Part-Time Special Events Supervisor
Part-timeRegents of the University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNPart-time$17/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Event Supervisors serve as on-site managers for select Gopher Spaces special events. They oversee facility use and act as the point person for event staff and needs, coordinating with Special Events and facility operations staff. The role includes communicating with event groups, addressing customer questions, following facility policies and safety protocols, and providing post-event reports. A high school diploma is required; prior supervisory and event management experience is preferred.
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Job ID375091
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilySupplemental Employee
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code0006
Employee ClassCivil Service
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About the Job
DESCRIPTION:
Event Supervisors will serve as the on-site manager for select Gopher Spaces special events.
Oversee the use of the facility during the event and serve as the point-person for all event staff and needs. Supervisory duties include -
Coordinate with Special Events staff to become well-informed with details for scheduled events
Communicate effectively with all groups involved in the successful execution of the event (security, parking, catering, operations, tour guides, etc.)
Work alongside facility operations staff to determine additional needs prior to the start of the event, assure proper set-up, security and access needs
Handle customer questions and concerns in a professional and upbeat manner
Become familiar with facility policies/procedures and safety protocols
Provide post-event reports
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Must display strong interpersonal and leadership ability
Able to make decisions quickly, follow protocols/procedures and handle adverse situations professionally
Detail-oriented, organized and a proactive problem-solver
Ability to carry/lift up to 30 lbs., climb stairs
Available to work nights and weekends
High School Diploma
Prior supervisory and event management experience preferred
About the Department
With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference. The University of Minnesota sponsors 22 varsity intercollegiate athletic teams and is represented by more than 625 student-athletes who compete in the Big Ten and Western Collegiate Hockey Association. Minnesota has claimed 29 national championships in eight different sports and has won 217 regular-season conference titles and 42 conference tournament championships. Minnesota has also produced 213 Academic All-Americans, which ranks as the tenth most all-time among college and universities. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $17.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.
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About University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55455
Job Type
Part Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
375091
Job Benefits
Not specified
How this job compares
Set against the 515 open Event Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$17/hr
- US median$23–25/hr61 hourly ranges
This rate, $17/hr, is 29% below the US median midpoint ($24/hr) — in the middle half of Event Management hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 10 open Event Management jobs in Minnesota and 515 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- Event Management postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 6 years (395 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 101 of the 515 open Event Management jobs (20%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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