Job Description

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POSITION TITLE:
Assistant to the Director, Marietta Performing Arts Center
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Director of Marietta Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Classified
219 day Employee-at-Will
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Flexible schedule applied on occasion
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Graduate required
Associates Degree or higher in a related field preferred
Experience:

• Customer service experience (1 year or more)

• Events coordination experience desired (1 year or more) Scheduling and personnel experience desired (1 year or more)

• Theater knowledge/experience preferred to include any of following:

• Front of House (Lobby, Box Office, Concessions)

• Patron Services (Ushering, General Patron Care) Facility/Stage set ups and break downs

• Technical Elements (Sound, Lights)

• Facility maintenance and care

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Event coordination and support services
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.

• Assist MPAC Director with client contacts and meetings to include tours, contract meetings, event planning/coordination, and follow up.

• With MPAC Director, maintain and update MPAC calendar for school district and private events.

• Assist MPAC Director in vision, mission, and development of MPAC facility and event services to achieve goal of continuous improvement.

• Assist MPAC Director with MPAC image, branding, promotion, networking, website and social media.

• Oversee select events assigned by MPAC Director to include:

• Planning, coordination, execution, and oversight.

• Event set up (lobby, house, stage, backstage)

• Scheduling and oversight of student staff (Box Office, Concessions, Ushering)

• Scheduling and oversight of custodial staff

• Scheduling and oversight of technical staff (Sound, Lights)

• Scheduling and oversight of security staff

• Preparing cash tills, final count, and securing cash after event

• Event break down and reset

• Willing/able to be trained on basic sound and light operation for purpose of supporting simpler events (meetings, assemblies, presentations) when appropriate and manageable.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Teachable - willing and enthusiastic to learn and grow in the position.

• Team player - able to effectively collaborate on work efforts with others.

• Strong people skills, consistent demeanor, and a positive attitude.

• Strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to accomplish tasks.

• Physically able to perform duties to include assisting with facility set ups and break downs (able to be on feet for long periods of time, able to lift 50 lbs, etc.)

• Computer skills/experience - preferably in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher) and general data entry.

• Able to work a flexible schedule. Most often on evenings and weekends, especially during busy seasons (October - December, March - May)

• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize, organize, and efficiently carry out tasks.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry instructional materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.

• Dexterity to write on a board, operate a computer, and use other classroom technology.

• Occasional bending, stooping, and reaching.

• Clear speech and hearing abilities for effective communication.

• Visual acuity to read printed and digital materials.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
The Board of Education of the City of Marietta does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or gender in its employment practices, student programs, and dealings with the public.

Skills Required