Event Operations Specialist (On-Call), Event Management
Nashville, TN - USA
Job Summary
This position provides flexible on-call/as-needed operational support to the Event Management team by assisting with venue setups strikes event transitions and operational needs during periods of high event volume or staffing shortages. This role serves as an additional resource to ensure the successful execution of university events by providing hands-on support assisting with event logistics and helping maintain a high standard of service for campus partners and guests.
Event Operations Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on support for venue setups strikes and event transitions ranging from small meetings to large-scale university events.
- Assist with the execution of event setup plans including furniture placement equipment movement room configurations and event-related logistics.
- Support the Event Operations team during high-volume periods including major university events large venue flips and tight turnaround timelines.
- Assist with the coordination and completion of venue resets to ensure spaces are returned to appropriate condition following events.
- Collaborate with Event Management staff campus partners and vendors to support successful event execution.
- Assist with event equipment furniture and inventory needs including moving organizing and maintaining operational resources.
- Provide additional operational support when staffing needs exceed available team capacity.
- Assist with last-minute event adjustments troubleshooting and logistical needs as they arise.
Scheduling & Availability:
- Work on an as-needed basis based on event schedules operational demands and departmental needs.
- Availability may include occasional evenings weekends holidays and early morning or late-night hours depending on event requirements.
- Flexibility to support peak event periods and high-priority university functions.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to consistently perform tasks requiring standing walking pushing pulling and lifting moderate to heavy objects in support of event operations.
- Ability to assist with moving tables chairs equipment and other event-related materials.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain a professional and service-oriented approach when working with campus partners guests and event attendees.
- Follow university policies safety procedures and operational standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Event Management department.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Lipscomb University is a faith-based, liberal arts college dedicated to challenging students academically, spiritually and as global community citizens.