Apr 10, 2026

Part-Time Student Set-Up Coordinator, Indiana Memorial Union

Job Description

Department

INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION (BA-IMAU-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University (IU) experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

The Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is proud to be part of the Office of Student Life. In its nearly 500,000 square feet of space, the IMU hosts more than 10,000 meetings and events per year, supports student organizations and student programs through its Student Involvement and Leadership Center, and is a popular place to gather for food and drink, studying, go bowling or play pool, or just hang out. It is one of the few experiences that touches every IU student on the campus as well as the building that hosts the most visitors to campus. Through its programs, services, and facilities, the IMU plays a key role in creating a sense of welcome and belonging in the IU campus community.

Job Summary

The Part-time Student Set-up Coordinator focuses on creating welcoming and functional environments that meet the needs of various events, from student gatherings to large-scale conferences. This student role plays a key part in fostering positive experiences that reflect the IMU's commitment to service.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

  • Assists in the set-up of meeting rooms, banquet rooms, performance halls, classrooms, outdoor venues and other facilities.
  • Moves event-related equipment, including tables, chairs, staging, sound systems, audiovisual equipment, and computer equipment.
  • Reads and interprets set-up sheets.
  • Maintains direct communication with clients to address their needs and provide support throughout events.
  • Remains in contact with clients to determine needs and address problems or concerns.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

  • Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

  • Event experience

SKILLS

Required

  • Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information.

Working Conditions / Demands

This is a physically active position requiring mobility. Must have the ability to move and transfer equipment. This position requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation

Additional Information

This position is work-study eligible position.

Uniforms and safety shoes are provided.

The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers NACE Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position:

  • Career and Self-Development
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Technology

These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

Advertised Salary

$13.10 per hour

Work Hours

Flexible work schedule with some nights and weekends.

Up to 29 hours per week, not to exceed across all campus positions.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings account with generous IU contributions
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Basic group life insurance paid by IU
  • Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
  • Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
  • Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
  • 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
  • Generous paid time off plans
  • Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee


Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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