Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $1.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
Hybrid work
Travel opportunities
Professional Development
Paid Time Off
supportive work environment
community engagement
Job Description
Utah State University (USU) is a leading land-grant public research university in Utah, founded in 1888. It is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and the public good through innovative research, scholarship, and community engagement. USU is home to approximately 28,900 students studying online and across multiple campuses throughout Utah. As an R1 research institution, USU prides itself on its commitment to education, discovery, and public service. The university fosters a welcoming and inclusive community, championing diversity and equal opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. USD's Extension program has a long history—over 25 years—of serving the people of Utah,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior event planning or administrative experience preferred
- Familiarity with local food systems and sustainable agriculture production preferred
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Creative problem solving abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel
- Provide own computer and reliable internet connection
- Access to reliable transportation
Job Qualifications
- Prior event planning or administrative experience preferred
- Familiarity with local food systems and sustainable agriculture production preferred
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good at creative problem solving in fast paced environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with learning new tools
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight travel for events
- Ability to provide own computer and reliable internet connection for remote work
- Access to reliable transportation to attend events across Utah
Job Duties
- Meet with and report to the Organic Outreach Coordinator weekly
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing events from start to finish
- Manage event timelines, checklists, and task tracking
- Support event location planning including communication with venues, catering, and equipment rentals
- Create and monitor registration and manage attendee communication
- Help prepare event materials such as signage, name tags, and agendas
- Assist with event marketing and outreach including copywriting and promotional materials
- Attend all events and provide on-site support during events such as registration, set-up, tear-down, attendee assistance
- Provide webinar support for online events
- Track expenses and supply needs
- Maintain accurate records, hourly tracking, and travel expenses
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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