Employment Opportunities

The Oxford Performing Arts Center is a dynamic live entertainment venue presenting high-quality arts and cultural experiences for audiences from east Alabama, West Georgia, and beyond.  Explore opportunities to join our passionate and dedicated team.  

Applicants should be committed to providing the highest quality of service to OPAC guests, donors, sponsors, and other stakeholders while being able to work a flexible schedule which may include some nights, weekends, and holidays.  All applicants must be able to submit to a background check, undergo a drug test, provide proper identification, be legally able to work in the United States, and have reliable transportation. 

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Employment opportunities are available in five primary categories as follows:
 

  • Full-Time (FT)
    Full-time positions include a forty-hour work week which may include normal business hours as well as nights, weekends, and select holidays as required.  As a department of the City of Oxford, a municipal agency, full-time OPAC employees enjoy a range of excellent benefits including health insurance, RSA retirement options, paid vacation, and much more.
     
  • Part-Time (PT)  
    OPAC offers a number of "permanent" part-time roles which range from ten to thirty hours per week depending on the role.  Part-time work is available both during normal business hours and on nights, weekends, and select holidays.  
     
  • Event Services
    Our Event Services team is the lifeblood of OPAC on show days.  This team primarily works in guest service roles before and during performances and may include concessions, beverage service, and other front-of-house positions.  Working in Event Services is considered temporary work and is based solely on the labor requirements for each performance.  This role is best for those looking for extra employment.
     
  • Stagehands
    OPAC presents over 140 performances and events annually.  Several performances such as major rock concerts and Broadway tours require additional stagehands to augment our existing Production Department staff.  Pay is commensurate with experience and applicants should be able to meet or exceed the qualifications. 

Open Positions

Event Parking & Facilities Assistant

This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of guest parking lots for events and along with some light housekeeping duties includes the following primary responsibilities:

  • Deploying and retrieving reserved donor parking signage and other parking signage before and after each performance.
  • Driving the OPAC parking shuttle before and after each performance. This involves picking guests up at their vehicles and driving them to the entrance of OPAC and likewise returning them to their vehicles at the end of a performance.
  • Assist with light housekeeping in restrooms and lobbies once a show has begun to ensure a clean and suitable environment for guests.

Requirements:

  • Be twenty-one (21) years of age
  • Have a clean driving record
  • Have a valid drivers license
  • Be able to pass a drug test and background check

Qualifications:

  • Ability to provide excellent customer service to all guests and other employees with a friendly and positive attitude.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and professionally.
  • Ability to work on nights and weekends throughout the year.

Physical Demands: 

  • Work is essentially active with consistent standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting up to 75 lbs. Ability to climb several flights of stairs and ladders during a short period of time is also required. Work also requires physical dexterity in the frequent use of hand-eye coordination and manipulative skills using fingers, limbs, and body in the operation of computers and audio console equipment.

Sample Event Day Schedule with a 7:00 pm Performance:

  • 5:00 pm - Set Up all parking signage
  • 5:30 pm - Check all restrooms and lobbies for issues
  • 6:00 pm - Begin driving parking shuttle
  • 7:00 pm - Show begins / Begin checking all restrooms and lobbies for issues
  • 7:30 pm - Retrieve all parking signage
  • 8:00 pm - If an intermission occurs, check all restrooms and lobbies after intermission.
  • 8:30 pm - When show ends, operate parking shuttle for 30 minutes.
  • 9:00 pm - Park shuttle and put on charge.

More Information

This position reports to the Facilities Manager, Joy Sees. For information regarding this position or to apply, contact Joy at 256-862-6966 or by email at jsees@oxfordpac.org.

Event Services - Applications always open

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Members of the Event Services team are primarily responsible for assisting with Guest Services and Front-of-House operations on performance days.  This may include but is not limited to concessions, beverage service, and box office work.  Please note that these positions are temporary and demand is based solely on the venue's labor requirements for each performance.  Event services positions are best suited for students looking for extra employment.  

 

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • The capability of communicating positively and professionally with members of the public, co-workers, and representatives of touring productions. 
  • Ability to work under pressure during busy event schedules.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to climb several flights of stairs during a short period of time.
  • Ability to handle cash and card payments in accordance with venue policy.  

Compensation:

  • Event Services positions are available from $12 to $14 per hour depending on experience.  

Stagehands - Applications always open

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Stagehands are responsible for assisting with the load-in, load-out, and set-up of touring production equipment under the supervision of the Technical Director.  These positions are temporary and work is based solely on the labor requirements for each performance.  

 

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • The capability of communicating positively and professionally with co-workers, and representatives of touring productions. 
  • Ability to work under pressure during busy event schedules.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb several flights of stairs during a short period of time.
  • Ability to follow directions and maintain a safe working environment.  

Compensation:

  • Stagehand position pay is based solely on prior experience.  The minimum pay for Stagehand labor is $12 per hour.  

Housekeeping Assistant

The Oxford Performing Arts Center’s Operations Department is seeking to hire PART-TIME Housekeepers.  Starting pay is commensurate with experience. 


The schedule includes mostly daytime hours, but occasionally nights or weekends throughout a 20-36 hour workweek.


Requirements:

·      Must be able to climb ladders and stairs

·      Must be at least 18 years old

·      Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts as required. 

·      Must be able to work safely and follow policies. 

·      Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.  


Qualifications:

·      High School diploma or GED preferred

·      Experience housekeeping is strongly preferred

·      Must demonstrate a positive work ethic and attitude

·      Must be a self-motivated worker

·      Must be able to behave and dress professionally

 

Responsibilities:

·      General cleaning tasks such as dusting, mopping, sanitizing, vacuuming, and more.  

·      Perform a variety of maintenance tasks.

Assistant Box Office Manager

Starting Date: Immediately
Shift: Part-Time 28-32 Hours per week
Pay: Commensurate with Experience
Reports to: Director of Ticketing and Guest ServicesUnder the supervision of the Director of Ticketing and Guest Services, the Oxford Performing Arts Center’s (OPAC) Assistant Box Office Manager assists customers with Box Office transactions of varying complexity. The Assistant Box Office Manager shall provide high-quality customer service in a timely manner over the telephone, in person, and provide support for online ticket sales using the Tessitura ticketing software. They handle daily account balancing and deposits and lead a team of box office ticket agents. Weekend and evening hours required.  The job performs routine assignments related to the sales of products and/or services.

The preferred candidate shall be highly proficient in Windows based computer programs and be extremely comfortable learning new software and technology.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides customers with expedient responses to requests and problems, using a comprehensive knowledge of OPAC’s performances, policies and services.
  • Presents a highly-positive, professional, and welcoming first impression to customers.
  • Handles daily account balancing and deposits under the supervision of the Director of Ticketing and Guest Services.
  • Must be proactive and forward thinking in all Box Office duties that may arise.
  • Assists other departments by compiling customer data for use in planning, promotions, advertising, and fund raising.
  • Assists in leading a team of box office ticket agents.
  • Gains knowledge of other Front of House job duties and may be asked to cover if necessary.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through <2 years of work experience in a related, customer-facing job discipline
  • Able to pass a criminal background check and drug test
  • Valid Driver’s license required

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

  • Excellent customer service, communication skills and phone etiquette.
  • Attention to details a must.
  • Accurate keyboarding skills.
  • Make accurate financial transactions.
  • Remain pleasant during challenging situations.
  • Highly Proficient in Windows based computer programs.
  • Work efficiently and independently.