August 27, 2023     Work Study Library    

Work Study – Conference Services Student Assistant

This position acts as an official representative of the University and is responsible for the following:

  • assisting with event/conference housing management;
  • scheduling of events/conference housing;
  • assisting with set-up/breakdown for both internal and external events;
  • maintaining event/conference housing reports, contracts, and invoices;
  • serves as a liaison between Trinity’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) and conference guests;
  • provides customer service and assistance as needed to conference guests;
  • ability to work with various university departments including (but not limited to), post office/copy center, facilities, public safety, and catering;
  • maintaining a high standard of personal appearance;
  • ability to follow the policies and procedures set forth by the Executive Director and Director of Conference Services for the department;
  • occasionally assisting with the needs of conference housing guests as they arise outside of office hours;
  • cover the reception desk at the Payden Academic Center as needed.

Qualifications:

  • must be a Trinity Washington University student and registered for the 2023 Fall Semester;
  • must be able to dedicate a minimum of 10 hours a week to Conference Services;
  • experience working within a public-service-oriented environment is encouraged;
  • must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially with email correspondence;
  • ability to react and respond to urgent situations;
  • able to work under pressure, adjust to changes while maintaining great attention to detail, and have the ability to multitask;
  • must have the ability to exercise discretion, independent judgment, and prioritize assignments with minimal supervision
  • must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Drive is a plus;
  • knowledge of the city and its various transportation systems is helpful;
  • living on campus or within 10-15 minutes of campus is strongly preferred;
  • must be able to promote departmental and University policies, represent the University, Housing and Residential Services, and Conference Services departments to guests in a positive and supportive manner; s
  • how diplomacy while working with individuals from many backgrounds and of all ages;
  • ability to complete occasional physical tasks related to events and therefore be able to lift up to 50 pounds;
  • must be available to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays (will work around class schedule).

Period of Service:

August 2023 to December 2023

Highly seeking a student employee who is interested in continuing employment into Spring 2024 and even Summer 2024.

 

TO APPLY, Email your resume and the hours that you will be available to work in addition to your selected major to studentjobs@trinitydc.edu.

Trinity Washington University is dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.