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Community Life Assistant - SFC
Position Summary
The Community Life Assistant supports the Director of Community Life in the planning, coordination, and execution of resident programs, events, and community initiatives. This position plays a visible, resident-facing role in fostering an engaging, inclusive, and vibrant campus culture.
This is a 16 - 20 hours per week position. The candidate must be willing to work 3 weekdays and 1 weekend day each week, 4 hour shifts. Flexible on when the shift starts and ends as long as it's between the hours of 9:00AM and 6:00PM.
Essential Responsibilities
Program & Event Management
- Supporting resident programs, cultural events, and social activities throughout the year.
- Coordinate event logistics including room reservations, setup/breakdown, hospitality, and day-of-event oversight.
- Coordinate weekly happy hour programming and musician scheduling.
- Assist in organizing signature events such as the annual Luau, Summer Ice Cream Social Series, Halloween Party, Veterans Day Program, and New Resident Coffee gatherings.
- Take event photographs and manage digital display updates and community monitor content.
- Track attendance and gather resident feedback to inform future programming.
Resident Engagement & Committees
- Assist with onboarding and engagement of new residents through welcome programs and campus introductions.
- Coordinate volunteer schedules and communications for resident support groups.
Transportation & Logistics
- Coordinate transportation for resident outings, cultural programs, and special events.
- Arrange buses and transportation logistics for funerals and Celebrations of Life.
- Collaborate with Facilities, Dining, IT, and other departments to ensure smooth event execution.
Administrative Support
- Maintain organized program files, contracts, and vendor records.
- Support preparation of printed materials and signage for events.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Hospitality, Recreation, Event Management, or related field preferred.
- 2 years of experience in event coordination, community programming, hospitality, or senior living.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience working with older adults preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.