Under the direction of the Director of Student Life & Housing (DSLH), as well as the Resident Life Coordinator (RCL), the Conference Assistants (CAs) are required to attend training before summer conferences begin. The Conference Assistant is responsible for completing tasks that assist the day-today office in coordinating conferences and events. This front-line position is the first point of contact for clients and guests.

The Conference Assistants have shared responsibility of the Residence Hall community with other Conference Assistants and visiting summer conference staff. Conference Assistants will role model appropriate behavior for each other, visiting summer camp staff, as well as conference guests and campers in the Residence Hall. This includes staff responsibilities and duties, as well as personal behavior both in the hall, off campus, online, and in the community. Ability to follow directions and be a team player is critical. Conference Assistants are expected to be capable in dealing with situations (emergency and non-emergency) as they arise with professionalism, safety, and security of the guests, as well as with the college’s best interest in mind.

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 28 hours per week. The CMC work week is Saturday through Friday. 

Education and experience sufficient for the needs of the position. Examples may include a Bachelor’s Degree and one year related work experience, Associate’s Degree and two years related work experience, or High School/GED and three years related work experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. Experience in working with youth and holding peers accountable preferred.

Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: experiential education, and/or components of Pre-collegiate Programs. Ability to turn experiences into learning, recognize effective v. ineffective methods/vehicles, and provide feedback and guidance. Experience with standard Microsoft Office software. Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities. Ability to work flexible hours. Work schedules will vary as required by weekly conferences and guest turnover. Anaverage work week is a max of 28 hours and will be spread out over seven days as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks. This position will include intense periods of high occupancy and work, as well as a few days or weeks with reduced and/or no occupancy. Hours will average out, and your supervisor will notify you in advance of these dates and times. CAs must be able and willing to work any shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Based on the conference schedule, several dates will be deemed “All Staff” workdays. CAs may be allowed to schedule time off during break periods between conferences, depending on availability and anticipated staffing needs within theresidence community. Arrangements must be made at least two weeks in advance with your immediate supervisor. CAs will not be allowed to work more than (10 hours) per week outside of the CA position. Approval from your supervisor will be required before accepting a part-time job and/or enrolling in summer classes.

The successful candidate will gain experience in conference planning, customer service, communication, teamwork, registration, logistics, and financial management.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These values reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, collaborative partner, and community member in our trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities is preferred.