Detroit Public Theatre is hiring!
Please fill out this form in its entirety to apply for the Detroit Public Theatre’s Box Office Associate position. Applicants must be living in the Detroit area September-June. Application closes AUGUST 21, 2026.
Position Description and Duties:
- Provide box office coverage for all daily shifts and some performances during DPT’s 12th season (September–June)
- Manage and process all complimentary ticket requests
- Process group sales payments as needed
- Process donated tickets and gift certificate transactions
- Prepare and print attendance and parking lists for each performance
- Verify ADA seating accommodations and VIP seating requirements before each performance
- Perform cash handling duties, including counting, depositing, and exchanging bills when necessary
- Complete cash tracking and deposit documentation, and secure funds in the safe
- Maintain merchandise inventory and conduct monthly inventory counts
- Process merchandise sales using mobile point-of-sale devices with Square readers
- Package and ship merchandise orders
- Respond to customer inquiries via email, phone, and in person
- Assist patrons with ticket and subscription purchases, exchanges, performance information, and other box office services
Rate:
$15.50 hourly
Type:
In-Person
Schedule:
15.75 hours a week with more hours available on a rotating basis.
Wednesdays-Fridays 11:45am-5pm. Additional evening and weekend hours available range from 11:45am-8:30pm.
