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Conference Assistant (CA)

The Summer Conference Assistant (CA) works for the Conference Services Office, part of Housing & Residence Life. The CA will perform a wide variety of both programming and office functions including: helping to run check-ins and check-outs, staffing program events, preparing room keys and dining cards, and inspecting rooms prior to a guest's arrival. Additionally, the CA will answer phones and guest questions on a regular basis. Furthermore, CAs will staff on-call teams that will respond to after-hours emergencies as dispatched.

Hours Worked

A CA agrees to live "in residence" and work approximately 40 hours/week. Majority of hours worked will be between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., seven days a week. Additionally, a CA agrees to staff On-Call teams between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. periodically during the Conference Season.

Outside commitments must be approved by the Director of Conference Services.

Compensation

• Summer stipend (paid bi-weekly) – To Be Discussed Further During Interview
• Single occupancy, air-conditioned room provided at no cost.

Requirements

The successful staff member will possess strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, demonstrate initiative, communicate effectively, have a positive attitude, and have a keen attention to detail. No prior experience is required.

• The CA agrees to attend all aspects of summer staff training including several training sessions from mid-March to late April with a time commitment of no more than three hours per week.
• The CA will work continuously from early May 2013 to early August 2013, including weekends.
• The CA must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Conference Assistants need not have worked for Housing & Residence Life in any capacity prior to this summer position.

Application

Conference Assistant (CA) Application

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