BSC Event Assistant 26-27

Hours/Week: 8-12

Expected Term: August 22 2026 - May 7 2027

Compensation: $16.92/hour

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges most likely to pay off financially and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Job Summary: The Event Assistant plays a vital role in planning student organization events. Event Assistants monitor incoming student organization event requests made through the Book-It scheduling system and emails This position assists and coaches student organizations in the logistics and planning of events while arranging event resources and making diagrams using Social Tables software. Event Assistants provide supplemental support at the Brower Student Center Information Desk. This position provides superior customer service when working with customers in person email and over the phone regarding event requests and concerns.

Time Requirement: This position requires flexible availability including weekday morning and evening hours Event Assistants work approximately 8-12 hours per week no more than 30 hours per pay period. Some availability to work academic break periods including Fall Winter and Spring.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely distribution of event confirmations to student organizations.

• Provide superior customer service when working with customers in person via email and over the telephone regarding event requests and concerns.

• Effectively input room and equipment reservations into the campus scheduling system Book It.

• Create event diagrams using Social Tables.

• Monitor email account.

• Demonstrate good judgment reliable and consistent in reaching sound decisions.

• Report any pertinent issues to the Brower Student Center Student Events Coordinator as they occur.

• Be knowledgeable of all campus space policies procedures and guidelines and enforce all regulations pertaining to the appropriate building.

• Understand TCNJ functional areas including the Brower Student Center Student Affairs and Campus Service Providers including Facilities Operational Services Campus PD etc.

• Provide supplemental support at the Information Desk including answering the desk phone managing equipment and key rentals and logging lost and found.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Full time student at The College of New Jersey.

• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings.

• Customer service experience preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.

• Must be able to work independently as well as collaborate with a team.

• Regularly monitor and respond to work emails in delegated student events TCNJ email account.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check reference checks and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation:

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact the hiring department listed on this application.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a resume and a letter of interest. Submissions without a resume or letter of interest will not be considered. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives experiences and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence access and integrity.