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Roosevelt University

Front of House Manager, Auditorium Theatre

Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Position Title

Front of House Manager, Auditorium Theatre

Category

Administrative

Position Number

A99736

Posting Number

S0001188

Location

Chicago

Open Date

07/19/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes

Job Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

The Auditorium Theatre, an Illinois not-for-profit organization, is committed to presenting the finest in international, cultural, community, and educational programming to Chicago and to the continued restoration and preservation of the National Historic Landmark Auditorium Theatre.

The Auditorium Theatre thrives on the shared humanity that the performing arts provides. We are at our best when our leadership, partnerships, and the work we present on our stage reflects the world around us and the audiences that walk through our doors. Core to this belief is a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are dedicated to leveraging the transformative power of the arts to fully become the Theatre for the People.

The Front of House Manager is responsible for managing all Front of House operations and the Historic Landmark Tour operations. This role will ensure a high caliber guest experience for all Theatre guests, will address, document, and resolve all guest concerns and emergency situations, and will manage, mentor, and support the Front of House team. This position supervises up to 75+ part-time staff per season. This is a full-time, at-will, exempt position located in Chicago. Salary range: $55-65k annually.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge and 8+ years of experience with front of house operations and practices within a large Theatre environment

Solid working knowledge of Tessitura, AXS, and Ticketmaster ticketing software

Supervision and management of large diverse staff

Available to work a flexible schedule, including evening, weekend, and Holiday hours

Proven team building skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Solid organizational skills

Highly computer literate

Independent problem solving and multitasking skills in a fast-paced, high energy, artistic environment

Strong spirit of optimism and collaboration.

Active commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA)

Years of Experience Required

8-10

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Qualifications

See knowledge skills and abilities above.

Working Conditions

Standard Office Working Environment and Public-facing among Theatre audience

Departmental Contact Information

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