Event Support Staff, PT

Job Title Event Operations Staff Location Fort Worth TX Job Type Part Time as needed Non Exempt hourly Department Riley Center Reports To Events Management Supervisor Date 3182026 Last Revision Standard of Christian Commitment The candidate must be a professing Christ follower who possesses a strong commitment to the mission and core values of Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College possess a clear understanding of Southern Baptist heritage and culture and agrees to serve in accordance with and not contrary to the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message Southwestern Seminary an entity of the Southern Baptist Convention is a confessional institution While the Seminary serves the larger evangelical Christian community employees must embrace the values and standards the Seminary represents as it fulfills its mission of shaping Christian leaders within our denominational context Since duties of this position require the employee to represent the Seminary to prospective and current students candidates must abide by the Seminary bylaws the Employee Handbook and the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message as a condition of employment Job Description Job Summary The Event Operations Staff provide support on an as needed basis for event set up and preparations The role requires flexibility the ability to team lift and move tables and chairs for large scale events and assists with various aspects of event setup execution and teardown Responsibilities include arranging equipment managing event logistics and ensuring events run smoothly and efficiently Key Responsibilities Assemble and dismantle event tables chairs and other items according to the event work ordersTransport install and maintain event equipment ensure all tools and materials are properly handledAssist in the coordination of deliveries placements and movement of event related equipmentHelp manage attendee flow providing guidance and assistance to ensure a smooth and safe event experienceOperate and troubleshoot audio visual and other technical equipment as needed during the eventAddress and resolve any issues that arise during the event to ensure everything runs smoothly Ensure all safety regulations and protocols are followed including proper handling of heavy items and emergency procedures Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth in leadership and ministry effectivenessPerforms other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility Specific Skills and Qualifications A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required Experience with events and setting up and tearing down event equipment preferredStrong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectivelyStrong work ethic and initiative; ability to operate with minimal supervisionExemplary social skills with an ability to be a part of and contribute to a collaborative team manage conflicts and demonstrate love and appreciation for cross cultural interactionExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to read floor plans and diagramsEvening and weekend work is required during large scale events and peak Admission seasonsAbility to provide proof of Work Authorization in the US and proof of identity Successful completion of background check MVR and credit check may be required Work Environment Physical Requirements Office Environment May be required to reach above shoulder level for organizational tasks eg retrieving files from upper shelves bend stoop or reach to access lower or upper shelves Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and move about to the office to interact with other staff membersAbility to use a computer and near visual acuity in reading written documents and statistical data Exchanges information by telephone computer in writing and in personAbility to traverse campus for meetings and talk to groups while doing soHeavy Lifting Occasionally transports 40 50lbs of parts and equipment across short distances by various means eg carrying cart golf cart to accomplish tasksAbility to climb ladders and work in crawlspaces and atticsAbility to withstand the heat and cold of the north Texas climate Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice to employees Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so they may perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the institution Contact human resources HR with any questions or requests for accommodation About Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary established in 1908 under the visionary leadership of BH Carroll was born out of the urgent need for trained ministers in Americas rapidly growing Southwest Initially part of Baylor University the seminary became an independent institution in Waco before relocating to Fort Worth in 1910 Carrolls unwavering commitment to orthodoxy gospel centered education and the Great Commission shaped the seminarys mission Training God called men and women for ministry Southwestern has an expansive academic program training pastors missionaries and ministry leaders in theology missions evangelism music and worship and education Today it stands as a beacon of faithfulness equipping generations to serve Christs church globally