Office of Conference Services - Registration Conference Assistant

Position Title:    Registration Conference Assistant 

Dates of Employment Term:  April - August, 2013

Location of Employer:   Office of Conference Services 

     
Job ID: S03269-325R


Candidates will only be considered for this position if the following information is received:

1. Completion of the online student worker application.
2. Submission of the resume to the the required email address.
3. Completion of the questionnaire (see link on right).

Completed applications, to include the questionnaire and resume submission, must be received by the Conference Services Department before February 20, 2013.

Job Summary:  The Registration Conference Assistant plays an integral role within a team who provides support services for the Office of Conference Services summer operations. Daily work shifts consist of executing multiple duties and responsibilities for ensuring a seamless experience for guest check-in/check-out. The Registration team operates as the first point of contact and source of information for the majority of our guests. This position is crucial in guaranteeing customer service excellence. The registration team is modeled after a hotel front desk, from first impression to last.

Conference Services Supervisor:  Michele J. Famularo – Senior Events Coordinator
                         
Responsibilities: 
o Attend and participate in required weekly training sessions during the spring semester (April – May).
o Attend assigned groups check-in and check-out.
o Assist in the set-up and break down of equipment for check-in and check-out.
o Input data from housing charts to EMS database.
o Welcome all summer overnight conference guests.
o Assist in the production and distribution of conference guests welcome packets containing: ID card, keys or pin code, campus map, & welcome brochure.
o Capture guests’ signatures on housing charts for each guest that checks-in/check-out.
o Utilize the computerized EMS database to track guests that check-in/check-out.
o Assist guests with taking photos and producing ID cards for those guests who do not have ID cards generated in advance.
o Act as a concierge and assist guests with any questions they may have regarding their stay.
o Provide exceptional, courteous and knowledgeable customer service to ensure successful outcomes for guests.
o Act as liaison between Office of Conference Services and other on-campus departments including but not limited to Information Technology, Residence Life, Public Safety, Facilities Services, and Chartwell’s Dining Service.

 

Qualifications:
o Personable, friendly and outgoing demeanor.
o Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with all summer conference guests, staff, clients and administration.
o Great attention to detail and exceptional organization skills.
o Ability to work well with a team of peers.
o Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, nights and weekends.
o Flexibility to handle responsibilities assigned to meet the needs of clients and the department.
o Willingness to be on the front-line of communications on behalf of St. John’s University Office of Conference Services.
o Ability to respond and troubleshoot unexpected problems and/or concerns.
o Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Access.

Student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year. The Office of Conference Services cannot guarantee full-time hours for all shifts during the summer months (May - August).  Employee’s summer hours may range between 20 hours and 35 hours per week.


In addition to completing the online student worker application, applicants MUST complete the questionnaire (see link on right) and submit it along with their resume to csevents@stjohns.edu