Admissions Assistant

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary admission

Museum events access

20% discount in Museum Store

Job summary

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin seeks an Admissions Assistant to support the Visitor and Volunteer Services Department, delivering welcoming service and processing admissions and memberships onsite.

This full-time, benefits-eligible role includes daily deposits, basic accounting reconciliation, CRM data entry, and collaboration across departments to promote exhibitions and programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year demonstrated experience with clerical functions including ticketing systems or POS.
• Must have accuracy and strong customer service skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional visitor experience and drive membership conversion.
• Check in visitors, process admissions, and promote memberships.
• Handle all point-of-sale transactions (credit cards, cash, coupons).
• Support sales goals through outreach and upselling.
• Process group sales and maintain CRM records with accurate data entry.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

PC/Mac literacy

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tessitura

Altru

Ticketing system

Job description

General Notes

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.

Job Posting Title

Admissions Assistant

Hiring Department

Jack S Blanton Museum of Art

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Sep 01, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2029

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.

There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve. With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.

Benefits-eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to University of Texas at Austin employees. Blanton staff has access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.

The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents. No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community. We invite you to view and apply for this exciting opportunity.

Important to note: this is a three-year position subject to renewal based on funding and performance.

Purpose

The Admissions Assistant is a full-time position that is responsible for assisting in the successful operations of the Visitor and Volunteer Services Department while delivering exceptional customer service to all museum visitors. This role is a key team member tasked with checking in visitors, selling admission tickets and memberships onsite, and providing basic museum information to visitors. Additional duties include compiling deposits and reporting. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Visitor and Volunteer Services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional, welcoming visitor experience that drives repeat visitation, membership conversion, and positive word-of-mouth.


• Check in visitors (individuals and groups), process admissions, and promote memberships and other revenue opportunities.


• Handle all point-of-sale transactions including credit cards, cash, and coupons.


• Actively support sales goals through outreach, upselling, and membership promotion.


• Process group sales and maintain CRM records, ensuring accurate data entry and related administrative support.


• Respond to visitor and member inquiries and resolve issues in person; monitor voicemails online or via email in a professional and timely manner.


• Stay informed on exhibitions, programs, and campaigns to provide accurate information and support promotion efforts.


• Collaborate across departments to encourage membership and enhance visitor engagement.


• Provide visitor service support at the Blanton Museum's Kelly Building (BMK) by standing to greet and direct guests, monitor attendance, and answer visitor questions.


• Assist with “Lost & Found” management, “Kid's box” restocking, and “MakeWild” duties.

• Prepare daily deposits and assist with basic accounting reconciliation.


• Generate and distribute admissions, attendance, and related reports.

• Answer phones and manage departmental messages.


• Support supervision of student workers and volunteers as needed.


• Maintain inventory of printed materials and ensure signage is current and properly displayed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.


• Must be able to work Wednesday through Sunday (non-standard work week). Holiday hours may be required. Additional hours may be required during peak periods and museum events.


• 1 year demonstrated experience with clerical functions to include: ticketing systems, constituent database, cash register, or point of sale equipment.


• Experience in a position that requires a high degree of accuracy; detail-oriented.


• Must enjoy working with public and display strong customer service skills. Ability to be courteous while confidently enforcing museum policies with all visitors.


• Skilled in the use of PC or Mac computers and basic office software (MS Word and Excel).


• Strong, pro-active communication and interpersonal skills (both verbal and written).


• Works well with interruptions and can multi-task.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Art, Art History or Business.


• More than the above 1 year demonstrated experience with clerical functions.


• Experience with Tessitura or Altru database and ticketing system.


• Customer service experience in a box office, hotel, museum, or theater.


• Art museum or K-12 teaching experience.


• General interest and knowledge of the arts, Austin, and UT Austin.

Salary

$40,000

Working Conditions

• Requires working with the public.


• May work around standard office conditions.


• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.


• Must be able to separate ticket stock as needed.


• Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time.

Work Shift

• Wednesday – Sunday (non-standard workweek).


• Holiday hours may be required.


• Additional hours may be required during peak periods and museum events.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV


• Letter of interest


• 3 work references with their contact information including email addresses; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]


• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]


• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.