About the role#
Long Island University is hiring a Federal Work Study Student Worker to support the Tilles Audience Services department. This role involves assisting with event operations, including crowd control, concessions, and box office support. The schedule is flexible, with hours primarily in the evenings and on weekends depending on the performance schedule.
What you'll do#
- Assist managers with crowd control for general performances and VIP events.
- Support bartenders and sell concessions or merchandise during shows.
- Work as a Box Office Associate to ticket guests and troubleshoot e-ticket access.
- Help with setup for each performance, which may include light heavy lifting.
- Maintain cleanliness in the concession stand and kitchen areas before and after events.
- Assist the house manager in guiding patrons out of the theater during emergencies.
- Communicate with guests via phone, email, or in person.
What you'll need#
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft suite.
- A positive attitude and the ability to work as a team player.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Prior customer service or cash-handling experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience with ticketing software or POS systems is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Brookville, New York.
- Compensation: $17 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Work Study Student.
About Long Island University
Long Island University is a private doctoral institution founded in 1926. It operates multiple campuses and serves over 16,000 students through nearly 400 degree programs. The university maintains a staff of 800 full-time faculty members. Its operations include specialized units like LIU Pharmacy and LIU Global, which facilitates study abroad programs in several countries. The institution is based in Brookville, New York.
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