Town Hall’s part-time and seasonal Event Staff position supports the House Manager in managing day-of-show logistics at Town Hall events. Working as a member of the production team, the Event Staff are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and customer service-oriented environment for our patrons. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Production. Shifts vary but are typically 4-6 hours in length. Shift duration and frequency is based on event needs. Evening and weekend hours are required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
- Maintain presentable condition of building interior, venues and lobbies, restrooms, waste receptacles, etc.
- Work with a coordinated team to ensure that the building is clean, safe, and event-ready, which may at times include interacting with the unhoused community in our neighborhood.
- Set-up and strike furniture.
- Set up and operate Town Hall cafés for pre/post and intermission refreshment sales.
- Assist the House Manager in emergency situations involving building occupants.
- Assist members of the public with a variety of special needs and enforce health and safety guidelines as needed.
- Actively engage in work with a positive attitude as a member of the Town Hall team. Ensure that all interactions are culturally responsive, respectful, and based on the foundation of Town Hall’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility.
- Assist in training new event staff by shadowing, answering questions, offering guidance as able.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of one year of experience in customer service role, preferably in an events-related capacity
- Ability to work a schedule as assigned by Production leadership and as dictated by the monthly event calendar (typically 10- 20 hours per week) and ability and willingness to work long hours when necessary
- Must be able to work a varied and flexible schedule including evenings and weekends (minimum of two weekends per month)
- Ability to work quickly and independently, to think clearly under pressure, and to maintain a calm and friendly demeanor when dealing with the public. Ability to consistently display a positive, friendly, and energetic attitude, as well as professional appearance.
- A current Washington State Food Handler’s Permit and MAST alcohol server’s permit (may be obtained after hire).
- Ability to handle cash and reconcile shift cafe sales earnings
- Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn point of sale interfaces and software applications
- Familiarity with aspects of event production preferred (e.g., lighting, sound, audio/visual, staging, etc.)
- Punctual and dependable
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., and work on one’s feet for several hours at a time navigating stairs easily and standing or walking 75% of the time
- Ability to work a schedule as assigned by Production leadership and as dictated by the monthly event calendar (typically 10- 20 hours per week) and ability and willingness to work long hours when necessary
- Must be able to work a varied and flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
- Enthusiasm for the performing arts, cultural advocacy, and books
- Able to work in an environment where a variety of diverse perspectives and viewpoints are presented.
- Alignment with and commitment to Town Hall Seattle’s mission.
COMPENSATION AND STRUCTURE
- Starting hourly rate is $22/hour and the position is non-exempt
- This position is intermittent and seasonal, from September-June, with potential limited summer hours
- Paid sick and safe time, per Washington state law
- Meal stipend based on shift eligibility
- Subsidized ORCA card for travel to and from shifts
TO APPLY
Submit cover letter and resume to jobs@townhallseattle.org, with “Event Staff: Name” in the subject line.
Applications are requested by July 24, 2026. Positions will remain open until filled.
Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates more frequently do not apply to a job because they don’t feel that they meet all the qualifications listed. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and lived experience, even if you have most but not all the qualifications listed above. If you feel passionate about our mission and believe that you have the skills to contribute to the growth of our organization, we want to hear from you.
Town Hall Seattle is an equal opportunity employer. Town Hall Seattle was founded to be an accessible shared resource for the community: a place where everyone is welcomed, represented, and valued regardless of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, religion, disability, size, or class. Please see our full racial equity statement here.