House Manager; Temporary​/Part-time - Osher School of Music

Job Overview

The University of Southern Maine’s Osher School of Music is seeking a temporary/part‑time House Manager for the Fall 2026 semester.

In this role, the House Manager will manage front‑of‑house operations for Osher School of Music performances and events, as well as external rentals for the Crewe Center for the Arts as needed and assigned. The House Manager serves as the primary point of contact for patrons on event nights, overseeing a team of work‑study students and volunteer ushers to ensure a smooth and welcoming concert experience.

• Train and coordinate front‑of‑house student work‑study staff.
• Manage patron flow and seating.
• Liaise with the USM Parking Department to coordinate patron parking logistics.
• Handle post‑concert revenue deposits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patrons on event nights and oversee a team of work‑study students and volunteer ushers.

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Temporary, part‑time, in‑person position on the Portland campus. Pay $22–$25 per hour, depending on experience.

Submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and list of references (for finalists). Applications must be received by June 5, 2026.

We are an equal‑opportunity institution, committed to a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. The System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of employment.

The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469‑5713, by calling , or via TTY at 711.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.