Posting Details
Position Information
| Job Category |
Casual Wage |
| Position Title |
Summer Opportunity - Classroom and Event Tech |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Part Time |
| Division |
Dean of the Faculty |
| Department |
Information Technology Services - Classrooms, Digital Media and Events |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range |
$16.60 / hour |
| Department Statement |
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
This position is an exciting opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of event management, learn how modern digital AV equipment works, and experience the many events Colgate supports throughout the year - many performed by world-renowned scholars and artists.
ITS supports over 1,000 campus events (both in-person and virtual events) throughout the year. Classes, colloquiums, panel discussions, guest lectures, banquets, and other large events use a variety of audio-visual equipment and computers under our purview. We prepare, set up, and remove AV equipment. We provide direct support to presenters, faculty, staff, and students to ensure successful outcomes.
When event duties are limited, this position will also work with professional staff to assist in maintaining over 200 smart classrooms and event spaces across campus. Regular maintenance and review of these facilities help to ensure that the capabilities we advertise are available when our faculty, staff, and students need them. You can be a part of ensuring your classrooms are operational and functional when you need them. Additionally, you will gain experience with presentation technologies and techniques and provide support to faculty and students, as assigned. |
| Accountabilities |
Responsibilities include:
Event Support Duties:
- Assist professional staff with AV-related event duties including
- Setting up, operating, and removing AV equipment for events, as assigned. Equipment includes but is not limited to video cameras, tripods, webcams, wired and wireless microphones, projectors, and projection screens
- Opportunities to also support virtual events with Zoom meetings and Zoom webinars. - Report any irregularities or malfunctions via the ITS ticketing system. Replace damaged components, such as cables, batteries, keyboards, and mics
Classroom Support
Duties:
- This position is also responsible for conducting regularly scheduled classroom and event space visits to verify integrity
- Test and replace microphone batteries, test projector, TV remotes, and other peripherals as needed
- Sign in to classroom computers and confirm the successful connection of webcams and microphones in classroom and event spaces to make sure it works with Zoom
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Requirements
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
- Working knowledge of both Windows and Mac OS platforms
- Training (mandatory) will be provided
- Reliability is a key attribute required for continued employment in this position
- Excellent work ethic and attention to detail
- Self-motivated and willingness to ask for help when needed
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, professionals, and the general public on a daily basis and foster a cooperative work environment
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- A basic understanding of audiovisual fundamentals such as the purpose and use of microphones; sound systems; computers (Troubleshooting Mac and Windows); laptops; tablets; document cameras; and data projectors are desired
- A current valid driver's license
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| Education |
Highschool or equivalent |
| Physical Requirements |
Ability to lift and transport up to 10-15 pounds of materials for short distances |
| Other Information |
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Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number |
2026CW012Posting |
| Temporary |
Yes |
| Work Schedule |
Availability & Schedule:
Term: May 11, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Standard Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
Event Support: This role plays a key part in our signature summer events. Candidates should have the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support Commencement, Reunion Weekends, and other seasonal programming.
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| Job Open Date |
03/18/2026 |
| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
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| EEO Statement |
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:
https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu. |
Supplemental Questions
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Are you currently a Colgate employee?
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Have you ever been a Colgate employee?
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Are you a Colgate student who is on campus for the summer?
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Are you a child of a Colgate employee?
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Do you have a valid driver's license under Colgate University's MVR policy? Drivers shall not have exceeded two (2) "at-fault" accidents or violations within the last eighteen (18) months, had any violation in the past thirty-six (36) months for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired by alcohol and/or drug, or reckless driving, had a license suspension or revocation in the past thirty-six (36) months. The University will run a Motor Vehicle check on the final candidate and regular checks will be made. *
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Colgate University
paid time off, sick time
Mar 19, 2026