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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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Document your degree's direct relevance
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to event management. Gather transcripts, course descriptions, and a written summary showing how your coursework maps to the specific duties in the job posting before any employer files.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for event and marketing roles. Prior LCA filings signal an employer already understands the sponsorship process, reducing the risk of an offer falling through at the HR stage.
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
Event Lead titles vary widely. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your role and confirm the minimum education requirement is a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Generic coordinator titles sometimes fail H-1B specialty occupation review if duties are too generalist.
Check prevailing wages before salary negotiation
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before negotiating so you know the floor your offer must clear or the LCA won't certify.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing options
If you're on OPT or STEM OPT, your cap-gap protection only lasts until a fixed date. Ask prospective employers early whether they're affiliated with a nonprofit or university, since cap-exempt employers can file H-1B petitions outside the annual selection process.
Prepare a sponsorship one-pager for outreach
Many event companies haven't sponsored before. Write a one-page document explaining the LCA and H-1B process, employer cost expectations, and timeline so hiring managers can brief HR without stalling. Attach it when following up after an interview stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Event Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Event Lead roles grounded in event management, marketing, or communications typically qualify, but broadly defined coordinator titles without a required degree field often don't. The job description needs to specify the degree requirement explicitly.
Which visas can sponsor an Event Lead working in the United States?
The H-1B is the most common path if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. The O-1 is an option if you have demonstrated extraordinary achievement in your field, such as major productions, industry awards, or press coverage. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role fits a qualifying USMCA profession. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is possible after several years with an employer willing to run PERM labor certification.
How do I find Event Lead employers who are open to visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for event and marketing roles, so you can focus your outreach on companies that have already navigated the process. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering an employer won't sponsor only after an offer is extended.
Will a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the United States qualify for H-1B sponsorship in an Event Lead role?
USCIS accepts foreign three-year degrees if a credential evaluation establishes U.S. equivalency to a four-year bachelor's degree. A credential evaluator like NACES-member organizations can produce this report. Without an equivalency evaluation on file, a three-year degree may not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement during adjudication.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Event Lead contract ends early or the company lays me off?
You have a 60-day grace period after losing H-1B employment to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or leave the country. During this window, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can start working once the petition is filed. The 60-day period doesn't extend if you take any unauthorized work, so act quickly.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Event Lead jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.