Backstage Parking Attendant

Position

Under the direction of the Vis Tix Ticket Office Manager and the House Manager, the Backstage Parking Attendant is responsible for monitoring the backstage parking lot of the Moonlight Amphitheatre; overseeing the entrances and exits of cast, crew, staff, sponsors/donors, and special guests; preparing and completing nightly cone set up; monitoring the parking lot through the entire performance; directing traffic in the upper handicapped parking lot after the show;

enforcing and explaining House Rules and Policies.

Moonlight Stage Productions is a program of the City of Vista's Recreation and Community Services Department - Cultural Arts Division. All those hired will become temporary, part-time employees of the City of Vista.

Examples of Essential Functions

* Sets up backstage parking lot with cones and barricades.

* Monitors who comes in and out of the backstage parking lot, only allowing cast, crew, staff, sponsors/donors, or special guests who are on the nightly list to enter.

* Greets all patrons, particularly sponsors/donors and special guests, in a professional and courteous manner.

* Oversees the taking of tickets.

* Gives nightly ticket count to box office manager.

* Directs patrons to the upper parking lot if not allowed backstage.

* Enforces and explains House Rules and Policies.

* Checks backstage passes, monitors backstage access list.

* Oversees traffic patterns and shuttle bus in the upper handicapped parking lot at the end of the night.

* Directs emergency vehicles to appropriate entrance in event of emergency.

* Assists patrons as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education - Must have graduated from, or be currently enrolled in, an educational institution working to obtain a high school diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.

Experience - Any combination of training and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work cooperatively with the public and employees, in an enthusiastic and constructive manner.

Ability to interact in a calm, pleasant, and constructive manner with audience members.

Ability to engage in physical activity.

Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Other Information

Daily lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds without mechanical assistance.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays, dependent on season program needs. Must be available from June until October, as scheduled, with no vacation leave.