.

- Boca Raton, FL.The Event Management Assistant works onsite during events at the Student Union facilities. This position will oversee all aspects day-of event to ensure they run smoothly and address client needs. This person will also handle any emergencies or issues that arise during the event.

Summary of responsibilities:

* Serves as primary point of contact onsite during events at the Student Union facilities.
* Ensures event runs smoothly.
* Follows Student Union and university policies and ensures clients follow all policies during their event.
* Greets and checks in with client regularly during the event.
* Ensures overall attendee and guest experience is exceptional (by providing a high level of customer service).
* Works closely with the operations team onsite as needed for any client needs.
* Addresses any client needs and quickly resolves any issues that arise.
* Assists with making sure clients and guests have exited the building at the event end time.
* Directs student ushers to their stations during event.
* Works with student ushers to collect trash and lost and found in auditorium following events.
* Work with custodial staff to keep spaces clean. Contact custodial staff as needed to clean spills, restrooms, empty trash, etc.
* Handles any emergencies that occur.
* Assist in safety of event spaces by keeping in contact with onsite police officers and alerting them of any issues.
* Report any issues (client, maintenance, etc.) to union admin staff in a timely manner.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience required.
** Salary:**$18 - $20 per hour.
** College or Department:
** Division of Student Affairs:
Student Union
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* Location:

** Boca Raton
** Work Days and

Hours:

** Monday–Friday, up to 20 hours per week. Applicants must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed.
** Final date to receive applications:
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APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

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Resume       OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS

REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS

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Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
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