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Position Title: Ticket Sales Representative (Part-Time)
Reporting to the Director of Ticket Sales and Operations, the Ticket Sales Representative is a member of the Athletic Department's fan engagement and strategic partnerships team. This position is responsible for generating revenue through ticket sales and promotions. This position requires working nights, weekends and occasionally holidays to attend appropriate athletic events.
Candidates must be willing and able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, the Colonial Athletic Association, and the NCAA. If found responsible for a violation of NCAA regulations, will be subject to disciplinary or corrective action, including termination if appropriate. Also, may be responsible for any act or omission that may give rise to a finding that the University has violated an NCAA regulation.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develops and implements comprehensive ticketing sales, service, and retention strategies including outreach initiatives to drive revenue and attendance.
Responsible for the execution of ticket sales efforts for season sales, premium area sales, group ticket sales, and single game ticket sales.
Collaborates with on-campus partners to sell tickets to numerous audiences.
Works with off campus partners, including community groups, non-profit organizations, businesses, and youth organizations, to drive attendance and revenue by selling tickets and promotions.
Assists with the coordination of special ticket promotional events.
Assists in aspects of ticket operations.
Must comply with policies and procedures set forth by Hofstra University, the Colonial Athletic Association, and the NCAA.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Qualifications:
0-2 years of related experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Revenue generation experience, in college athletics preferred.
Experience in sales, marketing and/or ticket sales.
EEO Statement:
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
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