What are the responsibilities and job description for the Game Day Operations Staff position at NJ/NY Gotham FC?
NJ/NY Gotham FC (“Gotham FC” or “the Club”) is a National Women’s Soccer League (“NWSL”) team representing New Jersey and New York. The team plays at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ. At Gotham FC, we don’t just play soccer; we set trends, challenge the status quo, and lead with bold creativity. While our roots are grounded in the tradition of the beautiful game, everything else about us is fiercely original. We’re here to redefine expectations, break boundaries, and build something that hasn’t been done before. If you’re ready to push the limits and make an impact, you belong at Gotham FC.
The Role:
Current NWSL Champion Gotham FC is seeking Game Day Operations Staff to support match day and live event execution at Sports Illustrated Arena in Harrison, NJ. This is a part-time, match-day–focused role for candidates interested in professional sports and live-event operations.
Current NWSL Champion Gotham FC is seeking Game Day Operations Staff to support match day and live event execution at Sports Illustrated Arena in Harrison, NJ. This is a part-time, match-day–focused role for candidates interested in professional sports and live-event operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with match day setup, operations, and breakdown throughout the stadium
- Support Fan Fest setup, operation, and breakdown, including equipment, signage, and fan-facing activations
- Assist with signage installation, hospitality areas, giveaways, and fan experience elements
- Support match day minus-one setup days when applicable, as well as select Meet the Team events and operationally work days
- Provide hands-on support across multiple areas of game day execution, including exposure to marketing and sponsor activations
Qualifications:
- Interest in sports, live events, or event operations; prior experience is a plus but not required
- Strong work ethic and ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment
- Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
Schedule & Commitment
- Part-time, event-based hours centered around Gotham FC home matches
- Hours vary by event and may include early morning call times and late-night breakdowns
- The team’s schedule is published in advance; consistent availability for home matches is expected
Capability & Other Characteristics:
- Hands-on role involving event setup and breakdown
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds
- Comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Location:
Based at Gotham FC’s home stadium – Sport Illustrated Arena, which is in Harrison, NJ. Ability to attend all home games and any mandatory events, as necessary. Gotham FC requires its associates to live in its market, that is, within reasonable commuting distance of Gotham FC’s offices, practice facility and Sport Illustrated Arena, Harrison, NJ.
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Gotham FC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. We are committed to broadening the pool of qualified talent for consideration, including those who have been historically underrepresented. We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Location: Sports Illustrated Arena – Harrison, NJ
Job Type: Part-time, non-exempt (match day focused)
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Benefits: Complimentary tickets to Gotham FC home games
This job description is a broad summary of the essential job functions and general duties for this position, the additional job duties that may be required from time-to-time, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. The person in this role may be required to and must be willing to perform other duties as assigned, to meet organizational needs. This job description may be modified from time to time, at the sole discretion of Gotham FC.
This employee must follow and enforce all policies and procedures formulated by Gotham FC and be a role model for the organization.
The existence of this job description does not modify the employee’s “at-will” status. That is, unless a signed employment contract specifying a term of employment exists between Gotham FC and the employee or his/her/their representative, both Gotham FC and the employee will have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without reason or notice, unless otherwise prohibited by law.
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