Event Services Associate

Apply now Job no: 509947 Position type: Full-Time 12-Month Department: 490505 - Event Services Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS Categories: Support Staff Position Open Date: Nov 4 2025

Assistant with Special Event setups on and off campus.

• Performs the build/setup and removal of temporary structures, including setup and breakdown of various size tents for campus activities.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials and equipment for campus events.
• Provides setup and arrangement for equipment/materials per event specifications.
• Monitors storerooms and ensures order, cleanliness, and security.
• Works across departments for collaborative and seamless process for event preparations.
• Works with pertinent personnel for equipment orders and ensure proper storage.
• Performs related duties as assigned to maintain department efficiency.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Drivers License
• 1 yr exp

• Interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to read and write.
• Understands instructions and executes efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Works effectively with a wide range of constituencies; and perform variety of tasks.
• Ability to exercise discretion with customers and the public, including reasonable standards for personal appearance.
• Ability to work in a team and adhere to work rules that foster respect in the workplace.

• Heavy Lifting
• Exposure to physical risk
• Frequent Night and Weekends

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job. No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Resume Application List of three references

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, .

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel:  or adatate.edu .

If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at  or adatate.edu . Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.

Advertised: Nov 04 2025 Central Standard Time
Applications close: