Part-Time Box Office Attendant
Job Title: Part-Time Box Office Attendant
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (W-2), At-Will
Hours: Minimum 20 hours per week
Seasonal Term: May 1st – September 15th, 2026
Schedule: Variable; includes day, evening, and weekend shifts
Position Summary
The Box Office Attendant serves as a front-line representative for our organization, providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role is responsible for handling ticket sales, responding to customer inquiries, and supporting box office operations during scheduled shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Sell tickets in person during assigned box office shifts
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to emails in a timely and professional manner
- Provide accurate information regarding events, ticketing policies, and venue details
- Process payments and maintain accurate transaction records
- Assist patrons with ticket-related questions or issues
- Maintain a welcoming, professional, and calm demeanor in a sometimes chaotic environment
- Learn and effectively use box office and ticketing systems
- Support additional box office or event-related tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Personable, customer-focused, and professional demeanor
- Ability to remain calm, flexible, and organized in a fast-paced setting
- Willingness to learn new systems and procedures
- Reliable and punctual with the ability to work a flexible schedule
- Basic computer skills and comfort with email, phone systems, and point-of-sale software
- Prior customer service or box office experience is a plus, but not required
Additional Requirements & Expectations
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during scheduled shifts
- Ability to handle cash and operate point-of-sale equipment accurately
- Ability to work effectively in a busy, occasionally noisy environment
- Maintain confidentiality of customer and payment information
- Resolve basic customer concerns professionally and escalate issues as needed
- Represent the organization positively and professionally at all times
Work Environment
- Active and sometimes high-volume customer service setting
- Interaction with a wide range of patrons, staff, and volunteers
Employment Terms
- At-will employment; either party may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice
- Continuation beyond the seasonal term is not guaranteed and will be based on organizational needs