Student Activities Officer - Wyoming Union

Student Activities Officer I

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Why Choose Us?

At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions:
  The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:
  Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off:
  Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver:
  Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:
  Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary.

Job Purpose:

Coordinate and support the implementation of student-focused services, programs, and activities within the Division of Student Affairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and train student staff to assist with operations across auxiliary and event spaces within the Wyoming Union.
• Coordinate and assist with event setups to ensure meeting rooms and event spaces are prepared according to customer specifications.
• Provide logistical support for programs and activities, including scheduling, reservations, communications, and event execution.
• Communicate with customers before, during, and after events to provide excellent customer service and respond to changing needs.
• Support the upkeep and presentation of public lounge, dining, seating, meeting, and event spaces.
• Track and manage Union inventory and maintain organized storage and event spaces.
• Identify building or equipment concerns and communicate needed repairs or additional support to the appropriate supervisor.
• Ensure event setups and operations comply with applicable University policies, fire code, ADA standards, and other relevant requirements.
• Work a schedule that may include evenings and weekends to support Union events and operations.

Supplemental Functions:

• Assist with the management and maintenance of the Wyoming Union's loan and permanent art collection.
• Assist with communication, scheduling, documentation, record keeping, and other operational needs.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Customer Service
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Organization and Attention to Detail
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Independence
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Time Management and Prioritization

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education & experience

Experience:

1-year work-related experience.

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:
None

Desired

Qualifications:

• Experience coordinating events, event setups, or facility operations
• Experience working in a college or university setting
• Working with or training student employees
• Troubleshooting basic audio/visual or event technology
• Managing public spaces, inventory, furniture, or equipment

Required Application Materials:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/8/2026 will receive full consideration.

Work Location:

On-campus:
This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our…