Event Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Arts Finance Cohort Full time
Job Overview

Position: Event Support Specialist

Status: Part-Time Casual Employee, as needed per event

Compensation: $15/hr

Work Schedule: Flexible, primarily evenings, weekends, and some holidays

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated individual who excels in customer service and thrives in a vibrant, community-focused arts environment. As an Event Support Specialist, you will be the welcoming face for our patrons, artists, and visitors, ensuring a high-quality experience at our venues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Welcome all guests, ensuring a clean, safe, and inviting atmosphere.
  • Serve as a proactive point of contact for event space renters, addressing inquiries and coordinating assistance as necessary.
  • Assist with event setup and maintain the space throughout the event, including managing audio-visual equipment.
  • Ensure event spaces are clean and stocked with essential supplies, including restrooms.
  • Document audience attendance and gather feedback through surveys.
  • Act as an usher, guiding patrons of varying abilities to their seats.
  • Complete a comprehensive event report at the conclusion of each event.
  • Coordinate and oversee volunteers during events.
  • Track and reconcile box office, concession sales, and donations after each event.
  • Ensure adherence to event safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as required by the event.

Qualifications:

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging, with a focus on valuing differences in race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic status.
  • Experience in cash handling with meticulous attention to detail and security.
  • Personable and professional, comfortable interacting with a diverse range of patrons and artists.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Experience in guiding and working alongside volunteers.
  • Availability for evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
  • Must be at least 18 years old and capable of standing, stretching, bending, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Skills:

  • Interest or background in the performing arts is advantageous.
  • Previous experience in customer service or hospitality.
  • Ability to effectively address patron and artist concerns.
  • Capability to resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.


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