Event Assistant

Key Responsibilities: 80% Student Engagement & Events Lead planning, budgeting, marketing, and executing 10-12 student-facing events and engagement opportunities throughout the year. Develop creative and innovative ways to engage graduating seniors at events and help them understand and prepare for their transition from students to alumni. Brainstorm, plan and implement programs, activities, and communications that build excitement around becoming a UW Bothell alum. Collaborate with the alumni engagement team on ongoing projects and events. Assist with event logistics, including gathering supplies, creating nametags, posting signage, and helping with event setup and takedown for events as needed. 10% Social Media/Marketing Manage social media platforms and create posts that engage and excite our audience. Repurpose content from other platforms (newsletter, news, etc.) to extend content shelf life. Monitor related accounts and peer institutions for trends, ideas, and best practices. Help track and analyze social media performance analytics. 10% General Assistance Provide general administrative, event and office support as needed.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience designing and creating student engagement opportunities. Contribute professionally and respectfully to our diverse and inclusive work environment. Social media experience and an elevated level of familiarity with Higher education marketing. Possess a strong work ethic with a demonstrated passion for creating compelling and innovative projects. Lift and move boxes or supplies up to 30 pounds. Experience in graphic design, Canva, and an eye for design. Ability to work independently and cooperatively. Strong customer service, written, and interpersonal skills. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Working Conditions: This is an in-person role. There will often be a work station with dual-monitors available within a shared office setting; at times, work will have to take place from a conference room or shared work table. A computer and all required hardware/software necessary to complete your job will be provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Diversity is a core value of University of WA Bothell We believe the power of diversity enriches all of us by exposing us to a range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. To learn more, read our Diversity Statement.