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Job ID: 305787
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Department Information
University Support Services
Job Summary
The Event Team Lead within University Operations serves as a working lead position, providing day-to-day direction and coordination for event setup operations across campus. This role oversees more than 1,200 events each year and is responsible for assisting in setting up all events, meetings, and special gatherings for Columbus State University as the primary duty. The position ensures that work order details, including event setup diagrams and specialized equipment, meet both customer expectations and internal standards. This role requires flexibility, including regular work during nights and weekends, to support the full scope of university events and operations.
Responsibilities
Significant Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Leads and assists in the setup of all events, meetings, and special gatherings, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in execution.
- Provides work direction and guidance to team members to ensure timely and high quality event setup.
- Conducts inventory and prepares items and equipment according to work order needs.
- Ensures events are set to work order specifications.
- Works with customers to understand specific needs related to event setup and execution.
- Troubleshoots event-related issues; moves and sets up equipment as required.
- Walks assigned campus areas to ensure furniture and fixtures are in good condition and reports needed repairs.
- Assists in special projects, including setup and moving furniture or equipment on and off campus.
- Assists in emergency preparations, such as clearing debris from campus pathways.
- Operates delivery trucks or equipment to assist in loading and moving materials.
- Works collaboratively with moving/setup teams and grounds teams.
- Serves as a brand ambassador of University Operations and Columbus State University.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications include:
- High school diploma or GED; and one to three years of related experience and/or training.
Proposed Salary
The proposed annualized salary for this position is $38,852 and includes full benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include:
- Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs. or more and perform strenuous manual tasks.
- Ability to operate warehouse and delivery equipment (hand trucks, dollies, etc.).
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred, but not required.
- Valid driver's license required.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact John Camp, Hiring Manager, via email at camp_john@columbusstate.edu
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
- Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
- Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
- Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
- Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
- Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
- Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
Background Check
- Standard
Special Applicant Instructions
Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=305787&PostingSeq=1
Event Team Lead
Job ID: 305787
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Department Information
University Support Services
Job Summary
The Event Team Lead within University Operations serves as a working lead position, providing day-to-day direction and coordination for event setup operations across campus. This role oversees more than 1,200 events each year and is responsible for assisting in setting up all events, meetings, and special gatherings for Columbus State University as the primary duty. The position ensures that work order details, including event setup diagrams and specialized equipment, meet both customer expectations and internal standards. This role requires flexibility, including regular work during nights and weekends, to support the full scope of university events and operations.
Responsibilities
Significant Duties & Responsibilities include:
- Leads and assists in the setup of all events, meetings, and special gatherings, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in execution.
- Provides work direction and guidance to team members to ensure timely and high quality event setup.
- Conducts inventory and prepares items and equipment according to work order needs.
- Ensures events are set to work order specifications.
- Works with customers to understand specific needs related to event setup and execution.
- Troubleshoots event-related issues; moves and sets up equipment as required.
- Walks assigned campus areas to ensure furniture and fixtures are in good condition and reports needed repairs.
- Assists in special projects, including setup and moving furniture or equipment on and off campus.
- Assists in emergency preparations, such as clearing debris from campus pathways.
- Operates delivery trucks or equipment to assist in loading and moving materials.
- Works collaboratively with moving/setup teams and grounds teams.
- Serves as a brand ambassador of University Operations and Columbus State University.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications include:
- High school diploma or GED; and one to three years of related experience and/or training.
Proposed Salary
The proposed annualized salary for this position is $38,852 and includes full benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include:
- Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs. or more and perform strenuous manual tasks.
- Ability to operate warehouse and delivery equipment (hand trucks, dollies, etc.).
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred, but not required.
- Valid driver's license required.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact John Camp, Hiring Manager, via email at camp_john@columbusstate.edu
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
- Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
- Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
- Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
- Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
- Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
- Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
Background Check
- Standard
Special Applicant Instructions
Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=305787&PostingSeq=1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Event Lead
Document your event production credentials now
Gather contracts, employer letters, and program portfolios that confirm your coordination scope and seniority. PERM requires detailed job duties in the application, so your documentation needs to match the specific Event Lead role your sponsor will describe to DOL.
Target employers with dedicated HR infrastructure
Convention centers, hotel chains, universities, and corporate event departments run recurring PERM filings because they have in-house HR and immigration counsel. These organizations are more likely to absorb the recruitment-test requirement and prevailing-wage obligations that smaller event agencies avoid.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find employers in the events industry with confirmed EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Searching by role and location surfaces companies that have already completed PERM filings, cutting out employers unlikely to start the process.
Look up your prevailing wage before salary talks
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL wage level your employer must meet. If their offered salary falls below that threshold, PERM certification will be denied regardless of how strong your credentials are.
Clarify the PERM job description during offer negotiations
The duties your employer lists on the PERM application must reflect what you'll actually do. Mismatches between the certified description and your real responsibilities can create problems at adjustment of status, so get the job description aligned in writing before the employer files.
Understand your priority date before accepting an offer
If you're a national of India or China, check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before committing to a sponsoring employer. Your priority date locks in when the I-140 is filed, and knowing your projected wait helps you plan whether to pursue EB-2 or EB-3 classification.
Green Card Event Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Event Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Event Lead positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the occupation typically requires at least two years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree in hospitality, communications, or a related field. EB-2 applies if your specific role requires an advanced degree or if you have a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience that the employer documents carefully in the PERM filing.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for Event Lead roles?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent immigration benefit, not a temporary status. The process starts with DOL labor certification, where your employer must conduct a formal recruitment test and meet a prevailing wage. There is no lottery. Once PERM is certified and an I-140 is approved, you receive a priority date that determines when you can file for adjustment of status, subject to per-country backlogs.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for an Event Lead position?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers in the events industry with verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship histories. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings before is more effective than approaching employers with no immigration infrastructure, since the PERM process requires significant HR coordination and legal resources that many smaller event firms don't have.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers after the I-140 is approved?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new job in the same or a similar occupation without abandoning your case. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, protecting the waiting time you've already accumulated.
What does the PERM recruitment test involve for an Event Lead role?
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment campaign before filing, including job postings in specific venues designated by DOL, to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. The employer must document all applicants considered and the reasons they were not selected. The job description used in recruitment must match what appears on the PERM application filed with DOL.