Coordinator, Community Relations (55302)

The Omaha Storm Chasers are actively seeking a Community Relations Coordinator to join our highly dynamic front office team. We believe that our community involvement and success is a vital part of our off-field success. We are looking for someone who is interested in growing within the sports industry and will push to understand and further spread our community impact. The individual in this position is expected not only to be exceptional in regard to organization, communication and planning, but also to deliver an outstanding experience to our community and establish a positive experience with the overall organization(s).

The Community Relations Coordinator is responsible for all community relations programs of the team(s), scheduling and execution of non-baseball events, and activities related to Chasers Charities. 

Responsibilities:

• Act as team representative at community events, ensure the organization has an appropriate level of involvement at local events
• Create and cultivate partnerships with local non-profits, public & private schools, home schools and colleges/universities in the Omaha metropolitan area
• Oversee all community relations-based program events during game days – including (but not limited to) memorabilia auctions and school programs
• Coordinate staff volunteer opportunities in the community, in-park, and at games/events
• Work with Baseball Operations department to further develop and schedule community appearances and volunteer opportunities for players and field staff, while continuing alignment with Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
• Coordinate and record hours spent on volunteer opportunities for both organizations; provide yearly report to Director, Marketing & Creative Services for organizational year-end creative materials
• Coordinate speaking engagements through the Speakers Bureau; manage all incoming requests, work with Team President as needed on scheduling, organization, and completion
• Coordinate and conduct ballpark tours, delegate to appropriate parties as necessary
• Work in unison with Coordinator, Mascots to ensure that proper working assignments are maintained
• Network at Werner Park events and off-site events to promote Werner Park and organizational community involvement
• Brainstorm new programs for organization, understand community impact in achieving overall organizational bottom line
• Coordinate programs and events for Chasers Charities, charitable non-profit organization of the Omaha Storm Chasers
• Assist with organizational donation requests, as needed
• Ensure appropriate databases/CRM tools related to program participants, donations, and Chasers Charities are properly maintained
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Marketing, Business Administration, Journalism, Mass Communication or related field preferred
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to solve problems quickly
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Ability to communicate easily and effectively
• Good working knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet and database programs
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for organizational business
• Ability and willingness to work varied and long hours including nights, weekends and holidays