Graduate Assistant Event, Classroom & Conference Services; Part-Time

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Work type: Administrative (Part Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Other

Job Title: Graduate Assistant Event, Classroom & Conference Services

Reporting Relationship: Director of Event, Classroom & Conference Services

Department: Conference Services-IWU Marion

Summary of Position: The Conference and Event Services Assistant supports the planning and execution of university events by helping prepare event spaces, assisting guests, and ensuring smooth event operations. This part-time position provides excellent customer service while working collaboratively with campus partners to create successful and professional event experiences.

• Assist with the set-up, coordination, and teardown of conferences, meetings, special events, and university functions on campus
• Provide exceptional customer service by serving as a point of contact for event attendees, guests, vendors, and campus partners
• Support event logistics, including room configurations, signage placement, and guest way finding
• Monitor event spaces during functions to ensure schedules, facility standards, and client expectations are met
• Perform Administrative Tasks such as updating event records, preparing event materials, and communicating event details to stakeholders
• Maintain a professional and welcoming environment while adhering to university policies, safety procedures, and event service standards

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher

• Event Coordination and Conferencing Experience

• Ability to work independent of others
• Logical thinker and processor

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 20 Jul 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 23 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time