Specialist III, Conference Center; Part Time

The Event Support Specialist performs comprehensive event coordination duties at the Conference Center @ Salt Lake Community College Miller Campus. This role includes preparing and hosting internal and external events, setting up equipment and furnishings, troubleshooting AV issues, and delivering outstanding customer service. The specialist helps ensure a safe and well‑maintained environment by securing facilities at night and supporting custodial upkeep.

• Execute all event setups and breakdowns—including tables, chairs, audiovisual equipment, lines and supplies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to AV systems, computer equipment, and internet connectivity in real time.
• Perform event hosting duties, assisting clients with last‑minute needs, ensuring setups meet prescribed expectations.
• Monitor and enforce campus policies, event protocols, safety regulations, and fire codes during all event operations.
• Open and prepare classrooms and event spaces daily; secure and lock all facilities at the end of the day.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of conference furnishings and inventory; light custodial duties include vacuuming, garbage removal and general cleaning of tables, chairs and whiteboards.
• Collaborate with team members to track inventory, ensure accountability on set‑ups, and maintain equipment readiness.
• Provide security escort services for clients and staff to parking lot, as needed, after dark.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with a diverse range of clients, including internal and external parties across cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrate adaptability by anticipating client needs and responding to changes with professionalism and poise.

• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build rapport and solve problems proactively.
• Working knowledge of AV systems and technical troubleshooting practices.
• Professional, dependable, and self‑directed with a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Clear, respectful, and culturally competent communication across diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities.
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistance; capable of performing demanding setup and takedown duties.
• Take initiative during slower periods by identifying and completing projects that maintain cleanliness and organization of the center and storage areas.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and on‑call shifts

• One (1) to two (2) years of paid experience in events support, hospitality, or facility coordination
• Strong customer service skills are a must.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.