Front of House Coordinator

Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Family support

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences is seeking a Front of House Coordinator for Memorial Hall. You will report to the Production Manager and oversee audience take-in, house management, and coordination of events.

Responsibilities include directing ushers, assisting patrons, coordinating with Box Office and staff, and ensuring safe, quick seating and smooth performances. The role also involves light/audio support and working on-site in Cambridge, with flexibility for evenings, weekends and

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in event execution and house management at a performance venue.
• Experience in the operation of theatrical lighting and audio systems.
• Ability and willingness to regularly work a flexible and varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferably in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Place and instruct ushers; resolve ticket/seating problems and patron complaints in consultation with Box Office staff.
• Assist patrons with special physical needs and/or limitations; enforce fire codes inside and outside the building; and respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate efforts of producers, Box Office staff, ushers, security staff, custodial staff, and technical staff in assuring swift and safe seating of audience, timely start of performance, and safe, clean, and comfortable conditions for patrons and performers.
• Assist the Production Manager in maintaining the theatrical lighting control and audio systems in the Complex, as well as operating the piano and wheelchair lifts in Sanders Theatre.

Skills

Event coordination

Audience management

Emergency response

Flexibility in schedule

Tools

Lighting system operation

Audio system operation

Piano operation

Wheelchair lift operation

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Front of House Coordinator is a member of the Memorial Hall production team, reporting to the Production Manager and performs audience take-in/house management, coordinating, administrative, and technical duties supporting College, University, and external events.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

House Management Responsibilities (approx. 90%)

• Place and instruct ushers; resolve ticket/seating problems and patron complaints in consultation with Box Office staff


• Assist patrons with special physical needs and/or limitations; enforce fire codes inside and outside the building; and respond to emergencies


• Coordinate efforts of producers, Box Office staff, ushers, security staff, custodial staff, and technical staff in assuring swift and safe seating of audience, timely start of performance, and safe, clean, and comfortable conditions for patrons and performers

Technical Responsibilities (approx. 10%)

• Assist the Production Manager in maintaining the theatrical lighting control and audio systems in the Complex, as well as operating the piano and wheelchair lifts in Sanders Theatre

Working Conditions:

The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs and objectives and consistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on-site in Cambridge, MA during term time (first day of classes through commencement), with the exception of student breaks. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details about the College policy will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, stooping, climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications: Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in event execution and house management at a performance venue

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in the operation of theatrical lighting and audio systems


• Preferably in an academic setting


• Ability and willingness to regularly work a flexible and varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week


• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position


• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity


• Other Information: * Experience in the operation of theatrical lighting and audio systems * Preferably in an academic setting * Ability and willingness to regularly work a flexible and varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave


• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one


• Retirement plans with university contributions


• Wellbeing and mental health resources


• Support for families and caregivers


• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement


• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

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