Position Details

Position Title: Events Setup Staff

Department: Distribution Center

Location: Bemidji, Minnesota

Employment Type: Staff, Hourly Non-Exempt, Part-Time/On-Call

FTE: .04

Position Opening Date: 9/8/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Benefit Eligible: No

General Employment Period: Year-Round

General Work Schedule (days of week): Monday-Friday, Weekends as assigned

General shift hours: On-Call, Flex as needed - may include evenings and weekends

Why Concordia Language Villages?

At Concordia Language Villages, a program of Concordia College, your work contributes to something bigger. Every role plays a part in creating immersive experiences that inspire curiosity, build connections across cultures, and prepare people to engage thoughtfully with the world. Here, you'll join a collaborative community where your contributions are valued, and your work can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our participants.

About the Role:

As an Events Setup Staff member with Concordia Language Villages, you’ll help create welcoming, well-organized experiences for guests attending events at our Bemidji site. This hands-on, on-call role supports events from setup through cleanup, including preparing event spaces, assisting with food and beverage service, and making sure guests have what they need throughout an event.

You’ll work alongside staff from Client Services, Culinary Arts, and the Distribution Center to help events run smoothly and safely. The schedule is flexible based on event needs and may include evenings and weekends.

What You'll Do:

• Set up and take down tables, chairs, staging, linens, place settings, and other event equipment.
• Support food and beverage service, including serving courses, replenishing stations, clearing dishes, and preparing coffee and beverages.
• Work with Client Services, Culinary Arts, and Distribution Center staff to prepare for and support CLV events.
• Make sure event spaces have the equipment, supplies, and products needed for successful events.
• Help keep event spaces, equipment, storage areas, and dinnerware clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Assist with event-space moves and other facilities support, including trash and recycling removal and occasional snow removal.
• Provide light custodial and other operational support as needed.

You'll Thrive Here If You:

• Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a supportive team environment.
• Take pride in your work and are dependable, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Communicate effectively and enjoy building positive relationships with others.
• Are adaptable, take initiative, and are comfortable balancing changing priorities.
• Find meaning in contributing your skills to the work of a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications:

What We're Looking For:

We’re looking for a dependable, organized team member who provides great customer service, communicates well, and is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, able to manage multiple tasks, follow directions, solve problems, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for guests and colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to learn Microsoft Excel/Word

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license

Skills and Abilities:

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions both verbally and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable self-starter
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Promote and exemplify good safety practices
• Good customer service
• Applied math skills
• Ability to be trained in basic computer usage
• Ability to identify and solve problems
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Maintain confidentiality & strong ethical character
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Demonstrate interpersonal conflict management skills
• Basic Computer Skills

Benefits and Salary:

Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package:

• Eligibility for MN Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Eligibility for MN Earned Sick and Safe Time
• Salary – 16.00 - 16.50 USD Hourly Wage

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.

Employment Contingencies:

Background Check

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents: None

Optional Documents: Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, List of References: Contact information for at least three professional references (name, title, organization, email, and phone number), Licensure, Certification, Training, Other

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.