Full-Time

Office Services Clerk

Posted on 1/17/2025

The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

1,001-5,000 employees

Operatic performances and musical productions

Social Impact
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$20.91Hourly

Entry, Junior

New York, NY, USA

This position is onsite at Lincoln Center.

Category
Clerk
Clerical & Data Entry
Required Skills
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • Prior experience in shipping/customer service is a plus.
  • Knowledge of working with a PC and handheld devices.
  • Must have a professional appearance which includes shirt, tie and dress pants.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to take direction from your supervisor and work in a team-oriented environment is essential.
  • Must have a strong work ethic, which includes being punctual and reliable.
  • Must be able to operate a Freight elevator and a Loading dock occasionally.
Responsibilities
  • Screening, sorting, and scanning all incoming mail and packages.
  • Delivering all mail and packages to their respective departments.
  • Posting outgoing mail, facilitating messenger requests and shipping requests via USPS, FedEx, and UPS.
  • Daily Post Office Trips.
  • Make daily copies for administrative staff.
  • Printing, folding, cutting daily copies for Performances.
  • Evening / Matinee deliveries to performing artists.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience in shipping/customer service is a plus.
The Metropolitan Opera

The Metropolitan Opera

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The Metropolitan Opera is a prominent institution dedicated to the performance of opera, a form of musical theater that combines singing, orchestral music, and dramatic storytelling. The opera features a wide range of productions, from classic works by composers like Verdi and Puccini to contemporary pieces. Performances are held in a grand theater, where talented singers, musicians, and stage designers collaborate to create an immersive experience for the audience. What sets The Metropolitan Opera apart from other opera companies is its commitment to high-quality productions and its ability to attract world-renowned artists. The goal of The Metropolitan Opera is to promote the art of opera and make it accessible to a diverse audience, ensuring that this rich cultural tradition continues to thrive.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$972.7K

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1883

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What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in digital streaming boosts the Met's remote audience reach.
  • Global partnerships enhance cultural exchange and expand audience reach.
  • The Asia tour taps into a growing market for Western classical music.

What critics are saying

  • Declining interest in traditional opera among younger audiences affects ticket sales.
  • The lawsuit by Anna Netrebko could cause financial and reputational damage.
  • Competition from other NYC cultural institutions may divert potential audiences.

What makes The Metropolitan Opera unique

  • The Met is renowned for its 'Live in HD' digital streaming series.
  • It has a history of collaborations with international artists and institutions.
  • The Met is embarking on its first-ever Asia tour in 2024.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

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