Employment Opportunities

The Oxford Performing Arts Center is a dynamic live entertainment venue presenting high-quality arts and cultural experiences for audiences from east Alabama, west Georgia, and beyond.  Explore opportunities to join our passionate and dedicated team.  

Applicants should be committed to providing the highest quality of service to OPAC guests, donors, sponsors, and other stakeholders while being able to work a flexible schedule, which may include many nights, weekends, and some holidays.  All applicants must be able to submit to a background check, undergo a drug test, provide proper identification, be legally able to work in the United States, and have reliable transportation. 

Employment opportunities are available in three primary categories as follows:
 

  • Full-Time (FT)
    Full-time positions include a forty-hour work week which may include normal business hours and nights, weekends, and select holidays as required.  As a department of the City of Oxford, a municipal agency, full-time OPAC employees enjoy a range of excellent benefits, including health insurance, RSA retirement options, paid vacation, and much more.
     
  • Part-Time (PT)  
    OPAC offers a number of part-time roles, which range from four to thirty hours per week, depending on the role. Part-time work is available both during regular business hours and on nights, weekends, and select holidays.  
     
  • Stagehands (PT)
    OPAC presents over 140 performances and events annually.  Several performances such as major rock concerts and Broadway tours require additional stagehands to augment our existing Production Department staff.  Pay is commensurate with experience and applicants should be able to meet or exceed the qualifications. 

Available Positions:

Development

The positions below are supervised by the Director of Development and involve services and work related to donors and fundraising.  Apply Now

Development Event Assistant - PT

General Duties:

  • Welcome top-level sponsors and donors to the Signature Club at the lectern 
  • Provides customers with expedient responses to requests and problems, using a comprehensive knowledge of OPAC performances, policies, and services 
  • Presents a positive, professional, and respectful attitude when engaging donors and sponsors 
  • Performs other related work as needed 

Compensation:

  • The pay rate for the Development Event Assistant position is $16.00 per hour for the first year. If the employee receives a positive evaluation after one year, a raise to $17.50 per hour may be available.  

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a position that is active only on OPAC show days, which can be very sporadic. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable only for individuals seeking extra income, not regular or sustaining income. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule can be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of evening work per show, with four hours being the most common. While the position listed above may have higher hourly rates than some permanent roles, please note that they do not include benefits.


Facilities

The positions below are supervised by the Facility Manager and involve facility maintenance and janitorial service.  Apply Now

Event Parking & Facilities Assistant - PT

This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of guest parking lots for events and along with some light housekeeping duties includes the following primary responsibilities:

  • Deploying and retrieving reserved donor parking signage and other parking signage before and after each performance.
  • Assist with light housekeeping in restrooms and lobbies once a show has begun to ensure a clean and suitable environment for guests.

Requirements:

  • Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
  • Be able to pass a drug test and background check

Qualifications:

  • Ability to provide excellent customer service to all guests and other employees with a friendly and positive attitude.
  • Ability to work on nights and weekends throughout the year.

Physical Demands: 

  • Work is essentially active with consistent standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting up to 75 lbs. Ability to climb several flights of stairs and ladders during a short period of time is also required. Work also requires physical dexterity in the frequent use of hand-eye coordination and manipulative skills using fingers, limbs, and body in the operation of computers and audio console equipment.

Sample Event Day Schedule with a 7:00 pm Performance:

  • 5:00 pm - Set Up all parking signage
  • 5:30 pm - Check all restrooms and lobbies for issues
  • 6:00 pm - Begin managing parking lot access
  • 7:00 pm - Show begins / Begin checking all restrooms and lobbies for issues
  • 7:30 pm - Retrieve all parking signage
  • 8:00 pm - If an intermission occurs, check all restrooms and lobbies after intermission.  
  • 8:30 pm - Assist with post-show cleaning

More Information

This position reports to the Facilities Manager, Joy Sees. For information regarding this position or to apply, contact Joy at 256-862-6966 or by email at jsees@oxfordpac.org.

Housekeeping Assistant - PT

The Oxford Performing Arts Center’s Operations Department is seeking to hire PART-TIME Housekeepers.  Starting pay is commensurate with experience. 


The schedule includes mostly daytime hours, but occasionally nights or weekends throughout a 20-36 hour workweek.


Requirements:

·      Must be able to climb ladders and stairs

·      Must be at least 18 years old

·      Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts as required. 

·      Must be able to work safely and follow policies. 

·      Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.  


Qualifications:

·      High School diploma or GED preferred

·      Experience housekeeping is strongly preferred

·      Must demonstrate a positive work ethic and attitude

·      Must be a self-motivated worker

·      Must be able to behave and dress professionally

 

Responsibilities:

·      General cleaning tasks such as dusting, mopping, sanitizing, vacuuming, and more.  

·      Perform a variety of maintenance tasks.


