What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mascot Coordinator position at Minnesota Timberwolves?
Why Join the Pack?
We understand that to win championships, it starts with the people. We’re all teammates with a united focus on fostering an inclusive winning culture that empowers, values and recognizes each other. Because working together is how we do what’s right for the communities we live, work and play in. It’s how we innovate, learn and grow as individuals and as a group. And it’s how we elevate lives through the power of basketball.
Position Summary/Objective: You will be a part of building an entertaining and exciting atmosphere where you will help elevate our mascot program to the next level for both our Timberwolves and Lynx teams. You are a critical part to the execution of our departments needs before, during, and after all home games and events. We are looking for a self-motivated, ambitious, and passionate individual to join our dynamic team.
What would you do?
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:
Proficiencies Or Equivalent Experiences
Travel: Position may require travel.
Additional Information
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. In addition to working office hours staff may be required to work Timberwolves and Lynx games as well as external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. Work is both sedentary and active in nature. The working environment is generally favorable, and office lighting and temperature are adequate. Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes bleachers/steps as well as moderate noise levels .
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently ascend and descend bleachers/steps and traverse around the arena both on event days and non-event days. Staff may occasionally move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
Travel Position may require travel to external events.
EEO Statement
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx are an equal employment opportunity organization
Our DEI Commitment
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives reflect our nature as a Pack. Each one is defined by our collective strength and effort to move everyone forward. Through DEI, we speak up against social injustices, marginalization, and oppression, provide equal opportunities, embrace the differences of others, and create an environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome. Together, we empower each other to be champions of change, help put those around us in a position to win and use our voices for good.
As an organization, we’re proud to commit to accountability, transparency, change, and building DEI into everything we do; because when we do, our community becomes stronger.
E-Verify Statement
We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Apply now to interview with us!
We understand that to win championships, it starts with the people. We’re all teammates with a united focus on fostering an inclusive winning culture that empowers, values and recognizes each other. Because working together is how we do what’s right for the communities we live, work and play in. It’s how we innovate, learn and grow as individuals and as a group. And it’s how we elevate lives through the power of basketball.
Position Summary/Objective: You will be a part of building an entertaining and exciting atmosphere where you will help elevate our mascot program to the next level for both our Timberwolves and Lynx teams. You are a critical part to the execution of our departments needs before, during, and after all home games and events. We are looking for a self-motivated, ambitious, and passionate individual to join our dynamic team.
What would you do?
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:
- Lead mascot role of Prowl for Minnesota Lynx games and events.
- Collaborate with Live Programming and Entertainment team to incorporate Prowl elements into game entertainment at each home game.
- Manage appearance schedule for Prowl, including communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Expand in-game mascot program for the Timberwolves and Lynx, including on-court and video skits/routines.
- Assistant for Crunch during Timberwolves games and events.
- Ability to perform as any of the organization’s multiple characters.
- Generate mascot program revenue through paid appearances.
- Assist with hiring, scheduling and overall supervision of game-night Mascot Assistants.
- Maintain the Prowl costume and props associated with the program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Proficiencies Or Equivalent Experiences
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Maintaining physical fitness is necessary to meet the physical demands of performing.
- Must be comfortable performing in front of large crowds.
- Previous mascot experience is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Strong written and interpersonal skills required.
- Digital literacy required: experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) is preferred.
- Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to work well on a team and independently.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Excellent attention to detail.
Travel: Position may require travel.
Additional Information
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. In addition to working office hours staff may be required to work Timberwolves and Lynx games as well as external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. Work is both sedentary and active in nature. The working environment is generally favorable, and office lighting and temperature are adequate. Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes bleachers/steps as well as moderate noise levels .
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently ascend and descend bleachers/steps and traverse around the arena both on event days and non-event days. Staff may occasionally move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
Travel Position may require travel to external events.
EEO Statement
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx are an equal employment opportunity organization
Our DEI Commitment
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives reflect our nature as a Pack. Each one is defined by our collective strength and effort to move everyone forward. Through DEI, we speak up against social injustices, marginalization, and oppression, provide equal opportunities, embrace the differences of others, and create an environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome. Together, we empower each other to be champions of change, help put those around us in a position to win and use our voices for good.
As an organization, we’re proud to commit to accountability, transparency, change, and building DEI into everything we do; because when we do, our community becomes stronger.
E-Verify Statement
We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Apply now to interview with us!