General Assistant - Events Set-up Specialist

Job Posting

JR101909 General Assistant - Events Set-up Specialist (Open)

Department

Parking & Transportation Svcs , JM

Position Type

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date

06-03-2026

Close Date

06-24-2026

$18.22 hourly

Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Business & Auxiliary Services, this position serves on the events set-up team to set up, break down, and reset campus spaces for internal and external events.

Responsibilities

• Move, install, arrange, and break down tables, chairs, tents, podiums, stage sections, beverage coolers, and equipment for University events. Install and break down piping and draping for special functions.
• Assist with various projects and assignments not directly related to events such as inventory, repair, and preventive maintenance of all equipment.
• Operate a box/pick-up truck or a golf cart to move event equipment and other items.
• Update reports and request forms, submit paperwork on time, and submit work orders for items in disrepair.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High school or GED.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Communicates effectively, professionally, courteously, and thoroughly with the highest regard for the client.
• Ability to read and write; to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or Commercial Class B or equivalent driver's license may be required. If required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, employees will be subjected to drug and alcohol education and testing as required under Federal Highway Administration and the State of Maryland regulations.
• Position will be required to work non-traditional hours, including weekends
  
  

Additional Job Information

BENEFIT SUMMARY

Contractual employees are eligible for limited benefits. Please see the link below to view the benefits that Coppin State University has to offer.

https://www.coppin.edu/benefits

E-VERIFY STATEMENT

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. View the EEOC Know Your Rights poster for more information regarding your rights under the law.

If you experience difficulties utilizing the online application system or you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at AskHR@coppin.edu. Please note that only inquiries regarding a request for reasonable accommodation or system issues will be responded to when contacting this e-mail account. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.