Position Title: Event Administrative Assistant, Lerner College of Business & Economics
Title of Supervisor: Event Manager
This is a part-time, miscellaneous wage position with no University of Delaware benefits. The
position is 20-25 hours per week, typically between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.,
Monday – Friday. Specific work hours have some flexibility; however, work outside of normal
business hours will be required for evening and weekend events.
Context of Job:
Under the supervision of the Event Manager, the Event Administrative Assistant performs a
wide range of responsibilities to support the events team at Lerner College. The event team is
responsible for the planning and execution of events for the College and ensuring that events
strategically align with the College’s vision.
Major Responsibilities:
− Assisting with event planning and execution of events
− Planning and executing smaller events independently
− Maintaining bulletin boards and other advertising areas in the College
− Assisting in managing student workers
− Maintaining records of details and transactions for each event
− Reconciling monthly expense reports
− Gathering supplies for events
− Assist with creation of event promotion materials
− Coordinating meetings with the events team and clients/vendors
− Supporting the administrative needs of the event team
− Maintain inventory of supplies & equipment
− Performing other job-related duties, as necessary
Qualifications:
Ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently and re-prioritize; ability to
successfully adapt to rapid change
− Exceptional organizational skills required
− Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)
− Working knowledge of online event management software, preferred but not required
− Special requirement: Ability to work a flexible schedule, as the responsibilities of the
position may require occasional participation in evening and weekend activities
− Enjoys social events
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Please send resumes to Kimberly Ragan, Event Manager, ragank@udel.edu.