CONFERENCE ASSISTANT
THE POSITION:
The Conference Assistant, or CA, is a representative of Eastern Illinois University. A CA is responsible for assisting in accommodating the needs of approximately 40 conference groups and 9,000 guests during the conference season (May – August).
The CA will be the first and primary contact for each camp or conference guest. The CA assists with the day-to-day operations of a conference hall, conducts administrative duties, ensures the safety and security of all guests, and assists with all other areas of the Conference Services program. The CA represents themselves, the Conference Services program, and Eastern Illinois University as a provider of quality customer service.
WHAT CAN THE CONFERENCE ASSISTANT POSITION DO FOR YOU?
- Develop or improve your customer service skills, which can be easily applied to any profession
- Develop or improve your administrative and time management skills
- Develop or improve your ability to relate to others
- Provide instruction on how to handle emergency or crisis situations
- Assist you in becoming more involved in the Eastern Illinois University community
- Allows you to take classes that will help you stick to your graduation plan
- Create life-long friendships with fellow staff members
- Room (single room when available) and Board (when dining services are in operation) during the summer, along with additional hourly wages
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must demonstrate academic proficiency, must be in good judicial standing and have a minimum of a 2.25 GPA at the time of application and start of employment, strong communication and customer service skills, a positive attitude toward Eastern Illinois University, and should possess a wide range of knowledge and/or involvement in campus organizations.
All CAs are required to attend an extensive training program.
Training Dates: May 6-15, 2024
Dates of Employment: May 6–August 11, 2024
You do not have to enroll in classes to work as a CA. However, CAs can enroll for summer classes during the 6-week and/or 8-week summer sessions. CAs may take no more than 2 classes at the same time, with approval. CAs can only take online classes during the 4-week summer session, as this time will be spent in training and track meet preparation.
REMUNERATION:
Conference Services is seeking a minimum of 24 student leaders to assist in all operations of the Conference Services Program. CAs will receive $14 an hour in addition to Room and Board (when dining services are in operation). CAs must work a minimum of 25 hours per pay period to receive the room and board package. The total package could be worth approximately $3,000.
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