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Event Specialist - TTU

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.00 - $22.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Employee wellness programs

Job Description

Texas Tech University, founded in 1923, is a prominent public research institution located in Lubbock, Texas. It serves a vibrant community of over 42,000 students on its 1,800-acre campus, which is renowned for its stunning Spanish Renaissance architecture and one of the largest public art collections in the United States. Texas Tech University comprises 13 colleges, including a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. The university is deeply rooted in the values of West Texas — hard work, grit, and authenticity — and is committed to providing a world-class, personalized educational experience. It fosters a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in event coordination or related field preferred
  • Ability to supervise approximately 40 student assistants
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
  • Proficiency in scheduling and training
  • Commitment to safety practices and compliance
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments

Job Qualifications

  • Experience working with and supervising many students
  • Experience working with events or the service industry
  • Knowledge of Student Union operations
  • Ability to work with multiple groups of guests
  • Ability to multi-task and organize work
  • Supervisory experience with student staff
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

Job Duties

  • Provide day-to-day supervision of the information centers and assist with building events to ensure smooth operations, customer service, and a welcoming environment
  • Serve as an additional point of contact for building-wide events, coordinate logistics, staffing, and resources through Mazevo to ensure readiness of public spaces, meeting rooms, and lounges
  • Support event management in Mazevo, including reviewing and approving requests, creating event diagrams, and communicating with clients to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Oversee daily operations of the games area, including pool and ping pong tables, coordinate acquisition, maintenance, and repairs
  • Partner with campus departments and external clients to support building-wide activities, ensuring alignment with Student Union & Activities standards
  • Supervise information center and building student staff, assign tasks, verify completion, and provide coaching
  • Train student employees in customer service, building procedures, equipment handling, and safety practices, and maintain training logs

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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