Seasonal GameDay Operations Assistant at Force 10 Hoops, LLC / Seattle Storm – Seattle, Washington

The Seattle Storm Operations Department is looking for qualified candidates interested in the role of Seasonal GameDay Operations Assistant. This role is crucial to the success of home games and supports broader Seattle Storm operational needs as they arise. This is a full-time, 40 hour/week seasonal position starting in mid-April and running through approximately September with an extension for playoffs. This role is expected to work evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the season. Position will have an in-office component in addition to game day responsibilities. Attendance at all Seattle Storm games is a requirement.

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 has knowledge how a WNBA game is run and exhibits resourcefulness, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, Communications or a related field; or equivalent work experience

· Related experience: Previous experience in sports game day preferred

· Competencies: Organized, clear communication, project management. Reliable and hard-working. Positive attitude toward members and colleagues

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; balance; bend and reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to climb ladders, sit, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is very loud.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

ABOUT THE WNBA SEATTLE STORM ORGANIZATION:

Force 10 Hoops, LLC DBA Seattle Storm is a storied franchise in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), proudly boasting four WNBA Championships to its name. Our rich history and commitment to excellence have made us a force to be reckoned with in women's professional basketball. The Seattle Storm stands as a symbol of dedication, determination, and empowerment, both on and off the court. In 2024 we opened our Center for Basketball Performance which houses our team, front office and basketball operations staff.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Transportation Account, Employee Assistance Program, 401k plus vacation, sick and holidays. As a WNBA team we also offer League-related discounts, game tickets, a great Seattle work location and a team-focused environment.