Sales Specialist, Ticket Sales and Operations

Sales Specialist, Ticket Sales And Operations

Sales Specialist, Ticket Sales And Operations Athletics Department Georgia State University Georgia State University is a Division I institution and member of the Sun Belt Conference. On a campus without boundaries, the Department of Athletics fosters a Culture of Success through Academic Achievement, Competitive Greatness, Ethical Behavior, Social Responsibility, and Community Engagement that educates and transforms a diverse group of talented student-athletes into future leaders. The Athletics Department at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Sales Specialist, Ticket Sales And Operations. This position will oversee the day-to-day affairs of the Ticket Office in the Athletics Department.

What Makes Gsu A Great Place?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

What Will You Do?

This position is responsible for the ticket prospecting and selling functions to ensure sound follow-through on new leads and excellent customer service. This position will include all ticketing and marketing functions for outside events.

Duties And Responsibilities Include:

• Will oversee day-to-day affairs of the Ticket Office which includes some of the following functions: operations, revenue accountability, preparation of reports (summary data, daily sales, etc.) and reconciliations for all events.
• Operations of selling season ticket packages, individual game day sales, select non-athletics events and group outings and outside events.
• Oversee all ticket payment systems, prepare and design invoices, sales reports, commission reports, deposits and audit schedules.
• Report sales and attendance to proper staff, individuals, including the business office.
• Organize mailing in conjunction with the Panther Athletic Club for season tickets, renewal membership, event invitations, invoices and everything else associated with the season ticket campaigns.
• Hire and supervise all Ticket Office staff to include, full-time, graduate assistants, temp, part-time staff, student workers.
• Responsible for ticketing including parking management, for all non-internal events that occur in Gsu venues. Main functions include event build, inventory management, revenue and settlement reporting, day of box office management and access control.
• Create strategic partnerships with the neighboring community and corporate sponsors to drive interest and participation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or designee.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $56,050 (midpoint) - $84,087 (maximum). Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Georgia State University Values

• Community: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.
• Identity, Placemaking & Belonging: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility.
• Transformation: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.
• Integrity: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.
• Excellence: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service.
• Strategic Innovation: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.