Community Relations Manager
Reports To: General Manager and Director of Ticket Sales
About the Organization: 7th Inning Stretch, headed by C.E.O. Tom Volpe and President Pat Filippone, is recognized as one of the leading sports ownership firms in the country. Currently, 7th Inning Stretch owns and operates the Everett AquaSox, High-A Affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, the Stockton Ports, Single-A Affiliate of the Oakland A’s, and the Delmarva Shorebirds, Single-A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. The Stockton Ports play at Banner Island Ballpark in downtown Stockton, CA. 7th Inning stretch prides itself on building a stronger community, furthering the careers of its employees and creating a superior product both on and off the field.
Required Qualifications: The position requires an individual who is self-motivated, high energy, and committed to achieve stated company goals. The successful candidate will be passionate about baseball, community, and developing relationships within the company and the community. The candidate will need to work within a team structure, while also having the ability to handle elements of the position on their own while adhering to strict deadlines. This position creates and maintains relationships over the phone, on face to face meetings, and representing the company at outside networking events within the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Community Relations:
- Lead and develop all aspects of the Ports community relations departments. This includes a direct role in planning and implementing such programs as:
- Ports school reading program
- Ports youth baseball camps, clinics, and youth outreach
- Mascot/player appearances
- Manage the team’s Kids Club and Silver Slugger Program.
- Schedule and coordinate National Anthem performers and Color Guard presentations
- Oversee Anchor Fund charitable account including fundraising, grant reviews, and strategic plan for growth
- Other duties include, but are not limited to, facilitating donation requests, distribution of pocket schedules, and developing programs geared towards creating community awareness for the Stockton Ports. Producing a quarterly and end of the year Community Relations Report to be distributed to the media and community stakeholders.
Sales Responsibilities:
This position is an active participant in the selling of season packages and group tickets. This position is a key contributor to the growth of the programs below:
- Silver Sluggers Program
- Fundraisers
- Kid’s Club
- Baseball by the Books and Educational Days
- Season Ticket and Mini Plan Sales
BACKGROUND:
- Bachelor Degree from an accredited 4 Year College of University is required
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Successful candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Programs.
- Individual must have strong planning and organizational skills
- Individual must be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate an initiative in completing all tasks at hand
- Individual must be able to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and achieve objectives
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Experience working for a Professional Baseball Team is desired
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Extended hours of work between the months of March to September. Candidate must have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
COMPENSATION:
Based on experience. Full time, hourly wage position. Commission based on direct sales results. Medical and Dental Insurance after first 30 days of employment. 401K with company matching program after 6 months of employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.