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University of Kentucky
Major Campus Programming Student Event Manager
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
Posting Details Job Title Major Campus Programming Student Event Manager Requisition Number DU15081 Department Name 1B430:
Student Organizations and Activities Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Currently enrolled at UK as an Undergrad Required Related Experience Involvement in UK campus organizations (Registered Student Organization, Student Sponsored Organization, Club Sports, etc.), event management and execution, hospitality Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time Shift Mon-Fri 4p-after, some weekends; 5-10 hours/week
Student Organizations and Activities Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Currently enrolled at UK as an Undergrad Required Related Experience Involvement in UK campus organizations (Registered Student Organization, Student Sponsored Organization, Club Sports, etc.), event management and execution, hospitality Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time Shift Mon-Fri 4p-after, some weekends; 5-10 hours/week
Job Summary Overview:
The MCP Student Event Manager , at the guidance of the Major Campus Programming Coordinator, Senior Specialist, and/or Associate Director, will assist in executing semesterly Major Campus Programming events hosted by the Office of Student Organizations & Activities.Events include:
SOA Cinema Series, Bingo, Trivia, Game Watches, tabling events, and other duties as assigned.Key Responsibilities:
This position includes various tasks relating to in-person event management and execution including event set-up, check-in of attendees, event clean-up. This position is also subject to a minimum number of shifts per semester. Facilitation/hosting of events, engaging with guests, discussing involvement opportunities with students, and other duties as assigned. Candidates considered should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to actively engage with students, peers, or staff at events.Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities Strong customer service and hospitality, engaging with guests at events, strong communication and logistical skills, effective time management Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Currently enrolled at UK as an Undergrad; Involvement in UK campus organizations (Registered Student Organization, Student Sponsored Organization, Club Sports, etc.), event management and execution, hospitality Deadline to Apply 10/31/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
An Event Planner coordinates promotional sales events, professional meetings and family events. Works with clients, develops event plans and budgets, finds appropriate sites, contracts for services and supplies, coordinates with on-site staff, oversees finances and assists during an event.
$45,706 / year median in Kentucky
+10% projected growth