Operations Assistant Part Time

POSITION: Operations Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Operations

CLASSIFICATION: Parttime/ Hourly / NonExempt

SUPERVISOR: Director of Operations

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1947 by Nina Vance the Alley Theatre is a pioneer of regional theatre and one of the leading nonprofit theatre companies in the United States. The Alley has been awarded the prestigious Regional Theatre Tony Award and the Texas Medal of Arts Award. The Alley has transferred productions to Broadway OffBroadway major European Festivals and to 40 American cities. Unique among regional theatres the Alley is committed to maintaining a Resident Acting Company and providing them with work yearround. Nationally recognized directors actors playwrights and designers from across the country have regularly joined the Resident Acting Company.

Rob Melrose Artistic Director at the Alley took over as artistic leader of the organization in 2019. His vision for the future of the Alley is both thrilling and ambitious. His strategic goals include upholding the Alleys artistic excellence keeping longtime Alley Theatre devotees eager to return each season and creating productions and cultivating new audiences.

Rob Melrose Managing Director Dean Gladden and the Alleys leadership team are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves.

JOB STATEMENT

The Operations Assistant works closely with the Director of Operations handling the daytoday operations of the Alley Theatre.

JOB DUTIES

Assist the Operations Team with maintaining the conference and event rooms as well as all kitchens in the facilities.

Assist Reception with processing and sorting mail.

Order build and maintain office furniture

Assist with internal and external event setup and execution.

Cover for Receptionist when necessary

• Archive Maintenance

Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS (SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE):

• Ability to work in a fastpaced energized and quickly changing environment.
• A proactive approach to problemsolving with strong decisionmaking skills.
• Detail oriented able to prioritize efficiently and multitask
• Ability to be selfdirected and take initiative
• Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Understanding of (or a commitment to learning about) historical and institutional racism in the American theatre.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. routinely
• Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment where directions and priorities can change rapidly.
• Typical hours are during the day but the position requires the flexibility to be available for weekend holidays and evening work hours as needed.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation floating holiday and sick time
• 401(k) with matching FSA HRA (Alley paid deductible)
• Free and discounted tickets to Alley Theatre performances
• BiWeekly $4 Discounted Parking.
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee wellness program & EAP
• Houston TX is one of the most affordable cities in the nation with no state or city income tax.

TO APPLY

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