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STUDENT: Ticket Office Agent
- Minnesota, United States
- Student Employee
Title: STUDENT: Ticket Office Agent
VP Area: VP - CFO
Department: Events Services
Position Compensation: $11.80 - $13.50 per hour
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota
Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.
Position Summary:
Assist customers with purchasing tickets for various on and off campus events.
Hours per week: 5-15
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional customer service to patrons in person, by phone, and through email, assisting with ticket purchases, event information, and general inquiries.
- Process ticket sales, exchanges, and will-call distribution accurately using ticketing software and established procedures.
- Support ticket office operations during campus and community events, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Maintain knowledge of campus events, venues, and ticketing policies to assist customers effectively.
- Respond to incoming phone calls, emails, and online inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Assist with general administrative and clerical tasks, including record keeping, data entry, and office organization.
- Manage Lost and Found processes, helping to document, store, and return items to customers when possible.
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.
Qualifications:
- Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
- Have strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Key Skills:
- Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
- Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
- Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
- Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
- Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
- Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
- Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.
All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.