House Manager (OPS Part Time)

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Florida seeks a House Manager (OPS Part Time) to oversee Front of House activities at events, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate is customer service oriented, reliable, and has a flexible schedule for various event times. Previous theater experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are necessary.
• Must have a flexible schedule due to varied event times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Front of House activities at events.
• Supervise usher staff and act as contact for clients.
• Manage compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Friendly and courteous

Positive attitude

Punctual

Reliable

Customer service oriented

Able to prioritize and respond to multiple demands

Able to enforce rules in a diplomatic manner

Job description

Overview

House Manager (OPS Part Time) at University of North Florida

Responsibilities

• Oversee Front of House activities at events hosted in the Fine Arts Centers venues, including the 1300-seat Lazzara Performance Hall and the 700-seat Robinson Theater.
• Supervise usher staff and act as the point of contact for clients during events.
• Coordinate setup and breakdown of activities in the lobby or other front of house areas and manage concession stand operations.
• Communicate with backstage crew throughout events.
• Manage compliance with the theater’s health and safety standards, troubleshoot challenges during events, and greet patrons in a friendly and helpful manner.

Required Qualifications

• Friendly and courteous
• Positive attitude
• Punctual
• Reliable
• Able to prioritize and respond to multiple demands
• Customer service oriented
• Able to enforce rules in a diplomatic manner
• MUST have a flexible schedule – events can be held during daytime, nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Some theater experience desired

Statement(s) of Understanding and Equal Opportunity

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Equal Opportunity: The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. UNF does not discriminate or harass on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity. UNF will not retaliate against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie: UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level and reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.