Event Staff|Part-time| Mullins Center
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Amherst, MA, 01003
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
As a member of the Guest Services Team, you will be an essential part of the Guest experience and help build memories that last a lifetime. In this role, you will wear many different hats and have the potential to work in several different areas of the arena. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to ushering, ticket scanning, concourse customer service, greeter. You will have the opportunity to assist our guests by offering directions and sharing information while creating a World Class experience. Your job will be to keep our fans safe and informed while still maintaining a fun and friendly atmosphere.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $15.00 to $17.00.
Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.
EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
Responsibilities
- Prepare your assigned section for guests; this could include wiping down seats, looking for potential hazards, reporting any issues to a supervisor
- When gates open, welcome our fans with a great smile and helpful attitude
- Scan event tickets ensuring that the proper ticket is being used to gain entry
- Assist fans in locating their ticketed seats
- Being alert and proactive to potential hazards and reporting incidents when they occur
- Monitor your assigned area for issues and opportunities to make lasting memories for our fans
- Respond to all guest concerns/complaints promptly and in a professional manner
- Assist guests in ADA accessible seating sections
- Enforce all building policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all guests
- Manage the foot traffic flow of large crowds
- Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Be knowledgeable about arena emergency evacuation plan in order to safely assist guests during the unlikely event of an emergency.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Holiday, Weekend, & Night availability.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Experience in a hospitality or entertainment environment is preferred.
- You must love working with and helping people.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- You must be able to maintain a POSITIVE attitude while handling difficult situations.
- The University of Massachusetts Amherst prohibits its current employees (excluding students) from being employed in any position with OVG360 at this location.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Frequently asked questions
Amherst's event staffing scene is moderately competitive, especially at popular venues like the Mullins Center. Candidates often need weekend and evening availability, with prior hospitality experience boosting chances. Local events and university schedules influence hiring surges, so staying flexible and responsive to openings is key.
Handling large crowds at a busy venue like the Dallas Convention Center requires quick situational awareness and excellent communication skills. Part-time event staff must anticipate bottlenecks, assist guests efficiently, and maintain safety protocols, all while keeping a friendly demeanor in a fast-paced atmosphere.
Emphasizing strong customer service skills, attentiveness to safety, and experience in hospitality or live events will set you apart. Also, mention your ability to stand for long periods, work nights/weekends, and handle ticket scanning or ushering effectively.
Yes, part-time roles with the Dallas Convention Center, including event staff at the Mullins Center, come with access to a 401(k) savings plan and matching contributions, which is a valuable benefit not always offered in part-time event positions.
At the Dallas Convention Center, event staff often juggle diverse responsibilities like ticket scanning, ushering, crowd control, and ADA seating assistance. This multi-role approach contrasts with more specialized event jobs, requiring flexibility and quick adaptation during events.
Event staff at the Mullins Center typically earn between $15.00 and $17.00 per hour, aligning with local market rates for part-time hospitality roles. This range reflects the venue's emphasis on guest experience and safety.
Yes, current UMass Amherst employees, excluding students, are generally ineligible to hold event staff roles at the Mullins Center under Oak View Group's policies, to avoid conflicts of interest and maintain compliance with university regulations.
Dallas Convention Center emphasizes a 360-degree guest experience, offering part-time staff opportunities to engage in multiple functions—from ushering to safety enforcement—while benefiting from structured training and 401(k) plans, which is relatively rare in event staffing.
Familiarity with Amherst's event scene and university crowd dynamics helps part-time staff anticipate guest needs and manage flow effectively. This local insight enhances guest satisfaction and operational smoothness during diverse events.