Assistant Events Coordinator (Part Time NICHE)

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At**WSU Tech**, we are committed to fostering an engaging educational

environment through innovative training and workforce development

initiatives. We are excited to invite applications for the position

of**Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events**. This role plays a

key part in supporting our events team to deliver exceptional

experiences for our students and the community.

• **Location:**NICHE (National Institute for Culinary and Hospitality
  
  

Education) WSU Tech Wichita, KS

• **Pay Rate:**\$18.20/hour
• **Schedule:**Part-time, hours will vary based on event needs
  
  

(evenings and weekends may be required)

Overview / Job Summary

The Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events supports the

administrative, sales, coordination, and execution aspects of events at

NICHE. This role works closely with the Hospitality Operations Manager

to assist with client communication, lead generation, event logistics,

venue sales, and day-of event execution. While the primary focus is

administrative and sales support, this position also actively assists

with event operations including setup, teardown, room resets, and

physical event preparation. This role will independently oversee events

as the sole on-site NICHE representative, managing vendors, timelines,

client communication, troubleshooting, and overall execution. The right

candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes

ownership of their work, and is comfortable operating with autonomy.

Your day-to-day***responsibilities***may include:

• - Conduct outbound sales calls, lead generation, and follow-up
  
  

communication with prospective clients and event leads

• Respond to event inquiries, coordinate venue tours, and support
  
  

clients through the booking and planning process

• Support venue sales efforts through professional communication,
  
  

relationship-building, and client service

• Assist with preparing proposals, BEOs, contracts, invoices,
  
  

timelines, and event documentation

• Maintain organized client records and ensure accuracy across
  
  

planning systems and event management software

• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and logistics with internal
  
  

teams, vendors, and clients

• Provide day-of event support including setup, teardown, room
  
  

resets, dcor placement, and execution of event details

• Lead events independently as the sole on-site NICHE
  
  

representative, managing vendors, timelines, troubleshooting

issues, and ensuring successful execution

Join us in creating memorable experiences that enhance our community

connections and promote our mission!

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## Requirements {#job-requirements-title}

Education

• High school diploma required
• Associated Degree preferred
  
  

Qualifications

• Prior experience in administrative support, hospitality, customer
  
  

service, sales, event coordination, or client relations required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional,
  
  

client-focused demeanor

• Comfortable initiating outbound calls and communicating with
  
  

prospective clients

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple
  
  

priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, event management software, and CRM
  
  

or administrative systems

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as
  
  

events require

• Ability to lift 4050 lbs and assist with physical event setup and
  
  

teardown

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to w ork independently
  
  

and exercise sound judgment on-site

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