Events Assistant - Student at Kansas State University Foundation

Manhattan, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

12.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Support, Administrative Support, Registration Management, Report Generation, Inventory Management, Clerical Assistance, Microsoft Office Suite, Initiative, Independent Work, Attention To Detail, Time Management, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Collaboration, Logistical Thinking, Foresight

Industry

Fundraising

Description

Description Regular Part-Time, Non-Exempt $12 per hour Actively hiring for Summer 2026 Ability to commit a minimum of 12hrs/week during the school year, with a preference of 15-20hrs/week. Students are eligible to work up to 40 hours/week during the summer, based on departmental needs. Preference given to students eligible to work a minimum of 20hrs/week. Are you a K-State student interested in a flexible work schedule, competitive pay, and supporting the University? The Events Assistant - Student provides administrative support to ensure smooth execution of events that express gratitude and highlight the impact of K-State's philanthropic supporters. A day in the life of an Events student could be: Event Support Assist with pre and post event set-up and tear down, deliveries, and other departmental errands. Manage and record attendee registrations via email and voicemail, prepare event attendee lists, merge and print nametags, place cards and create computer-generated reports. Provide on-site support for events during business hours and occasional nights and weekends. General department support Create and prepare donor and internal staff gifts and mailers. Oversee the inventory of event supplies, catering items and donor gifts, ensuring electronic records are consistently up to date. Provide general back-up and clerical assistance for the events team. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. Requirements Currently enrolled in coursework at Kansas State University Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook and Teams) Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently, effectively managing tasks without constant supervision Demonstrates strong attention to detail by completing tasks accurately and effectively manages time to consistently meet deadlines Possesses strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, along with excellent customer service abilities and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders Willingness to learn new industry related software/tools A valid motor vehicle operator’s license and acceptable driving record What we want: Knowledge of creative customization tools (i.e. Cricut, Canva, etc.) Experience in a professional office environment and a high-level of professionalism Possess a natural talent for logistical thinking and planning Proactive in anticipating needs and requirements, often before they are communicated Strong ability to support event coordination and management with foresight and precision Our Culture It’s all about belonging. Our organization performs at its absolute best when fostering a welcoming environment. Learn more about our culture on our website!

Responsibilities

The Events Assistant provides administrative support for executing events that recognize and highlight the impact of K-State's philanthropic supporters, including assisting with event setup, tear down, and managing attendee registrations. General department support involves creating and preparing donor gifts, overseeing event supply inventory, and providing general clerical assistance to the events team.