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George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,400 - 29,055; Part time

Job summary

George Washington University is seeking a courteous on-site venue assistant for Foggy Bottom events who can tear or scan tickets, direct patrons to seats, and help keep the house orderly throughout programming. Shifts are nights and weekends, up to 20 hours per week, with duties including guiding patrons to exits at the end of events and, in emergencies, directing patrons to safety.

A positive demeanor and strong customer-service skills are essential, with a required background check prior to

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Tear or scan tickets as assigned.
• Direct patrons to seats and assist with seating as needed.
• Maintain order in the venue during events.
• Direct patrons to the nearest exit at the end of the program.
• Take appropriate action to clear patrons safely from the venue in an emergency.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

Overview

The ideal candidate possesses a pleasant demeanor and good communication skills. Availability to work nights and weekends. Duties include tearing or scanning tickets, directing patrons to their seats, keeping the house orderly during the event, directing patrons to the nearest exit at the end of the program. In the event of an emergency, take appropriate action to clear patrons safely from the venue.

Responsibilities

• Tear or scan tickets as assigned.
• Direct patrons to seats and assist with seating as needed.
• Maintain order in the venue during events.
• Direct patrons to the nearest exit at the end of the program.
• Take appropriate action to clear patrons safely from the venue in an emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.

Position Information

• Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Hiring Range: $17.95
• Employee Onsite Status: On-campus (in person)
• Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
• Job Open Date: 03/25/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.