Fundraising Representatives (Upper West Side)

Avoid scams and fraud by dealing locally! Beware any deal involving Western Union, Moneygram, wire transfer, cashier check, money order, shipping, escrow, or any promise of transaction protection/certification/guarantee. More infoThe Metropolitan Opera is seeking experienced fundraising representatives to work part time generating memberships from our loyal constituents. This is a great opportunity to work for the largest performing arts organization and one of the finest opera companies in the world. Join our first-rate team of professional fundraisers and be a part of the Met's exciting 2012/2013 season announcement which features 7 new productions including Parsifal starring Jonas Kaufmann and L'Elisir d'Amore starring Anna Netrebko. Fundraising experience is a plus.

Here are the shifts for which we are currently hiring: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings from 5pm-9pm or 6pm-10pm. Must be able to work at least one of the following weekend shifts: Saturday 9:30am-3:00pm and/or Sunday 4pm-9pm. 17 hours a week minimum and up to 30 hours maximum. If you are unable accommodate this schedule, please do not apply.

If hired, you must be available for training Monday, March 19th AND Tuesday, March 20th from 1pm -- 5pm.

In depth knowledge and/or serious appreciation of the performing arts required. Some knowledge of opera is necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:
Conduct outbound calls to our donors and ticket holders to raise funds for the Met
Record information from these calls into the Met's database
Meet or exceed personal and departmental fundraising goals

Requirements:
Excellent verbal skills
Selling/fundraising ability
Computer proficiency
Ability to work and think clearly under pressure
Work well with a fundraising team

Compensation and Benefits
Base salary plus commission--competitive pay. Free tickets to many Met performances! Represent the most highly regarded performing arts organization in the country.

Please call (212) 501-3495 to apply.

This is a part-time job.This is at a non-profit organization.Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.Please, no phone calls about this job!Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

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