Hospitality

The positions below are supervised by the Hospitality Manager and involve food and beverage service.  Apply Now

Bartender - PT

General Duties:

  • Maintain current liquor license policy compliance

  • Verify the customer's age

  • Process payment 

  • Make suggestions based on the customer's tastes and preference 

  • Stock and maintain beer and wine coolers 

  • Track and maintain inventory  

  • Interact positively with Patrons

  • Operate the bar within ABC Requirements

  • Calibrate and close cash register 

  • Implement Responsible Serving training

  • Serve wine and beer efficiently 

  • Communicate calmly and effectively to diffuse tense interactions that may occur

  • Maintain a safe and fun atmosphere for both staff and guests

  • Count and close Concession registers 

Compensation:

  • The pay rate for the Bartender position is $16.00 per hour for the first year. If the employee receives a positive evaluation after one year, a raise to $17.50 per hour may be available.  Tips may not be accepted or requested.

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a position that is active only on OPAC show days, which can be very sporadic. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable only for individuals seeking extra income, not regular or sustaining income. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule can be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of evening work per show, with four hours being the most common. While the position listed above may have higher hourly rates than some permanent roles, please note that they do not include benefits.
 

All positions must complete OPAC’s Safe Serv training.  In addition, Bartenders must complete Responsible Vendor Training, and Managers must complete OPAC’s Operational & Customer Management Training. 

Club Bartender & Foodservice Attendant - PT

General Duties:

  • Maintain current liquor license policy compliance

  • Verify the customer's age

  • Make suggestions based on the customer's tastes and preference 

  • Stock and maintain beer and wine coolers 

  • Track and maintain inventory  

  • Interact positively with Patrons

  • Operate the bar within ABC Requirements

  • Complete Responsible Serving training

  • Serve wine and beer efficiently 

  • Communicate calmly and effectively to diffuse tense interactions that may occur

  • Maintain a safe and fun atmosphere for both staff and guests

  • Prepare and display club food within health department guidelines in an aesthetically pleasing way.  

  • Ensure club food is restocked as needed throughout the show

Compensation:

  • The pay rate for the this position is $16.00 per hour for the first year. If the employee receives a positive evaluation after one year, a raise to $17.50 per hour may be available.  Tips may not be accepted or requested.

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a position that is active only on OPAC show days, which can be very sporadic. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable only for individuals seeking extra income, not regular or sustaining income. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule can be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of evening work per show, with four hours being the most common. While the position listed above may have higher hourly rates than some permanent roles, please note that they do not include benefits.
 

All positions must complete OPAC’s Safe Serv training.  In addition, Bartenders must complete Responsible Vendor Training, and Managers must complete OPAC’s Operational & Customer Management Training. 

Concessions Runner - PT

General Duties:

  • Assemble and Fulfil concession orders

  • Interact positively with Sponsors and Patrons 

  • Track and Maintain Concessions inventory 

  • Ability to walk multiple flights of stairs repeatedly over a short period of time

  • Collect waste in the Sponsor Lounge 

  • Maintain a Clean and orderly environment

  • Assist with the clean-up of the Sponsor Lounge 

Compensation:

  • The pay rate for the Concessions Runner position is $16.00 per hour for the first year. If the employee receives a positive evaluation after one year, a raise to $17.50 per hour may be available.  

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a position that is active only on OPAC show days, which can be very sporadic. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable only for individuals seeking extra income, not regular or sustaining income. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule can be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of evening work per show, with four hours being the most common. While the position listed above may have higher hourly rates than some permanent roles, please note that they do not include benefits.
 

All positions must complete OPAC’s Safe Serv training.  In addition, Bartenders must complete Responsible Vendor Training, and Managers must complete OPAC’s Operational & Customer Management Training. 

Concessions & Bar Manager - PT

The Concessions & Bar Manager oversees the show-day operations for the venue's concessions & bar counters and ensures a safe environment and high-quality customer service experience. Under the supervision of the OPAC Hospitality Manager, they also ensure liquor licensing compliance and ensure that staff follow local requirements and proper alcohol distribution regulations. The Concessions & Bar Manager is responsible for tracking and maintaining inventory and training and supervising bar staff.

Duties:

  • Manage and oversee Bar and Concessions operations

  • Track and maintain Concessions and Bar inventory 

  • Ensure that all assigned tasks are fulfilled by bartenders and concessions workers 

  • Calmly and effectively diffuse tense interactions that may occur

  • Ensure that the bar and staff maintain the ABC guidelines 

  • Supervise and assist staff as needed 

  • Interact positively with patrons, staff, and sponsors
     

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
  • Must complete Safe Serv training, Alabama Responsible Vendor training, and OPAC's Operation & Guest Services training programs.
  • The capability of communicating positively and professionally with members of the public, co-workers, and vendors. 
  • Ability to work under pressure during busy event schedules.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to climb several flights of stairs during a short period of time.
  • Ability to handle cash and card payments in accordance with venue policy.  


