Overview
Part Time Box Office Clerk Jobs in Elgin, USA at City of Elgin, IL
Salary: $16.94 – $20.59 Hourly
Location : Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL
Job Type: Part Time
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Department: Cultural Arts and Special Events
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Box Office Clerk for The Hemmens Cultural Center, a City-owned and operated facility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include:
- Serving as Box Office Clerk and receptionist
- Selling tickets to events using computerized ticketing system
- Preparing and maintaining files and records
- Handling cash, check and credit card transactions
- Answering box office and general facility phones
- Answering patron’s questions regarding upcoming events including but not limited to: tickets, performance times and details, directions to theatre, local restaurants, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- The ideal candidate will be personable with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic accounting skills
- Service oriented and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and electronic mail systems is required.
- Previous experience in the box office of a comparable live entertainment venue is preferred.
- Previous experience with Seat Advisor Box Office, Ticket Search and/or Theatre Manager software a plus.
- High school diploma or GED (copy must be provided with application) is required.
- Applicants must pass a background investigation, criminal history record check and drug test.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Hours:
Varied, Monday through Friday plus some evenings and weekends; 19 to 25 hours per week
City of Elgin provides all part-time employees with the following benefits:
- Membership discount at the Centre of Elgin
- Employee Assistance Program available to the employee and all members of their household for free
- In-house Training Opportunities
- Flu Shot (during our fall event only)
In addition, to the above, for those part time employees working in the Parks and Recreation Department, you have the following additional benefits:
- 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes & Rentals (some restrictions may apply)
- 25% off Parks and Recreation Classes for Immediate Family Members (some restrictions may apply)
- Free Employee Fitness Silver Membership
- The opportunity to be apart of the “Heart of the Community”
Title: Part Time Box Office Clerk
Company: City of Elgin, IL
Location: Elgin, USA
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