Part Time Temporary Event Assistant

Our client, a well-known higher education institution, is seeking a Part-Time Events Assistant to support commencement and community services events through June. This is an onsite role based in Cambridge, MA, starting May 4th, with 20 hours per week initially and increasing to full-time (37.5 hours/week) beginning May 11 through late May; event days may require early start times and work after 5:00 PM. The position pays $22.75/hour and supports a mission-driven academic organization known for large-scale, high-profile campus events. Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply today for immediate consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support event set-up, breakdown, and onsite staffing (check-in, ushering, guest services)
• Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, scheduling, email, and preparing materials
• Coordinate volunteer logistics, including assignments, badges, training materials, and check-in/out
• Manage event inventory (signage, apparel, radios, scanners) and assist with meal coordination
• Serve as an in-person and radio communication hub during ceremonies
• Support both commencement guest services and general community events

Candidate Qualifications:

• Prior event support experience (campus or large-scale events preferred)
• Ability to be onsite full-time during peak event period (May 11-29)
• Comfortable with physical tasks (lifting up to 25 lbs, moving carts and materials)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with FileMaker or Quickbase is a plus
• Prior experience in an academic or university setting is strongly preferred

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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