Compensation:

  • The Concessions & Bar Manager position pay rate is $20.00 per hour for the first year.  If the employee receives a positive evaluation after one year, a raise to $23.00 per hour may be available.  
     

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a position that is active only on OPAC show days, which can be very sporadic. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable only for individuals seeking extra income, not regular or sustaining income. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule can be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of evening work per show, with four hours being the most common. While the position listed above may have higher hourly rates than some permanent roles, please note that they do not include benefits.
 

All positions must complete OPAC’s Safe Serv training.  In addition, Bartenders must complete Responsible Vendor Training, and Managers must complete OPAC’s Operational & Customer Management Training. 

Artist Transportation Driver - PT

The Artist Transportation Driver is responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation for artists visiting OPAC via OPAC's fleet of vehicles. This role includes driving artists to and from airports, local hotels, and the venue, ensuring a timely and comfortable experience for all passengers. Under the supervision of the OPAC Hospitality Manager, the Artist Transportation Driver ensures a professional and positive environment for traveling artists and assists with any transportation-related requests or needs.

Duties:

  • Transport artists and guests to and from designated locations, including airports, hotels, and OPAC.
  • Ensure the comfort, safety, and privacy of all passengers.
  • Coordinate pick-up and drop-off schedules, adhering to strict timelines.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the vehicle used for transportation.
  • Assist artists with luggage and other personal belongings as needed.
  • Report any vehicle maintenance issues or incidents immediately to the OPAC Hospitality Manager.
  • Communicate effectively with OPAC staff regarding arrival and departure times.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 25 years of age.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Demonstrated experience driving professionally or as a designated driver for high-profile guests preferred.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and communicate positively with passengers and OPAC staff.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including very late nights, very early mornings, and holiday weekends based on event schedules.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in case of traffic delays or changes in schedule.
  • Must complete OPAC’s Transportation & Guest Services training programs.

Compensation:

The Artist Transportation Driver position pay rate is $17.00 per hour for the first year. After one year and a positive evaluation, a raise to $18.50 per hour may be available.

Job Listing Disclaimer:

The rate listed above is for a role active only on OPAC show days and related events, with varied scheduling. These roles are not considered regular or permanent employment and are suitable for individuals seeking extra income rather than a primary income source. OPAC averages five shows per month, but this schedule may be affected by holidays and building maintenance. A typical show schedule involves a maximum of four to five hours of work per event, primarily in the evenings.

All Artist Transportation Drivers are required to complete OPAC’s Transportation & Guest Services training.

Marketing

The positions below are supervised by the Executive Director and involve advertisement and outreach.  Apply Now

Director or Marketing & Communications - FT

The Oxford Performing Arts Center located in Oxford, Alabama is a department of the City of Oxford.  Applications are now being accepted by the City of Oxford Civil Service Board for the position of Performing Arts Center Director of Marketing and Communications.

The Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC) in Oxford, Alabama, is a premier venue for high-quality performing arts and cultural experiences in the southeast. Hosting a diverse lineup from Broadway productions to acclaimed concerts, OPAC is dedicated to artistic excellence and community engagement. Join our team to help inspire, entertain, and connect our community through the power of the arts. 


Salary range $57,990.40 – $81,938.92 yearly. You must be 19 years old and have a valid driver’s license to apply, legally authorized to work in the United States, willing to work non-standard hours. A bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications from an accredited institution highly preferred. Five or more years’ increasingly responsible arts and culture, event, or attraction marketing and communications also preferred. Three or more years’ experience with Tessitura software preferred. Strong interest in arts and culture. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in all oral and written forms. Collaborative and collegial in work relationships. Extensive knowledge or ability to develop extensive knowledge in marketing and advertising software and websites.
 
Applications may be obtained at Oxford City Hall, Civil Service Board, 145 Hamric Dr. East, Oxford, Alabama, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or you may download and print an application from this location. All applications will be kept confidential within the Civil Service Board. Contact Kellie Martin, Civil Service Clerk at 256-831-3730
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The deadline for applications will be Friday, November 22, 2024


Production

The positions below are supervised by the Technical Director and involve lighting, sound, video, audio, and rigging work.  Apply Now

Stagehands - PT (Applications Always Open)

General Statement of Responsibilities:

Stagehands are responsible for assisting with the load-in, load-out, and set-up of touring production equipment under the supervision of the Technical Director.  These positions are temporary and work is based solely on the labor requirements for each performance.  

 

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • The capability of communicating positively and professionally with co-workers, and representatives of touring productions. 
  • Ability to work under pressure during busy event schedules.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb several flights of stairs during a short period of time.
  • Ability to follow directions and maintain a safe working environment.  

Compensation:

  • Stagehand position pay is based solely on prior experience.