Current Open Positions
President and CEO
The President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic leadership and community engagement as The Hobby Center continues its exciting path forward. The CEO will be the organization’s primary spokesperson in advancing its public image and increasing brand awareness regionally and nationally. The CEO will actively engage in the cultivation and stewardship of donors and foster authentic, collaborative, and meaningful relationships. Partnering with resident companies and other organizations throughout the Houston community and nationally, the
CEO will advance programmatic and operational goals with clarity on how those initiatives also embed equity, diversity, and inclusion in an organization that exists in one of the most diverse cities in America. The CEO will work with the board and experienced staff members to expand access, leverage earned revenues, increase contributed revenues, and evolve education and community engagement programs while overseeing cost-effective management of human, financial, and technological resources.
Full job description and application information here: President and CEO Position Announcement
Floor Captain
| Title: | Floor Captain |
| Classification: | Part-time 20-30 hours weekly based on event schedule |
| Pay Range: | Starting at $11.50/hour |
| Department: | Operations |
| Reports to: | Audience Services Manager, House Manager, and Assistant House Manager |
| Location: | Houston, TX |
| Position Available: | Immediately |
| Application Deadline: | Open until filled |
| Click here to apply: | APPLY |
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is seeking part-time staff for seasonal employment. The Floor Captain serves as a liaison between Hobby Center patrons and facility management. Their responsibilities include providing exemplary service to Hobby Center patrons, the orientation and supervision of volunteer ushers and enforcing theater policies at all Hobby Center events. Preferred candidates will have experience in customer service and staff/volunteer supervision. Knowledge and/or experience in performing arts or venue management are a plus.
Candidates should possess an above and beyond work ethic, be a natural leader with an exemplary professional demeanor. In addition, outstanding customer service, organizational management and communication skills to ensure an exceptional guest experience at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts are required. Duties include but are not limited to:
- A leader in all front-of-house event management for all events at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts managing a volunteer staff of 30+ and crowds between 100-2650 guests at any given time.
- Work with various venue staff and vendors, including Backstage, Security, Box Office, resident companies, and concessions.
- Practice and lead patron safety with our staff and volunteers at all times for all venues, from understanding the current ADA policy, to preparing plans for patron access, and managing safety throughout the event.
- Build strong guest relationships through exemplary customer service.
- Complete all paperwork necessary to record and document patron, staff, or volunteer involvement during a performance.
- Maintain all required training including Trained Crowd Manager Certification and CPR certification.
- Attend regular staff meetings which focus on team performance.
Please submit inquiries and resumes directly to steve@thehobbycenter.org.
Ticket Agent (Posted 12.01.21)
| Title: | Ticket Agent |
| Classification: | Part-time 10-30 hours weekly based on event schedule |
| Pay Range: | Starting at $11.00/hour |
| Department: | Box Office |
| Reports to: | Box Office Manager, Ticketing Services Manager |
| Location: | Houston, TX |
| Position Available: | Immediately |
| Application Deadline: | Open until filled |
| Click here to apply: | APPLY |
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is seeking part-time staff for employment. The Ticket Agent provides exemplary customer service to our Hobby Center patrons by selling tickets and assisting with any necessary information.
Preferred candidates will have experience in customer service. Knowledge of Ticketmaster and/or Tessitura as well as experience in performing arts box office are a plus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answer incoming calls regarding Hobby Center events
- Sell single tickets and subscriptions at the box office
- Exchange tickets for season subscribers
- Reconcile cash drawer at the end of each shift
- May perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Calculate mathematical computations and handle financial transaction accurately in a fast paced environment
- Follow all policies/procedures, risk management, health and safety protocols, rules, regulations and emergency procedures established at the facility
- Demonstrate ability to carry out tasks in a reliable, productive and expedient manner
- Maintain an effective working relationship with patrons, clients, employees and others
- Maintain a customer service oriented attitude
- Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to events and may include day, evening, weekends and holidays. Day time availability preferred
- Must be able to work a minimum of 2-3 shifts per week as venue schedule dictates
Education/Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Box office or guest services background preferred
- Cash handling experience preferred
Computer Skills
Operate computerized ticketing system and standard office equipment
Please submit inquiries and resumes directly to svoight@thehobbycenter.org.
