Game Day Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Seattle Storm is seeking a professional and detail-oriented individual with interest and experience in event/sports management and/or game day operations as a seasonal assistant. This position will work to create a successful fan experience by executing various game day responsibilities with a fan-focused mentality. This position will report to the Manager of Business Operations and work closely with cross-functional teams to support the game day operations of the Seattle Storm.

This is a full-time, 40 hour/week seasonal position starting in early May and running through mid-September with an extension for playoffs, if applicable. Position will have an in-office component in addition to game day responsibilities. Attendance at all Seattle Storm games is a requirement. Most games are on evenings and weekends, please see 2024 Seattle Storm Schedule to confirm availability.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with coordination of cross-functional teams as well as internal/external partners to compile game day run of show. Ensure that all relevant partners are aligned on all pertinent game day information.
• Coordinate game day requests and expectations with key partners including Climate Pledge Arena. Assist in set-up and tear down for events.
• Act as liaison for game day vendors, performers, and other partners from pre-event communication through day of execution and post-event follow up.
• Work with Stage Managers to facilitate corporate partner activation requests on game days.
• Coordinate premiums and other giveaways as needed including inventory, transportation from storage, and distribution.
• Flexibility and adaptability are essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate will show resourcefulness, creativity and problem-solving skills.

ROLE DURATION
• Early May, 2024 – September 17, 2024, with an extension for playoffs, if applicable

COMPENSATION
• $20/hour

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on the 2024 Seattle Storm Schedule.
• Preferred 1 years of relevant experience in sports event space and interested in pursuing a career in sports management or operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
• Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and in alignment with Storm values
• Exceptional project management, organizational, problem-solving and communication skills are essential
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, fans, and vendors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with flexibility
• A flexible schedule is vital, as the demands of the job will include weekend and evening hours
• A strong knowledge of the Seattle Storm and the WNBA is preferred
• Adhere to Seattle Storm organization policies and procedures
• Act as a role model within and outside the Storm organization
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize workload with efficient time management skills
• Reliable transportation is required, must have high standard of punctuality
• Other duties as assigned

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Storm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, the Storm provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, veteran or military status, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.