VU
Administration/Managerment

Assistant House Manager

Deadline
Mar 05, 2027
Closing in 137 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

Assistant House Manager
  • Jobs
  • Login
  • Back to all jobs

    Assistant House Manager
  • 11-Aug-2026 to Until Filled (EST)
  • Conservatory for the Performing Arts
  • La Crosse, WI, USA
  • Part Time
  • Email Me Similar Jobs Email Me This Job

    Viterbo University Fine Arts Center is seeking a part-time Assistant House Manager to support front-of-house operations for Fine Arts Center performances and special events. This position helps ensure a safe, welcoming, and professional experience for patrons, artists, volunteers, staff, and guests across Fine Arts Center venues, including the Main Theatre, Black Box, Recital Hall, and, as assigned, the Weber Center for the Performing Arts.

    Responsibilities:

  • Assist with house management services for presenting series performances, Conservatory productions, university lectures, academic events, recitals, and external rental events.
  • Serve as House Manager for events in the Main Theatre, Black Box, Recital Hall, and Weber Center for the Performing Arts as assigned.
  • Open, prepare, and close lobby and front-of-house areas before and after events, including preparing scanners, radios, and other necessary event materials.
  • Provide leadership and work direction to ushers, student staff, greeters, merchandise sellers, and other front-of-house personnel.
  • Conduct pre-event usher meetings and ensure staff and volunteers understand event expectations, safety rules, emergency procedures, and patron service protocols.
  • Oversee front-of-house operations during performances, including lobby coverage, event start timing in coordination with production staff, intermission support, merchandise sales or settlement, and building closeout.
  • Respond promptly and courteously to patron concerns, accessibility needs, and customer service issues while upholding university policies and Fine Arts Center expectations.
  • Work with Box Office staff to help ensure patrons with accessibility needs are accommodated.
  • Support the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of patrons by remaining visible, attentive, flexible, and professional throughout events.
  • Coordinate and execute emergency and evacuation procedures when necessary.
  • Make pre-show or intermission announcements when needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Rental and Operations Manager, or Director of the Fine Arts Center.
  • Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Two or more years of experience in a face-to-face customer service setting or comparable position required.
  • Experience working or volunteering in a performing arts theatre is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work Part-time, on call/as needed; schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Skills:

  • Strong customer service, communication, and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to lead, direct, and support individuals of all ages with professionalism and confidence.
  • To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy., CV/resume, and three professional references.

    Alignment : Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

    Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

    Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders, we hold the following core values:

  • Contemplation , reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
  • Hospitality , welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
  • Integrity , striving for honesty in everything we say and do
  • Service , working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
  • Stewardship , practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust
  • About the University: Viterbo University is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic, Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant, welcoming community, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation, arts and culture. Together, Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live, work, and make a difference.

    Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

    The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IX's mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students, employees, applicants for employment, and other persons in all aspects of the university's programs, activities, and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator, to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, or to both.

    Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at www. viterbo.edu/titleix.

  • Apply Now
  • Fields Are Required

  • What is your full name?

    First Name

    Last Name

    How can we contact you?

    Email

    Phone Number

    Number Type

    What is your preferred method of communication?

    Please indicate if you agree to isolved Talent Acquisition's Applicant Communication Policy.

    I agree to isolved Talent Acquisition's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

    Apply for this Position

  • Sign Up For Job Alerts!
  • Name

  • You must type a name.

    Email

    You must type a valid email.

    Location (city, state or zip code)

    You must select a location.

    Accept Terms of Service I agree to the terms of service and privacy policy.

    You must accept the terms of service and privacy policy.

    Would you like Refer.io to send you similar jobs from other employers?

    Please type the job title you are interested in:

    Job title

    You must type a job title.

    We'll send some jobs to you in the next 30 minutes. If you don't see them, check your spam folder.

    Resume Input

    Select file Resume File

    You must select a file.

    Thank you for subscribing to receive job alerts.

    You should start receiving emails in the next week.

    Your file is uploading. Please wait a few seconds.

    Enter your phone number if you'd like to receive job alerts for in via text message.

    Phone number

    You must type a phone number.

    Please indicate if you agree to Refer.io's Subscriber Communication Policy.

    Please indicate if you agree to Refer.io's Subscriber Communication Policy.

    You must agree to our Subscriber Communication Policy in order to receive text messages from Refer.io.

    Refer.io can assist in your job search. Please answer the following questions to amplify your search results.

    Education status

    You must select an education status answer.

    Work status

    You must select a work status answer.

    Job search status

    You must select a job search status answer.

    Seeking for

    You must select a seeking status answer.

    Job type

    You must select a job type answer.

    powered by Refer.io Refer.io

  • Resources
  • 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
  • Administrative and Hourly Positions
  • Faculty Positions
  • Adjunct Faculty Positions
  • About La Crosse
  • Campus Map
  • Holiday Schedule
  • Follow Us On Social Media Share This Job

    Hiring Software Maintained by isolved Talent Acquisition - © 2026

    Refresh

    How to apply

    Read the full posting, then apply through the employer's own site. Applications are handled by the institution, not by AcademicGates.