Overhire Operations Assistant

Alley-Theatre; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free and discounted tickets to Alley!

Discounted Parking ($4 Bi-weekly)

Job summary

The Alley Theatre in Houston, TX is seeking an Overhire Operations Assistant for a seasonal role. The position supports the Director of Operations and handles day-to-day event coordination, room upkeep, and kitchen maintenance across the facilities.

Key duties include assisting with event setup and execution, covering Receptionist duties when needed, and taking on additional tasks as assigned. The role requires agility, teamwork, and a willingness to work daytime, weekend, and evening schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, energized and quickly changing environment.
• Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations Team with maintaining the conference and event rooms, as well as all kitchens in the facilities.
• Assist with internal and external event setup and execution.
• Cover for Receptionist when necessary.
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Deadline management

Job description

Job Details Job Location: 615 - Houston, TX 77002 Position Type: Seasonal Salary Range: $15.00 POSITION: Overhire Operations Assistant

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1947 by Nina Vance, the Alley Theatre is a pioneer of regional theatre, and one of the leading nonprofit theatre companies in the United States delivering world class theater on its two stages and through its education and community engagement work. The Alley has been awarded the prestigious Regional Theatre Tony Award and the Texas Medal of Arts Award. The Alley has transferred productions to Broadway, Off-Broadway, major European Festivals, and to 40 American cities. Unique among regional theatres, the Alley is committed to maintaining a Resident Acting Company and providing them with work year-round. Nationally recognized directors, actors, playwrights, and designers from across the country have regularly joined the Resident Acting Company.

Led by Artistic Director Rob Melrose and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein, the Alley focuses on delivering excellent programming to inspire and enchant lives through theater and prioritizes creating a welcoming environment for all.

JOB STATEMENT

The Overhire Operations Assistant works closely with the Director of Operations handling the day-to-day operations and event execution of the Alley Theatre.

JOB DUTIES

• Assist the Operations Team with maintaining the conference and event rooms, as well as all kitchens in the facilities
• Assist with internal and external event setup and execution.
• Cover for Receptionist when necessary
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.

QualificationsREQUIREMENTS (SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE)

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, energized and quickly changing environment.
• Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills. Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. routinely
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where directions and priorities can change rapidly.
• Position requires the flexibility to be available for daytime, weekend, and evening work hours as needed.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Free and discounted tickets to Alley Theatre performances
• Discounted Parking ($4 Bi-weekly)

Alley Theatre is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

The Alley Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.