What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Office Assistant -Theatre & Dance POOL position at Inside Higher Ed?
Position OverviewThe ideal candidate will support the Department of Theatre & Dance by performing a variety of administrative and customer service tasks. Responsibilities include general office and reception duties, ticket sales, and serving as house manager during departmental productions. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interact effectively with the public in a fast-paced, creative environment.Job Description40%- General Office & Reception Duties
Answer phones and respond to general inquiries
Photocopy and scan documents as needed
Sort and distribute incoming mail
Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors; provide directions and information30%- Box Office Customer Service
Sell tickets in person and over the phone
Process payments and handle cash accurately
Provide patrons with event information and resolve ticketing issues20%- House Management
Serve as house manager during Theatre & Dance productions
Supervise and train volunteer ushers
Assist professional staff with accessibility needs and ensure patron safety10%- Other Duties as Assigned
Support Departmental Activities And Events As NeededRequired Qualifications
ResumeTo ensure consideration, apply before the application review date, July 21st, 2025. A review of applications will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified.
Contact Information to ApplicantsJack Rischer
jrischer@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range$11.00Anticipated Start DateMonday August 11, 2025Apply to Job
Answer phones and respond to general inquiries
Photocopy and scan documents as needed
Sort and distribute incoming mail
Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors; provide directions and information30%- Box Office Customer Service
Sell tickets in person and over the phone
Process payments and handle cash accurately
Provide patrons with event information and resolve ticketing issues20%- House Management
Serve as house manager during Theatre & Dance productions
Supervise and train volunteer ushers
Assist professional staff with accessibility needs and ensure patron safety10%- Other Duties as Assigned
Support Departmental Activities And Events As NeededRequired Qualifications
- Strong customer service skills as evidenced in application materials or from previous work experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills as evidenced on application materials.
- Interest/experience in theatre, dance and/or other performing arts as evidenced on application materials.
- Retail or other sales experience as evidenced on application materials.
- Federal Work Study eligible preferred.
- This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required:
ResumeTo ensure consideration, apply before the application review date, July 21st, 2025. A review of applications will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified.
Contact Information to ApplicantsJack Rischer
jrischer@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range$11.00Anticipated Start DateMonday August 11, 2025Apply to Job
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