3rd Assistant Treasurer Flex (Full-Time)
- Employer
- John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Closing date
- Nov 28, 2019
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- Industry
- Nonprofit
- Function
- Administrative
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents more than 2,000 performances each year across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. Diversity is a critical component of our mission, vision, and values. Our staff exhibits a wide variety of perspectives and experiences which enable us to foster and strengthen an environment of diversity and inclusion.
Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Job Description:
The purpose of this position is to sell tickets for all performances within the Kennedy Center and to assist in the overall functions of the Box Office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
70% Sell tickets for all Kennedy Center performances in person at the box office window; process tickets for Instant Charge, web, and mail orders; reconcile all sales, exchanges, and returns at the end of each sales session.
20% Take direction from venue treasurers and perform tasks as assigned.
10% Stay informed of current information pertaining to all Kennedy Center events.
Key Qualifications:
- Ticket sales experience and knowledge of ticketing systems.
- Proven strong customer service orientation as well as a professional demeanor when dealing with the public and with colleagues.
- Written and verbal communication skills and strong basic math skills; proven accuracy and attention to detail.
- Interest in and knowledge of the performing arts.
Company
The Kennedy Center is America's living memorial to President Kennedy and the nation's busiest arts facility. The Center presents and produces a variety of theater, musicals, dance and ballet, orchestral, chamber, jazz, popular, world, and folk music, and multimedia performances for all ages. We are the nation’s beacon for the performing arts, engaging artists and audiences around the world to share, inspire, and celebrate the cultural heritage by which a great society is defined and remembered.
The Center serves as a catalyst among American arts organizations, eager to explore new directions and inspire audiences locally and worldwide. Whether through our NSO In Your Neighborhood initiatives, our expansion of Hip Hop programming, or the carefully curated programs intended to reflect the rich diversity of our culture, we are committed to reaching new audiences through innovative programs.
Through numerous free events, our national impact in arts education, and the diverse array of programs, art forms, and guest artists on our stages, we pride ourselves in reflecting and making a difference in our community and world today. The Kennedy Center is an institution and gathering place where all are welcome. Our expanded programming palette and the ongoing development of our new building expansion, called The REACH, are indicators of a growing, thriving organization. We have named this new extension of our campus The REACH for the words that inspire us: Renew, Experience, Activate, Create, and Honor.
- Website
- http://www.kennedy-center.org/
- Location
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2700 F Street, NW
Washington
DC
20566
US
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