GNSI Events Student Assistant

Overview

The Global and National Security Institute (GNSI) is seeking a motivated and dependable Student Assistant to support administrative and event-related functions in alignment with the Institute’s mission.

• Support conference-related projects with the Event Coordinator.
• Assist with the utilization of conference event software.
• Assist the Publications Coordinator by proofreading and editing conference reports and decision briefs.
• Occasionally assist with events outside of standard business hours.
• Prepare and reset conference rooms for scheduled functions, meetings, and events.
• Perform clerical duties utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other platforms such as Teams.
• Maintain and organize conference supplies and materials.
• Greet visitors professionally and assist with reception coverage when needed.
• Make deliveries on campus using a golf cart.
• Provide general office support to the GNSI team and assist with tasks as assigned by the Senior Director.

• Must be a current USF student.
• Ability to multitask, follow directions, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and dependability.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to rotate assignments on short notice.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Teams.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with guests and stakeholders.

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion and supports research with substantial funding.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, including FMLA. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process.