About the Department

The mission of Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton is to support the academic mission of CSUF with a world class living and historical collection and to provide learning opportunities for every stage of life, extending our resources into the local community and around the globe to foster an appreciation for plant conservation, botanical research and horticulture.

Event Staff personnel will coordinate all logistical activities on the grounds of the Arboretum related to events such as weddings, receptions and other related rental events, such as the coordination of vendors, set-up of guests and equipment to support these functions, clean up, traffic, guest relations and special help or assistance as required with vendors. Event Support will open and close Heritage House for bride, supervise and direct various vendors and support the event coordinator, as required, and will ensure the grounds are locked and secured after events.

This is a seasonal position with variable hours.

Position Duties

Assist Vendors with access and direct set up per event diagram.
Unlock and ensure restrooms are stocked and maintained.
Placement of signs and coordination with event coordinator.
Verify all power cords are secured as to not impede walkways.
Handles communications between event coordinator and guests.
Confirms with vendors that event site is clear and trash removed at conclusion of event.
Post event security checks, locking buildings and gates.
Assists event coordinator as required for various duties.
Handle communications via cell phone and walkie talkie to support functions.
Follows any special instructions from Facility Rental Manager.
Coordinate all electrical equipment set-up and tear-down for vendors.
Complete required forms and evaluations for Facility Rental Manager.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrates ability to work with a diverse volunteer, membership and customer base.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Must be able to work independently and take initiative.
Must be flexible and be able to work weekends and nights.
Verbal communication ability.
Ability to perform tasks of position to standard in a high-paced environment; and good attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Customer Service experience preferred.
Special Events coordination experience preferred.
Vendor and Guest relations desired.
Knowledge and abilities to perform the functions of the position.
Knowledge of and ability to operate gas powered and electrical garden vehicles safely.

EDUCATION:

Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Associate degree preferred.

Other Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Prolonged standing and walking, talking, hearing, pulling, bending, may carry forty (40) pounds of objects/material, maybe exposed to extreme noise level, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, taste or smell.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

CSU Fullerton, Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (657) 278-4117.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the ASC. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current ASC employees who apply for the position.