Atlanta Braves Looking for Event Logistics Trainee at Atlanta, GA Full Time

The Atlanta Braves Trainee Program is designed for applicants who are interested in beginning a career in professional sports. Each year, the program hires individuals from around the nation with diverse backgrounds who are ambitious, intelligent and creative candidates to work in a department from January to November. This opportunity provides valuable experience in the day-to-day operations of a professional sports franchise, and it not only gives the opportunity to work in a Front Office environment, but also to build a network with those in the sports industry who can provide guidance, advice, and possible connections for job opportunities upon completion of the program.

Trainees are expected to work 37.5 hours per week and may have additional game day responsibilities, depending on department and assignments. The individuals who participate in this program are non-exempt, paid hourly, eligible for overtime, and are benefit-eligible after 60 days (medical, dental, vision).

Department Overview

The Event Logistics Department supports the operational aspects of all events at Truist Park on a year-round basis. These include but are not limited to external clients, corporate contractual, internal and gameday events. The purpose of the department is to centralize and improve communication, increase operational efficiency, and ensure standardization.

Job Description

The Event Logistics Trainee supports the Director, Managers and Coordinators of the department with operational needs, set-up for events, fulfill asset/item requests, inventory, and storage. The primary focus for the Trainee will be acting as Manager on Duty for at least half of the 81 home games for the Atlanta Braves. Lastly, this position will play a lead role in the hiring, training, and scheduling of year-round Event Operations Logistics Team (EOLT).

Major Responsibilities

• Assist with the operational needs and set-up for all Gameday Events, Non-Gameday Events, Corporate and Executive Events, Fan Experience Events, Internal Events/Meetings (i.e. Fan Fest, Lead-Off luncheon, Front Office Staff Meetings, Staff Training, Holiday Activations)
• Assist with interviewing and onboarding the part-time EOLT on a year-round basis
• Assist with the gameday scheduling of the part-time EOLT
• Track and record hours for EOLT
• Assist Ballpark Management Team in ensuring that the relative areas of the Ballpark are cleaned, crowd control measures and all assets are in place, and all areas are ready for event dates
• Assist with the predetermined pre/postgame logistical set-up for Braves Entertainment in the Plaza/Battery on gameday/non-gameday events
• Assist with the transport, maintenance, storage of operational assets (i.e. staging, props, tables, tents, signage)
• Assist with the receiving of promotional items/operational assets, storing items and inventory/maintenance
• Assist Director of Event Operations, Department Managers and Coordinators with responsibilities, duties and special projects as assigned
• Work in tandem with Event Services Trainee to oversee the linen process for all Atlanta Braves events
• Work on duty as needed during Braves home games

TRAINEE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• College graduate, Bachelor’s or Master’s, with a GPA of at least 3.0 at graduation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds and within all levels of the company
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent executive presence
• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays
• Must complete a background check

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• BA degree in Business Administration, Event Management, or similar field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in event management, logistics, and/or (sports) operations
• Proactive, organized and detail-oriented person who can prioritize their workload and follow through with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated individual with high degree of responsibility including confidentiality, sense of urgency, and accountability
• Must be able to lift equipment and material weighing 25-50+lbs on a regular basis
• Microsoft Office
• Well versed in the following software:
• Social Tables
• Salesforce
• G-Suite
• Basecamp
• When I Work

The Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.

If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application, including making a change to the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at [email protected]

Effective January 10, 2022, the Atlanta Braves will require all US-based employees in the Scouting and Player Development departments to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and provide proof of such vaccination prior to the commencement of employment. Employees in all other departments are not required but are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated, and we do require a vaccine to participate in certain activities and to obtain a premium reduction for our health benefit plans. Employees choosing not to obtain a vaccine will be notified of any limitations on their work activities if applicable. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be directed to [email protected].