Job Opportunities
Join Our Team
The Bryce Jordan Center offers an array of job opportunities. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling and are an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants may apply online or view the listings below to see our current job vacancies.
AT THE BRYCE JORDAN CENTER, WE ARE…
- Central PA’s premier entertainment facility located on the campus of Penn State University.
- An award-winning venue. The Bryce Jordan Center is a multi-year Prime Site Facilities and Destinations award winner. We have been nominated for Arena of the Year and were ranked #2 for university venues in world-wide ticket sales in 2018 by Pollstar.
- Penn State employees with amazing benefits (see below)
- Home to Penn State Men’s and Women’s Division I Basketball as well as some of the best names in live entertainment. Bryce Jordan Center Celebrates 25 Years
Part-Time Job Opportunities
Click to apply online for part-time job opportunities. Click to apply for part-time job opportunities with Food & Beverage.
Current part-time job opportunities include:
Door Guard
Door Guards direct patrons away from unauthorized areas, organize patrons in orderly lines outside gates, conduct entry screenings outside gates and are responsible for knowing and enforcing building policies.
Facility Operations
The Bryce Jordan Center is looking for individuals responsible for performing work as needed to clean, maintain and prepare for events at the facility. Duties include skilled and semi-skilled tasks, which often require heavy lifting and a high degree of physical exertion. Typical duties include: Participate in all aspects of the conversion process in preparation for events. Duties may include setting up and tearing down flooring, portable chairs, barricades, staging, tables, other furnishings and equipment. Perform varies duties to ensure the day-to-day operations of the facility are met. These include but, are not limited to loading/unloading delivery trucks, transporting trash and waste to proper disposal area and replenishing supplies. Assist with pre/post event cleaning and janitorial tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, vacuuming, spot cleaning, washing, stripping, carpet cleaning, window washing and waxing. Report irregularities, discrepancies, safety or damage concerns or loss of property promptly to Supervisor. Other duties may be assigned. Work hours are various depending on the event schedule including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed. Typical schedules are from 10:30pm to 7am, for 3rd shift and 2nd shift start times vary from mid-morning to 2PM. Schedules are typically provided a month in advance. We are looking for individuals who: Have knowledge of practices related to cleaning and maintaining a facility, event set up, and proper use and care of hand/power tools. Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Follow all policies/procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules, regulations, and emergency procedures established at the facility. Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively. Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results. Work both independently and as part of a team. Maintain an effective working relationship with guests, employees, exhibitors, and others encountered in the course of employment. Remain Flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
Food & Beverage
The Food & Beverage Department runs the Concession Stands during all events and provides Catering for backstage, meeting rooms, receptions, socials, etc.
Guest Relations & VIP Services
Guest & VIP Services answer/address patron questions/concerns, address all ADA concerns (wheelchairs, boxes, etc.), collect and store lost and found items.
Merchandise
The Merchandise Department is responsible for selling tee shirts, programs and other novelty items for concerts, checking inventory, stocking sales locations, and setting up displays. This Staff is also accountable for proper use of cash handling procedures, receipts and credit card machines. Excellent customer service and communications skills. The hours are normally early afternoon through event end.
Stage Crew
The Stage Department is responsible for the set up and tear down of all live entertainment events presented at the BJC. This staff will work directly with touring personnel to assist in setup and tear down of events. The hours are normally early morning/daytime for a show setup (load in) and late evening immediately following an event for tear down (load out). Excellent teamwork, attention to detail, and punctuality is required.
Ticket Office Sales Agent
Responsibilities include becoming familiar with multiple venue seating layouts to assist customers in choosing their seats, use of ticketing software, cash handling, credit card processing and assisting customers by telephone.
Ticket Taker
Ticket Takers are one of the very first team members that our guests meet as they enter for their event. Ticket Takers will greet every guest as they enter the doors, assist in our touchless ticket scanners and direct patrons toward their seats. For student shows and tickets, they are responsible for checking student IDs. Ticket Takers will also assist in answering and addressing guest’s questions and concerns.
Usher
Ushers greet every patron and ask to help them find their seats. They seat patrons in their ticketed seats, maintain clear aisles, and help ensure patrons’ safety.
Admin/Stand Manager
Stand Managers provide leadership and direction of operational support to BJC employees such as cashiers, customer service representatives and food service and production workers. Oversees a broad range of customer service-related activities across the department. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to checking inventories, wages, food preparation, food storage, food equipment and events.
Full-Time Job Opportunities
Digital Media Marketing Specialist
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Penn State Bryce Jordan Center is searching for a full-time Digital Media Marketing Specialist to join their team. Duties include:
· Employ a variety of marketing, communications, and public relations strategies that may include traditional media marketing and advertising, Google Analytics, content management systems (Drupal a plus), and social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.
· Assist in the planning of marketing and/or communications strategy by identifying communications needs based on relevant research
· Prepare creative briefs for concept development and creative expression; deliver presentations of creative work to clients
· Benchmark marketing efforts and best practices and prepare reports to inform innovation and competitive analysis
· Create, conceptualize, edit, and enhance communications and content, including website, advertisements, articles, brochures, feature stories, etc.
· Schedule and disseminate print and electronic communications and placement of advertising
· Monitor news and media presence, monitor and track analytics of the website and digital traffic
· Ensure University brand standards are met, along with industry editorial and style guidelines
· Plan and oversee the implementation of event promotions
· Collaborate with agencies and other vendor partners on campaigns
· Monitor and communicate the status of tactical campaign implementation with clients and management
· May oversee and direct the work of part-time employees and students
To apply for the position, click here.
MORE REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM…
- Health Insurance Insurance | PSU Human Resources
- Medical, Vision, Dental and Prescriptive Drug
- Options for Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
- Retirement and Company Match Retirement | PSU Human Resources
- State Retirement and TIAA plans
- Tuition Discount Tuition Discount | PSU Human Resources
- 75% off for employee, spouse and/or dependent children up to age 26
- Paid Time Off Time Off | PSU Human Resources
- 5 weeks PTO in addition to University/Federal holidays and winter break
- Extra Benefits Discounts | PSU Human Resources
- Discounts with local businesses (computers, insurance, moving, hotels, etc.)
BUILDING A CAREER AND A LIFE AT PENN STATE…
- Penn State is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world by the Time Higher Education University Rankings, the Center for World University Rankings, and the Academic Ranking of World Universities: This is Penn State | Penn State (psu.edu)
- Penn State is also committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are concerned uniquely with the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more socially just University: Diversity Resources — Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity (psu.edu)