Box Office Manager (Part-Time) in Newport

Newport Part-Time No working from home possible

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Box Office Manager (Part-Time)

About Salve Regina University:

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformative colleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensive Catholic University located in the scenic coastal community of Newport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academic success and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campus into a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking and skill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs in humanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollment includes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:

Oversee Box Office/Ticket sales for all Music, Theatre and Dance events and productions at the Casino Theatre, Megley Blackbox, and Ochre Court.
Ensure Box Office issues are resolved around the clock.
Manage the house during performances.
Assist with coordination of production-related elements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Act as house manager for all events as needed; train and schedule all other house managers, box office staff, ushers and volunteers.
Maintain the Music, Theatre and Dance season calendar; schedule rehearsals and performances so they appear on the University calendar.
Market Music, Theatre and Dance events to audiences beyond Salve through local events calendars and Mailchimp e-blasts.
Communicate with university offices including Marketing & Communications, Safety & Security, and University Events and Conference Services as needed.
Schedule equipment load-ins and loadouts, piano moves and tunings, ushers, parking, security, concessions, and custodial coverage for rehearsals and events.
Communicate building, event, and life safety policies and procedures.
Complete additional duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Approximately up to 20 hours/week during the academic year not including holidays or winter break. October - May.

Requirements:

Required:

Associate's degree in theatre or dance.
House management experience.
Ability and willingness to regularly work a flexible and varied schedule including evenings and weekends.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to problem solve and work with people.
Ability to maintain organization, strict accuracy and be detail-oriented.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as with others and be self-motivated.

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in theatre or dance preferred.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University strives to provide equal opportunity in employment and education to all employees, students and applicants. No employee, student or applicant shall be discriminated against or harassed on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal or state law, in the administration of Salve Regina's employment policies, education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University administered programs. In accordance with Title IX, it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any of its educational programs or activities. Salve Regina is also committed to making its programs and campus accessible to its visitors and compliant with all applicable non-discrimination laws.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.

Please provide three professional references (1 current/former supervisor, 2 colleagues). If you are selected as one of our finalists applicants for the position, we will request the referee's you listed in your application to complete a reference screening form. By adding your referee's contact information below, you consent to allow Salve Regina University to contact your referee's for written references.

URL: www.salve.edu