Part-Time Usher

Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is a major public library system in Brooklyn, serving a diverse community. We are seeking part‑time ushers (up to 19 hours per week) to support our events at Dweck Center, Center for Brooklyn History, and the Library for Arts & Culture. Hourly pay is $17.00. Responsibilities Know and understand Dweck Center, CBH and Library for Arts and Culture policies and procedures (e.g., seating, food and beverage, behavior, restrooms, emergency exits/evacuation procedures) Pre‑performance/event: Attend occasional ushers’ meetings to discuss event details Assist with event set up (onstage and green‑room catering, book‑signing tables and lines, stand‑by line and other setups as required) Print program notes, prepare and fold programs, inserts and other event giveaways; distribute programs and fliers to audience members Check‑in registered patrons and manage stand‑by line while assisting with the overall capacity/headcount Greet patrons, answer wayfinding questions, and provide general information about BPL Presents programming and BPL as needed Assist with coat check as needed Assist patrons with seating and problem‑solve any seating‑related issues During performance/event: Conduct late seating as required Monitor physical surroundings throughout the Dweck auditorium and report any potential disturbances to BPL Presents staff and/or Public Safety Run Q&A mics at events and provide additional in‑house assistance as needed Post‑performance/event: Manage book‑signing lines and direct patrons to book sales tables, exits, bathrooms, and provide other wayfinding details as needed Assist with green‑room/reception area cleanup Clear the event space Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred Minimum age to work is 18 years old Must be available to work nights and weekends, willing to stand for long periods of time and stoop, kneel or crouch to talk or hear Working artists and writers across all genres are welcome; prior ushering, theater and/or customer service experience a plus Punctual, responsive to patrons, and committed to positive audience engagement Ability to interact peaceably with a wide and varied public audience, guest speakers and performers, and all library staff Attention to detail with an ability to follow directions, multitask and problem‑solve Light physical demands with some lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to a maximum of 30 lbs Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr