OSUPC - Event Lead
Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, United States
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Information Job Title
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill a number of part‑time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Event Lead for the OSU Program Council at Oregon State University (OSU).
The OSUPC Lead is responsible for leading a team of event associates; providing vision, leadership, and project management support for large‑scale events; and guiding and mentoring OSUPC student staff in the planning and delivery of welcoming and engaging event experiences.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Position Duties Event Planning & Execution
Provide vision and goals for major OSUPC events.
Facilitate and lead regular planning meetings.
Collaborate with marketing to develop the marketing and promotional plans.
Monitor and manage the progress of the events.
Pitch new event ideas aligned with OSUPC goals.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Leadership & Team Development
Follows all OSUPC policies, procedures, planning processes and systems and holds staff accountable to all OSUPC policies and procedures.
Guide staff through planning tasks and decision‑making.
Lead event planning meetings prior to events and “best and better” reflections after all events.
Provide praise and constructive feedback.
Assessment & Evaluation
Work with OSUPC Coordinator on feedback collection strategies.
Train staff on how to collect feedback data.
Review, analyze and summarize feedback for mid‑to‑small‑scale events.
Build relationships with student leaders and campus partners.
Collaborate with other students to enhance program offerings.
Holds and posts 10-15 regular office hours each week, at least half of these hours should be during regular business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday). Hours may vary during different stages of the term.
Communication
Meets regularly with OSUPC supervisor to go over feedback and areas for improvement; anticipate and strategize for overcoming challenges.
Responds to emails, messages, team chats and phone calls the same day, professionally representing OSUPC.
Identify areas for personal and professional growth and participate in leadership development.
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program.
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term.
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term.
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Served as an OSUPC event specialist for at least 6 months.
Demonstrated experience planning and executing events.
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work with others and effectively problem solve issues that occur.
Demonstrated experience with coaching and with giving and receiving feedback.
Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations.
Has strong organizational skills.
Is adaptable to a changing environment.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Served as an OSUPC events specialist for at least 12 months.
Familiarity with Microsoft Suite, Teams, Canva, SharePoint, Box, and/or any project management tools.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule Posting Number: P12944SE
Number of Vacancies: 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 04/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date: 03/19/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date: 04/02/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students.
Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
Supplemental Questions
* What is your vision and goals as OSUPC lead for the 2026-2027 academic year? (Open Ended Question)
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Information Job Title
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill a number of part‑time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Event Lead for the OSU Program Council at Oregon State University (OSU).
The OSUPC Lead is responsible for leading a team of event associates; providing vision, leadership, and project management support for large‑scale events; and guiding and mentoring OSUPC student staff in the planning and delivery of welcoming and engaging event experiences.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Position Duties Event Planning & Execution
Provide vision and goals for major OSUPC events.
Facilitate and lead regular planning meetings.
Collaborate with marketing to develop the marketing and promotional plans.
Monitor and manage the progress of the events.
Pitch new event ideas aligned with OSUPC goals.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Leadership & Team Development
Follows all OSUPC policies, procedures, planning processes and systems and holds staff accountable to all OSUPC policies and procedures.
Guide staff through planning tasks and decision‑making.
Lead event planning meetings prior to events and “best and better” reflections after all events.
Provide praise and constructive feedback.
Assessment & Evaluation
Work with OSUPC Coordinator on feedback collection strategies.
Train staff on how to collect feedback data.
Review, analyze and summarize feedback for mid‑to‑small‑scale events.
Build relationships with student leaders and campus partners.
Collaborate with other students to enhance program offerings.
Holds and posts 10-15 regular office hours each week, at least half of these hours should be during regular business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday). Hours may vary during different stages of the term.
Communication
Meets regularly with OSUPC supervisor to go over feedback and areas for improvement; anticipate and strategize for overcoming challenges.
Responds to emails, messages, team chats and phone calls the same day, professionally representing OSUPC.
Identify areas for personal and professional growth and participate in leadership development.
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program.
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term.
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term.
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Served as an OSUPC event specialist for at least 6 months.
Demonstrated experience planning and executing events.
Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work with others and effectively problem solve issues that occur.
Demonstrated experience with coaching and with giving and receiving feedback.
Able to remain professional and calm when working with difficult individuals and situations.
Has strong organizational skills.
Is adaptable to a changing environment.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Served as an OSUPC events specialist for at least 12 months.
Familiarity with Microsoft Suite, Teams, Canva, SharePoint, Box, and/or any project management tools.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule Posting Number: P12944SE
Number of Vacancies: 2
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 04/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date: 03/19/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date: 04/02/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students.
Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
Supplemental Questions
* What is your vision and goals as OSUPC lead for the 2026-2027 academic year? (Open Ended Question)
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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