Usher - Temporary



Usher - Temporary



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Posted Job Title
Usher - Temporary

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
Penn Live Arts (PLA) at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking enthusiastic customer service oriented part-time Ushers to join PLA's Front of House team. 
Ushers play a significant role in the FOH department, offering the highest level of customer service for any patron, artist, client or visiting member of the public.

Job Description

Responsibilities:
 

  • Way finding
     
  • Ticket taking
     
  • Seating patrons
     
  • Passing out programs
     
  • Enforcing theatre/building policies
     
  • Assisting patrons with accessibility needs
     
  • Overseeing load in and load out of Rental set-up
     
  • Other duties as needed

    Qualifications:

    Qualified applicants have a friendly and professional demeanor, excellent customer services skills, enjoying being part of a team, and an ability to multi-task and work well under pressure. PLA events will primarily take place at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, but there may be off-site shifts, as well.

    Usher shifts occur mostly nights and weekends, but availability during the day is a plus. We encourage all applicants with a unique perspective to apply, including Students, Artists, Working Professionals, Career Changers and so forth. We are committed to diversity in all areas both on stage and in Front of House. Please note: The position requires one to stand for long periods of time, may require late nights or weekends and occasional heavy lifting. Parking is not free on the University of Pennsylvania campus.

    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Annenberg Center For Performing Arts

    Pay Range
    $7.25 - $230.00

    Affirmative Action Statement 
    Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Special Requirements 
    Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.


    To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Annenberg-Center/Usher---Temporary_JR00041966-1 





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