Business Manager

Showtimers Community Theatre is looking for a theatre enthusiast to be our permanent Theatre Operations Manager. This role is an hourly part-time position. The theatre manager is an essential part of Showtimers that ensures all building and operational concerns are handled smoothly and efficiently, including customer service, event management, and volunteer/staff supervision. This leadership role requires excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for delivering quality theatre experiences to all.

This is a paid position at a nonprofit community theatre. Pay is $15.50 per hour for ~20 hours each week, 30 during show weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Professional and efficient customer service for members and patrons.
• Answering emails, paper mail, and voicemails by providing friendly and accurate information.
• Opening the box office during reasonable business hours and managing access to the theatre building and assets for members and patrons.
• Maintaining safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the building as a whole.
• Addressing maintenance issues and notifying the board as they arise.
• Maintaining all supplies and necessary equipment or materials.
• Ordering scripts and rights from publishing houses and returning them when necessary.
• Managing event creation and ticket sales.
• Supervising and training the theatre's House Manager.
• Maintaining full knowledge of Showtimers events, shows, and volunteer opportunities and assisting with publicity.
• Keeping clear paths of communications with the board of directors and committee chairs.
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, revenue, and expenses, including regularly meeting with the treasurer and ensuring bills are paid.
• Attending monthly board meetings.
• Other related operational duties as required.

Training:

The Business Manager will get paid training for the responsibilities of the role as well as on our TIX point of sale and check-in system.

Qualifications:

• Capable of correct usage of office equipment.
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in money handling procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience managing others and/or maintaining buildings preferred.
• Basic budgeting and data analysis/reporting skills.
• Understanding of non-profit organizations.
• The ability to routinely climb, crouch, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• A passion for community theatre and bringing quality art to all.

Showtimers has been a part of the Roanoke valley community for over 70 years. Our volunteers are passionate about quality theatre and serving our community. If you are interested, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for a further interview.

Schedule:

• Expected hours: ~20 per week, expected 30 hours on show weeks
• 4 hour shift on Monday to Friday, flexible on start time; Willing to discuss 4 5-hour days if preferred during non-show weeks
• Required monthly board meeting is usually on a Sunday afternoon

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person

Pay: $15.50 per hour

Paid Training

Urgently Hiring

Competitive compensation based on experience

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)
• Property maintenance: 1 year (Required)
• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Roanoke, VA 24018 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16