OVERVIEW

The Giants Community Fund, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of the San Francisco Giants, is looking to hire Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassadors in select California locations for the 2024 season. AmeriCorps Ambassadors serve as liaisons between the Giants Community Fund and the local youth-serving agency in their designated communities and play a major role in the implementation of the Junior Giants program on the ground level. Ambassadors work with both the Giants Community Fund Staff and the local league Commissioner to assist with league logistics, operations, communication, player recruitment and more. Please read the details below for more information. 

ABOUT 

Junior Giants:

·Junior Giants, the flagship program of the Giants Community Fund, is a free, noncompetitive baseball and softball program for over 23,000 underserved boys and girls ages 5-18 years old. Beyond teaching the fundamentals of the game, Junior Giants focuses on the Four Bases of Character Development - Confidence, Integrity, Leadership and Teamwork – and offers programs in Health, Education and Bullying Prevention. To learn more, click here.

AMERICORPS:

·AmeriCorps is a community service program that is funded by the government and participating community partners, designed to help communities meet the specified needs in their area by recruiting and training individuals who are willing to serve in selected community projects. Service programs strengthen communities, encourage responsibility, expand opportunities for education, provide service experience, and increase life skills. For more information on AmeriCorps, please visit www.americorps.gov. To learn more about the mission of Junior Giants AmeriCorps Members, click here. Note that Junior Giants AmeriCorps Ambassadors are national service members and are not paid employees of the Giants Community Fund or the San Francisco Giants. 

POSITION DETAILS

AMBASSADOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Implement 8-week summer program with league Commissioner:

·Assist with pre-season meetings

·Recruit, train and onboard volunteers

·Attend all games and practices

·Distribute incentives, equipment, uniforms, program materials, etc.

·Maintain online registration platform organization including assisting with registration and monitoring background checks on volunteers

·Collect parent, volunteer and player feedback at the end of the season via online survey distribution and in person interviews

·Distribute tickets

·Assist with end of season inventory

·Conduct community assessment report during pre-season 

·Recruit participants via local news agencies, community programs, churches, youth programs, etc.

·Participate in various virtual and in-person events, trainings and meetings (i.e. weekly check in calls, diversity, equity & inclusion trainings, AmeriCorps National Service Day, etc.)

·Display professional written and oral communication skills via email, Slack, Zoom, phone & social media as well as at the fields/in-person

·Manage existing social media account(s) for assigned league in partnership with league Commissioner

·Recap the service term with a formal End of Season Report 

Qualifications

·Must be at least 18 years of age by conclusion of the program year (August 30, 2024)

·Must possess a high school diploma or GED

·Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

·Clearance of a background check

·Strong communication skills (written & verbal)

·Strong interpersonal skills 

·Ability to interact with diverse populations and age groups

·Proficiency with Zoom and communicating in a virtual setting

·Strong organizational and leadership abilities

·Reliable transportation to league sites in targeted region

·Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

·Must not have been released for cause from a previous AmeriCorps term of service

·Must have not served more than 3 previous AmeriCorps terms of service

TIME REQUIREMENT

·25-35 hours per week, flexible schedule to serve April-August

·Selected applicants will be required to attend a virtual interview during the January-April hiring period

BENEFITS OF SERVICE

·AmeriCorps Ambassadors may be eligible for student loan forbearance on federal student loans.

·Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

·Bi-Weekly Stipend up to a total of $5,000.00

·Education Award of $1,565.08 after service completion

TO APPLY

Individuals seeking service opportunities with the Giants Community Fund are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. All are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

To apply, applicants must complete the online application via the link below: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7603740/2024-Junior-Giants-AmeriCorps-Ambassador-Application

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About the Giants

One of the oldest teams in Major League Baseball, the San Francisco Giants are dedicated to enriching our community through innovation and excellence on and off the field. This past decade, the organization has won three World Series Championships, made four playoff appearances and thrown four no-hitters.

Off the field, the Giants have become internationally-renowned as a host to entrepreneurial and premier entertainment events. Celebrating over 60 years in San Francisco, the organization is entrenched in the Bay Area community as the Giants work with corporate and non-profit partners to raise awareness, educate and generate interest in a variety of issues important to both their fans and the local community.

We are truly unique; we are an organization committed to your growth, your learning, your development and your entire employee experience. We only win when our employees succeed and we're dedicated to helping you develop your strengths. We have a cultural foundation built on diversity, innovation and teamwork and we want you and your ideas to thrive at the San Francisco Giants.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the Giants, we strive to foster an inclusive work environment that encompasses the rich diversity of the San Francisco Bay Area, the place we call home. We welcome all people and are committed to creating an inclusive community built on a foundation of respect for all individuals. We seek to hire, develop and retain talented people from all backgrounds. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunities to excel.

Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups strongly encouraged to apply. If you are not sure that you’re 100% qualified, but up for the challenge - we want you to apply.

At the Giants, we believe we put our best work forward when our employees bring together ideas that are diverse in thought. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition or disability, genetic condition, marital status, domestic partnership status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status and any other protected class under federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.