Coordinator, Partnership Activation

WHO WE ARE:

Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, the Utica Comets and a variety of other sports and entertainment properties. Led by some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, HBSE positions itself as a pioneering and innovative global sports and entertainment business enterprise. We also strive to positively impact the local communities in which we operate through the powerful platform of sports. HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth and a quest to excel in everything we do.

As part of its portfolio, Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. annually hosts more than 200 games, concerts, family shows and special events and is a top-5 ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base. HBSE also owns the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, one of the most storied franchises in American sports, having won three championships led by some of the most iconic athletes in NBA history.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION:

At HBSE, we are dedicated to hiring the best talent from the communities where we live, work and play - across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Partnership Activation Coordinator role will provide day-to-day operational and administrative support to the Partnership Activation team, helping ensure the department operates efficiently and delivers best-in-class partnership programs and experiences.



RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED, TO THE BELOW:

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Partnership Activation department
• Support team members with partner events, game days, on-site and off-site, including planning, execution, documentation, and follow-up
• Ownership of game day radio broadcast logs, LED grid, and broadcast marketing drop scheduling
• Game day hospitality ticket management and hosting
• Collaborate with teammates to streamline processes such as proof of performance collection, reports, partner logos, and recap information
• Manage and track inventory for department’s autographed, promotional items and gifting
• Help manage team calendars, meeting schedules, agendas, recaps, and follow-up items as needed
• Design and create mid-season and/or year-end partnership recaps
• Maintain organized department files, folders, templates, contact lists, and other shared resources
• Assist with internal meeting preparation, including gathering materials, creating agendas, taking notes, and tracking action items
• Coordinate department-wide needs including shipping, gifting, tickets, parking, and other logistical requests
• Assist with special projects and other department needs as assigned
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-1 years of relevant work experience; sports/event marketing and/or agency experience preferred
• Customer service and relationship building oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to interact and manage staff and business associates in order to implement events, promotions and other related activities
• Ability to problem solve; solutions-oriented mentality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and identify next steps
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to maintain professionalism and discretion when handling confidential partner or business information
  
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel Requirements: May be required to travel occasionally, including between HBSE’s various offices; trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay.
• Work Environment: This position generally requires that work primarily be performed from the 76ers’ office in Camden, NJ, and requires attendance at all home games as well as special events taking place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA.
• Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to move items up to 25 lbs; stand and move throughout the Xfinity Mobile Arena (the concourse and/or sections); and interact with partners and fans.
  
  
  

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The pay for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $46,000 and $48,000/year. This position will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position will also include eligibility for a team bonus pool.

This position will be an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The benefits package for the position may include the following, subject to the terms of the then-in-effect Company policies, plan documents and other eligibility criteria:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pretax Transportation Benefit
• Generous Parental Leave policies
• 401K (with a company match after 1 year of service)
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• 13 Paid Holidays
• ½ Day Summer Fridays
• Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
• On Site Fitness Rooms
• Other League & Partner Discounts
  
  
  

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer 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.