Title: Operations and Event Support

Agency: Southwest Virginia Community College

Location: Tazewell - 185

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $15 per hour

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest is looking for an energetic, self-directed individual to support the design, set-up and tear-down of all campus events and off-campus events as needed. This position is an integral part of the Campus Events Team, but will be housed in the Operations department, reporting to the Event & Housekeeping Supervisor, to enhance team communication and collaboration around event support and other light housekeeping and maintenance tasks.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period for both new hires and transfers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage conflict
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to interact professionally with vendors, clients, students, and coworkers
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to creatively problem solve and remain calm in demanding situations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with events
• Experience working A/V equipment