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Manager on Duty, Newman Center for Performing Arts
- 499128
- Denver, CO, Colorado
- Staff Part-Time
- Closing on: Nov 18 2026
The Newman Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver is currently seeking part-time Managers on Duty to assist with the execution of events at the Newman Center.
Position Summary
The Manager on Duty will be responsible for assisting with event management at the Newman Center.
This is a non-benefited, part-time positions not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Essential Functions
- Support the Newman Center with event management functions.
- Serve as client liaison on day of event.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Contribute to a welcoming environment and excellent customer service for all Newman Center clients, participants and patrons.
- General oversight of parking and concessions contracted staff and activities. Ability to balance a cash bank after parking and concessions sales have occurred.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
Required Qualifications
- Prior experience in customer service or retail.
- Ability to work on his/her/their feet for extended periods, navigate stairs and lift up to 25 lbs.
- Basic computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in event management in a performing arts venue preferred.
- Crowd management experience.
Work Schedule
Part-time, hours will vary. Must be available to work primarily nights and weekends.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 11:59 p.m. (MST) November 17, 2026.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for this position is $22.00-$23.00.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.