LoveWorks and Events Assistant

LoveWorks and Events Assistant

 

Posting Number: R0004219

Location: Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA

 

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

 

Benefits:

 

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

 

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about global engagement, logistics, and student development? PLNU is seeking a dynamic individual to support our LoveWorks and Study Abroad programs providing meaningful international experiences for students while ensuring operational excellence behind the scenes.

 

Salary:

Pay range $20.58 - $22.22 per hour

Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources.

 

Job Status:

Full time

 

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Job Description:

 

What We're Looking For

 

• A proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment

 

• Someone who enjoys coordinating events and managing multiple timelines

 

• Experience communicating with diverse stakeholders, including vendors, agencies, and students

 

• Ability to support the preparation and execution of training events and information sessions

 

• Skill in coordinating communication across departments and external partners

 

• A creative approach to developing and distributing promotional materials

 

• Strong budgeting awareness with the ability to monitor expenses and track account activity

 

• Leadership ability to supervise and mentor student assistants effectively

 

• Capacity to manage inventory and ensure program materials are ready and accessible

 

• A service-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering excellent support to all participants

 

What You'll Be Doing

 

• Providing administrative and logistical support for the LoveWorks and Study Abroad programs

 

• Coordinating application, onboarding, and preparation phases for student travelers

 

• Managing document collection and tracking for traveler requirements such as visas and health clearances

 

• Collaborating with travel agents, church leaders, and international partners

 

• Organizing program supplies, maintaining inventories, and distributing resources

 

• Supporting planning and execution of training events for participants

 

• Liaising with internal departments to ensure program needs are met smoothly

 

• Monitoring budgets, reconciling expenses, and reporting to Accounting and Finance

 

• Supervising student assistants in administrative, promotional, and logistical tasks

 

• Maintaining program records, including financial documentation and promotional content

 

Qualifications

 

• Two years of clerical experience, with emphasis on data and financial tracking/management

 

• One year project management experience or equivalent, with emphasis on logistical details

 

• Strong computer skills including the use of Google applications as well as MS Word, Excel, Access and website maintenance, and ability to type 45 wpm

 

• Strong organizational skills including ability to use independent judgment in prioritizing and carrying out tasks

 

• Ability to work effectively while under deadline pressure and with multiple interruptions

 

• Accuracy and attention to detail

 

• Strong communication skills and command of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation

 

• Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of the university

 

• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AyVQxyo8eNvAx59FFCzzC4tVzj8RsXSy/view?usp=sharing.

 

• ​The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

 

Physical Requirements

 

• The work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time.

 

• Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

 

• Ability to read documents, email and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor.

 

• Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone.

 

• Ability to stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 lbs throughout the day.

 

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

 

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.

 

Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/6909005

 

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