The Event Support and Material Movement work study is responsible for working in a team environment, exercising good judgment, problem-solving skills, and effective communication, while providing support and supplies to the University for Events. Work Studies should be able to work independently with minimal supervision, assist with numerous moving and event support logistics, and complete special tasks when assigned. The Event Support work study reports to the Associate Director and Managers of Event Support and Material Movement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Event Support Responsibilities: Deliver, set up and break down event material for University events. Deliver, set up and break down tables and chairs for University events. Deliver, set up and break down pipe and drape for University events. Complete special tasks as assigned. Additional information may be found here QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED required. ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information. Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner. Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of a routine nature. Physical and Sensory Abilities Frequently required to travel to local and campus locations. Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally. Frequently required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building. Frequently handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business. Regularly lift 50 or fewer pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is both an indoor and outdoor setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. Time Type Part time Location Onsite Pay Rate Starting at $12.77 Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The Universitys hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the religion component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs. Before you begin an application, please review our application process. Come develop and improve valuable skills to use throughout your career by working at LU! We have many positions open that provide opportunities for students to serve the local Lynchburg community. Many offer flexible schedules to allow students to attend classes and complete their coursework. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971. As one of the nations largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.
