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How much do special events assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for special events assistant in Indiana is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.62 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a special events assistant?

Special Events Assistants are professionals who support the planning, coordination, and execution of events such as conferences, fundraisers, weddings, or corporate functions. They handle a variety of tasks, including communicating with vendors, assisting with event setup and breakdown, managing guest lists, and ensuring that events run smoothly. Their role is crucial in ensuring that all event details are handled efficiently and that participants have a positive experience. Special Events Assistants often work under the supervision of an event coordinator or manager and may be involved in both administrative and on-site event support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a special events assistant?

To thrive as a Special Events Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in event planning or hospitality, often supported by a relevant degree or experience. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and scheduling platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities help you manage vendors, guests, and last-minute changes effectively. These skills ensure that events run smoothly, meet client expectations, and adapt to dynamic environments.

What challenges do special events assistants face and how can they be managed?

Special Events Assistants often juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, from coordinating vendors to handling last-minute changes on event days. Time management and adaptability are essential, as plans can shift quickly and require creative problem-solving. Working in this role also means collaborating closely with event planners, volunteers, and venue staff, so strong communication skills are crucial. To manage these challenges, it helps to stay organized, maintain open lines of communication, and proactively anticipate potential issues before they arise.

What are the most commonly searched types of Special Events jobs in Indiana?

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What cities in Indiana are hiring for Special Events Assistant jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Special Events Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Special Events Assistant job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,999 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Special Events & Development Assistant

Northampton Community College

Fowler, IN • On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal: to help students transform their lives through education. It's a goal that reaps rewards thousands of times over the course of a career. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life.

We invite you to consider to applying for one of our currently available positions. For more information on the College, please visit www.northampton.edu. For more information on life in the Lehigh Valley, please visit https://www.northampton.edu/about/working-at-ncc/life-in-the-area.html.

NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

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Special Events & Development Assistant

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Please note that this position will remain open until filled.

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Primary Function: Provide administrative, planning and event execution support for all events for the NCC Foundation.

Responsibilities: Work under the direction of the Director of Special Events and Sponsor Relations on the planning and execution of Foundation and other college events including, but not limited to, the NCC Food and Wine Gala, Foundation Golf Tournament, scholarship luncheons, donor cultivation events, Campaign events, college related events (including the NEH event, Staff Appreciation, Opening Days, and Founders Day Festival) and other events as assigned.

Coordinate electronic and hard copy event mailings and reminders.

Assist with the planning and execution of additional College events,

Track sponsorship details (for fundraising events) and event attendees.

Assist with preparing sponsorship and other event related materials as needed.

Track and ensuring deadlines are met for various event-related activities.

Reserve rooms, process associated work orders, vendor invoices, etc.

Manage and maintain the Foundation's event inventory, including event supplies, decor, wine, equipment, swag items, and other materials.

Organize the efforts of staff/volunteers for fundraising events as needed.

Collaborate with the Marketing team on social media promotion and communications for Foundation, including providing event information, content, photos, and other materials as needed.

Monitor website to ensure accurate and up to date information about events at all times.

Provide on-site event staffing, coordinate set-up logistics.

Assist with post-event correspondence such as accurately recording guests and expenses into Raisers Edge.

Other Duties: Be familiar with and articulate about the College including its mission, culture, and fundraising objectives. Be familiar with the campus spaces used for events including A/V infrastructure and room capacities. In periods of lower event activity, support other areas of the Foundation with administrative support at the direction of department leadership. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Events and Sponsor Relations.

Organizational Relationships: (1) Responsible to the Director of Special Events and Sponsor Relations for assigned responsibilities. (2) Works cooperatively with Institutional Advancement colleagues in carrying out departmental objectives. (3) Relates role to College mission and goals. 4) Maintains positive working relationships with external partners and with NCC staff especially in physical plant and food service.

Performance Standards: Performance in this position is considered satisfactory when: (1) Mutually agreed upon objectives have been attained within specified time frame. (2) Responsibilities of the position have been carried out at a level consistent with performance objectives. (3) Effective cooperation exists with faculty and staff and external partners.

Qualifications: (1) Education: Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution required, Bachelor's degree preferred. (2) Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: (a) Excellent organization and project management skills with the ability to meet concurrent deadlines; (b) commitment to the mission of the institution; (c) must be self-motivated, achievement-oriented and able to work well both independently and cooperatively; proven success working as member of a team; (d) willingness and ability to learn from trainings, and workshops; (e) ability to provide outstanding customer services and to remain poised at all times; (f) access to car for local travel; (g) knowledge of office management methods and procedures; (h) solid computer skills in PC environment with capability to master new software applications and technologies in database management; (i) expertise in functional use of Microsoft Word and Excel required; (j) must be flexible and available to work occasional evenings on event days.

Benefits Snapshot

The College offers a generous benefits package to Full-time employees. Just a few highlights of the benefits package include comprehensive medical plan options for you and your family (plus dental and vision), a College retirement contribution of 8% of your salary upon hire, NCC tuition waiver and an abundance of time off - up to 25 days' vacation/floating, 10 sick days, Four (4) day workweeks during Summer, Holidays (including a week+ break between Christmas and New Year's) - among other things! Please visit https://www.northampton.edu/about/working-at-ncc/employee-benefits/index.html for more details on the full array of benefits.