Special Events Student Assistant

Posting Details

Student Title Classification Information

Quick Link https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/40945

Job Number SE233824

Position Information

Department or Unit Name Special Events

Position Headcount 1

Position Title Special Events Student Assistant

Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027

Term or Semester All Academic Year

Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Grad and Undergrad

Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90

Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

On which Campus will this work be done? Orange

Approved Supervisor Kelsey Alcantra

Supervisor Email alcantra@chapman.edu

Scheduling Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar

(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date 09/01/2026

Projected End Date 05/27/2027

Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary Provide general admin/office support.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organizing event supplies
• Creating digital signage and other promotional materials for events
• Responding to inquiries and crafting forms and documents
• Conducting research, updating databases, and organizing information
• Day of event support

Required Qualifications Little to minimal prior experience. Ability to learn support process. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Qualifications

• Positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Administrative experience
• Knowledge of event planning
• Experience with Canva or other design software
• Problem-solving skills
• Works well independently

Special Instructions to Applicants This job requires confidentiality.

Budget Information

Is Federal work-study required? Yes

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What personal qualities or skills do you possess that you feel will help you be effective in this position? (Open Ended Question)

• Please list any other commitments you have planned for the upcoming school term (clubs, jobs, leadership positions, etc.). (250 words) (Open Ended Question)