SETUP CREW - Works with crew completing event setups and strikes (i.e. stage, tables, chairs, sound, lighting).
Other duties include light facility cleaning. Additional duties may include working as a concert stagehand, spotlight operator, and security for major events.
As an USHER you provide a primary level of guest assistance in the Ramsey Center seating area; provide guests with directions or other venue information; help guests locate their assigned seats; report any ticketing problems to a supervisor; you may use a scanner at the door to scan tickets or work in a position to allow/disallow access into the event area based on the customer's credentials.

- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Must be able to concentrate and follow oral and written instructions
- Must be able to push/pull heavy rolling equipment
- Must be able to regularly and frequently climb numerous stairs
- Could be available to work the week of Commencement
May 10 - May 14
-Commencement Ceremonies:
May 14th - May 16th

Customer Service, Must be able to follow oral and written directions, Communicate Effectively, Work as a team,

- A good attitude is a must. A good work ethic is even better. We are looking for folks who are willing and eager to work.
- Any experience in event services, retail, entertainment, amusement park, etc will be considered but is not required.

Applicants must apply online.


PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.


Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.


Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.