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Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events
WSU Tech —Wichita, KS
- $18.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Catering Assistant
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission —Shawnee Mission, KS
- $15.96 - $25.54 an hour
- Day shift
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- English
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Dining Services Assistant Catering
Johnson County Community College —Overland Park, KS
- $15.68 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- Flexible schedule
Assistant Banquet Manager
Marriott Kansas City Overland Park —Overland Park, KS
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Events and Rental Assistant
City of Olathe, KS —Olathe, KS
- $15.50 - $17.81 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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Shawnee County, KS —Shawnee County, KS
- $13 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Sanitation
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- Part-time
- Customer service
- University
- Organizational skills

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Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events

WSU Tech -
Wichita, KS

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Job Details

Part-time
$18.20 an hour

Qualifications

Event breakdown
Customer communication
High school diploma or GED
Phone canvassing
Initial Contact (sales skills)
Prospecting
Event setup
CRM system proficiency
Productivity software
Sending lead generation communications
Event customer service
Client interaction via phone calls

Full Job Description

At WSU Tech, we are committed to fostering an engaging educational environment through innovative training and workforce development initiatives. We are excited to invite applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events. This role plays a key part in supporting our events team to deliver exceptional experiences for our students and the community.

Location: NICHE (National Institute for Culinary and Hospitality Education) WSU Tech – Wichita, KS
Pay Rate: $18.20/hour
Schedule: Part-time, hours will vary based on event needs (evenings and weekends may be required)

Overview / Job Summary:

The Part-Time Assistant Coordinator, NICHE Events supports the administrative, sales, coordination, and execution aspects of events at NICHE. This role works closely with the Hospitality Operations Manager to assist with client communication, lead generation, event logistics, venue sales, and day-of event execution. While the primary focus is administrative and sales support, this position also actively assists with event operations including setup, teardown, room resets, and physical event preparation. This role will independently oversee events as the sole on-site NICHE representative, managing vendors, timelines, client communication, troubleshooting, and overall execution. The right candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable operating with autonomy.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

- Conduct outbound sales calls, lead generation, and follow-up communication with prospective clients and event leads
- Respond to event inquiries, coordinate venue tours, and support clients through the booking and planning process
- Support venue sales efforts through professional communication, relationship-building, and client service
- Assist with preparing proposals, BEOs, contracts, invoices, timelines, and event documentation
- Maintain organized client records and ensure accuracy across planning systems and event management software
- Coordinate calendars, meetings, and logistics with internal teams, vendors, and clients
- Provide day-of event support including setup, teardown, room resets, décor placement, and execution of event details
- Lead events independently as the sole on-site NICHE representative, managing vendors, timelines, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring successful execution

Join us in creating memorable experiences that enhance our community connections and promote our mission!

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma required
Associated Degree preferred

Qualifications:

Prior experience in administrative support, hospitality, customer service, sales, event coordination, or client relations required
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-focused demeanor
Comfortable initiating outbound calls and communicating with prospective clients
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, event management software, and CRM or administrative systems
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as events require
Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and assist with physical event setup and teardown
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment on-site

Benefits

https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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