Company: Oklahoma State Fair, Inc.

Position Title: Ticket Taker

Department: Fairgrounds

Reports To:  Events & Operations Manager

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

• Greet visitors with a courteous and friendly attitude.
• Scan barcode on tickets using electronic scanner.
• Ensure patrons have valid tickets to enter.
• Stamp hands of exiting visitors for same day reentry.
• Enforce ticket rules posted at gate.
• Assist security by being aware and reporting any suspicious or potentially illegal activity or situations.
• Provide and wear the required uniform for every shift.
• Assist in other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Be friendly and professional.
• Calmly and efficiently handle multiple tasks with flexibility as the specific instructions of the job may change from time to time.

General Requirements

• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Speak and read in English.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
• Perform assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
• Some tasks may require lifting, carrying and putting away items weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Prolonged physical exertions may be required including walking, standing, sitting, seeing, hearing, reaching and grasping.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided when requested by a qualified applicant or an employee unless such an accommodation would cause undue hardship for the company.

Benefits & Perks