Manager, Box Office

About this role

Position Title: Manager, Box Office Department: Box Office Reports to: Director, Box Office Work Location: On-site Position FLSA Status: Exempt / Full-Time Salary Union Code:  Non-Union Minimum Pay Rate: $85,200 Maximum Pay Rate: $91,800

Join Our Team at Barclays Center! Congratulations on taking the first step toward embarking on an exciting new adventure at Barclays Center! 

At Barclays Center, we're more than just a venue – we're a dynamic community driven by a shared passion for creating unforgettable live experiences. We're dedicated to nurturing our team members and empowering them to thrive in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and a love for sports entertainment intersect.

If you're someone who lives and breathes events, fueled by an unwavering passion for creating magic at every moment, then we want you to join us in shaping the future of live entertainment. Come be a part of our vibrant community, where every day offers the chance to inspire, innovate, and make memories that last a lifetime.

Our Company Values We understand that it is important for you to know what our values are to determine if they align with yours. Our four company values, Care, Integrity, Accountability and Growth Mindset, are reflected in everything that we do here at Barclays Center. From the creating innovative live entertainment to employee recognition, we make certain to incorporate our organizational values.

Key Attributes for Success Success in this role requires a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences while leading a high-performing box office team in a fast-paced entertainment environment. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, communicates effectively, adapts quickly to changing event needs, and maintains accuracy while balancing guest service, ticketing operations, and financial accountability. These qualities are essential to creating seamless experiences for fans, guests, promoters, and internal partners at every event.

Passion for Guest Experience • Creates welcoming, memorable experiences for every guest, from first purchase through event day. • Demonstrates a commitment to service excellence while resolving ticketing questions and concerns professionally. • Builds trust through positive, solution-oriented interactions.

Collaborative Leadership • Leads, develops, and motivates full-time and part-time Box Office team members. • Partners effectively with internal departments, promoters, Ticketmaster representatives, and event stakeholders. • Fosters an inclusive, accountable, and high-performing team culture.

Adaptability & Composure • Performs effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven environment with changing priorities. • Responds calmly and confidently to operational challenges and last-minute event adjustments. • Balances multiple events and competing deadlines while maintaining exceptional service.

Communication Excellence • Communicates clearly and professionally with guests, team members, promoters, and venue leadership. • Explains ticketing policies and procedures with confidence and empathy. • Shares accurate information to ensure operational consistency and guest satisfaction.

Operational & Financial Accountability • Maintains accuracy in ticketing, cash handling, reporting, and event settlements. • Upholds company policies, audit standards, and ADA ticketing compliance. • Demonstrates sound judgment when handling confidential financial and guest information.

Problem Solving & Decision Making • Anticipates operational challenges and implements effective solutions. • Resolves guest concerns promptly while maintaining a positive experience. • Makes informed decisions that support business objectives and operational efficiency.

Attention to Detail • Ensures accuracy in ticket inventory, event setup, pricing, reporting, and financial reconciliation. • Maintains organized event documentation and records. • Consistently delivers precise execution across all ticketing operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: What You Will Do  • Support the daily operations of the Box Office, providing direction, coaching, and support to the Box Office management team and ticket sellers. • Recruit, train, schedule, develop, and evaluate part-time Box Office team members, fostering a culture of accountability and exceptional guest service. • Ensure compliance with Barclays Center policies, ticketing procedures, financial controls, and audit standards. • Build, manage, and maintain all ticketed events within the Ticketmaster Host system, including event manifests, pricing, scaling, inventory management, holds, and on-sale execution. • Partner with promoters, talent buyers, and internal stakeholders to develop ticketing strategies, sales forecasts, and event configurations that maximize revenue and guest accessibility. • Oversee all ticket inventory, complimentary tickets, ADA seating, premium seating, group sales allocations, and internal ticket requests. • Manage daily ticket sales reconciliation, financial reporting, event settlements, and secure cash handling procedures while maintaining accountability for all Box Office funds. • Prepare and distribute accurate daily ticket counts, event settlements, revenue reports, attendance summaries, and other operational reporting. • Coordinate ticketing initiatives including fan club presales, venue presales, VIP packages, promotional offers, artist holds, and marketing campaigns. • Execute venue presale communications, including setup, distribution lists, and promotional coordination with Marketing and Event teams. • Manage ticket printing and distribution for sporting events, concerts, family shows, special events, marketing initiatives, and promotional programs. • Monitor staffing levels to ensure efficient labor utilization while delivering exceptional guest service during event operations. • Oversee Box Office operations before, during, and after events, ensuring efficient guest flow and resolution of escalat

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