Gatekeeper - RiverEdge Park; Seasonal

Position Overview

The Paramount Theatre/Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA), an innovative organization located on Stolp Island in the Fox River in the heart of the richly diverse community of historic Aurora, Illinois (one hour from downtown Chicago), is seeking a Gatekeeper.

ACCA is the parent organization, which also includes a 501(c)3 arm under the name of Paramount Arts Centre, Inc. It operates four performance venues: the 6,000-person River Edge Park, the 1,843-seat landmark Paramount Theatre, the 165-seat, newly renovated Copley Theatre, and the brand new Stolp Island Theatre: a 9,000 square foot development that includes an intimate 98-seat 4,600 square foot theater.

ACCA produces and presents over 500 performances each year, including star-studded touring productions, a self-produced Broadway Series of musicals (which has the largest theater subscription base in the country) and an intimate experience of Million Dollar Quartet for an annual audience of 350,000 patrons from over 250 communities.

ACCA proudly operates the Paramount School of the Arts in the new John

C. Dunham Aurora Arts Center, right next door to Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora. Paramount Theatre also hosts free community events, $1 Classic Movie Mondays and its opulent interiors provide a spectacular backdrop for private functions such as wedding receptions or corporate galas. Across the street from Paramount Theatre are the gorgeous Meyer Ballrooms, which play host to multiple wedding receptions and rental events throughout the year.

ACCA is committed to being a defining catalyst for personal and community transformation by:

• Making the performing arts accessible for every age and socioeconomic background.
• Introducing the magic of live theater across generations to encourage expansive imaginations and broad views of people and the world.
• Contributing to the future stability and growth of Aurora’s downtown.

DEPARTMENT – Patron Services

DIRECT REPORTING – Patron Services Management

WORKS CLOSELY WITH – Management, Greeters & Security

POSITION STATUS & SCHEDULE – Seasonal Part Time; generally 10-15 hours per week varying dependent on event schedule. Weekends and evenings are required. Position is seasonal (June-September) with paid training.

COMPENSATION – Starting at $16 per hour

HIRE DATE – May 2026

• Greet, advise and direct River Edge Park patrons to the correct seating areas.
• Perform entry gate personal item and bag checks.
• Conduct alcohol I.D. verification and wrist banding.
• Successfully control exit/re-entry lane with wrist banding and/or hand stamping.
• Check tickets and provide general customer service within River Edge Park.
• Must be aware of and follow the proper procedures for assisting patrons with disabilities.
• Be a kind and informative host to all guests.
• Be aware of and enforce appropriate house rules.
• Guide guests to exits or provide other instructions or assistance in case of emergency.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of and adhere to the Paramount Theatre and River Edge Park Guidelines and Regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the duties listed above, ACCA expects the following of each employee: adheres to ACCA’s policies and procedures; works in a safe manner; performs duties as workload necessitates; maintains a positive and respectful attitude; communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues; demonstrates efficient time management and prioritizes workload; demonstrates regular and consistent attendance and punctuality; meets productivity standards; participates in ACCA events as needed or required;

and completes other duties as assigned.

• Positive attitude and team player.
• Be on feet for long periods of time in an outdoor setting in all varieties of weather.
• Provide excellent communication with the patrons of River Edge Park.
• Collaborate with security and local law enforcement to identify misconduct within River Edge Park.
• Be aware and helpful to all other departments as needed.

Apply using the online job application at

Or mail/drop off to:
Paramount Theatre, Attn:
Kevin Berls, 8 E Galena Blvd, Suite…