Job Posting for Director of Ticketing Operations at College of Charleston
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director of Ticketing Operations
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
4
Level
5
Department
Athletic Staff-EandG
Job Purpose
Director of Ticketing Operations will oversee all aspects of the Athletic Box Office and Ticket Operations for TD Arena and Patriots Point facilities which includes generating new revenue and servicing existing accounts. The Director will be integral in the development of ticket sales & service strategies. This position requires someone who is highly motivated to contribute to the overall ticket sales & service efforts and passionate about development and making contributions to the external team.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in business, sports administration, marketing, communications, advertising or another related field.
Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in college sports marketing and promotions is preferred. Knowledge and experience in Paciolan or comparable ticketing software is required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Our ideal candidate will be outgoing, organized, detail oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Must have the ability to make outbound ticketing sales calls
Ability to organize and supervise game day and seasonal workers
Strong interpersonal skills and must maintain positive relationships with colleagues, fans, donors, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Problem solver, self-starter, and intrinsically motivated. Proactive thinking with interest in developing and executing new ideas is necessary.
Willing to work in a team atmosphere where expectations are set and managed while giving staff flexibility to do their assigned tasks as both a leader and/or a follower
Experience with Paciolan ticketing software or a comparable software. Ability to build out season, events, games, etc..
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Comments Regarding Position
This position will require night and weekend availability as well as the ability to lift at least 30 pounds. Very occasional overnight travel required.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary
$38,362 -$53,000
Posting Date
05/21/2024
Closing Date
06/07/2024
Benefits
Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2024080
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Job Duties
Activity
1. Implement and manage all aspects of the College of Charleston Athletic Ticket Office which entails all ticket sales for athletic ticketed events. Work in collaboration with our Director of Marketing to develop strategies to increase ticketing revenue, both season and single game sales. Make outbound sales calls, interact with community organizations to enhance group sales, and manage our third party vendors to maximize ticket revenue. Supervise all hosted NCAA post season ticketed events for all sports.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
30
Activity
2. Manage our relationship with Paciolan and ensure we are following industry best practices. Set up all events and build ticket manifests in Paciolan ticketing system. This includes printing and distribution of season tickets, mini plans, and single game tickets. Manage mobile ticket formatting and other functionalities. Manage student ticketing policy and entrance for Men’s Basketball.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Activity
3. Manage season ticket invoicing process for Men’s Basketball and Baseball. Implement and create ticket office policies, procedures and Ticket Office operational and sales calendar yearly. Reconcile and deposit all ticket office revenue, prepare daily, monthly, and yearly sales reports. Provide external team with attendance reports.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
4. Recruit, hire, train and manage game day and seasonal staff. Lead the day-to-day operations and oversee a part-time ticketing / marketing assistant.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
5. Manage all ticketing aspects of the ESPN Charleston Classic and other applicable post season events. Additional compensation will be provided for working the ESPN Charleston Classic.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
6. Field inbound ticket sales calls or customer inquiries, provide exceptional customer service and resolve customer issues regarding ticket sales, event details, priority seating, mobile tickets, and other disputes. Work in the box office for men’s basketball, baseball and assigned post-season events.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
7. Oversee scanning equipment and software. Collaborate with Information Technology staff to install and maintain ticket equipment, computers, and phones for all ticket office areas.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
5
Activity
8. Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director of Athletics. Collaborates with the Compliance Office regarding NCAA rules and policies including reporting requirement to make a determined effort to ensure that staff and teams are in compliance.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
5
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