Event Operations Coordinator (Casual Staff)

Yeshiva University is a prestigious institution dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values rooted in Jewish thought and heritage. The university offers a vibrant learning environment that spans undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, fostering the development of future leaders who are committed to ethics, innovation, and service. The university community includes thousands of students, faculty, and staff, alongside a vast network of over 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide. Yeshiva University is committed to creating a supportive and stimulating workplace that values diversity, collaboration, and professional growth while prioritizing employee well-being and work-life balance. As a university that values respect and inclusion, it ensures equal opportunities for all candidates and employees, maintaining a culture where every role contributes meaningfully to its mission of education, research, and societal impact.

The Event Operations Coordinator position is a part-time, casual staff role within Yeshiva University’s Communications and Public Affairs department, responsible for supporting the operational execution of university events across multiple campuses. Specifically located at the Wilf Campus in New York City, this role involves hands-on involvement with event setup and breakdown, inventory management, material staging, and on-site logistical support. Holding a flexible work schedule with no more than 19 hours per week, the position is ideal for those who seek a dynamic and engaging work environment alongside academic or other commitments.

In this role, the Event Operations Coordinator plays a critical part in ensuring that event materials, equipment, and vendor requirements are efficiently organized and executed for a wide range of institutional events. Responsibilities include assisting with room preparation, coordinating movement and staging of supplies, and supporting the seamless operational needs of internal stakeholders and external vendors. The coordinator is also tasked with maintaining accurate inventory records, managing storage areas, and assisting in transportation logistics essential for successful event delivery.

The position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential because the coordinator acts as a key operational resource during live events. Physical capability to lift and move event materials is required, along with basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The hourly wage is set at $30, reflecting the value of the role within the university’s event ecosystem and the level of responsibility it entails.

Working at Yeshiva University means becoming part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community. Employees benefit from tangible perks, opportunities for professional development and advancement, and a collective sense of purpose. The university fosters a culture that encourages continual learning and collaboration, enabling staff members to contribute to something greater than themselves. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in event operations while supporting academic and community engagement initiatives that have broad impact.