Job description

Job Description Summary

The Operations Specialist, Sporting Fields + Athletics for Sporting Kansas City will provide guests with a safe and inviting venue, as well as experiences that are the best in Major League Soccer. This individual will assist the Operations Team in ensuring that Sporting KC facilities and fields are operating as efficiently and effectively as possible.

Sporting Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and equity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. All associates are expected to positively collaborate with individuals of diverse backgrounds. All talented individuals looking for a challenge are encouraged to apply.

ASSOCIATE PERKS

• Pay starting at $16.00 per hour.
• Eligible for performance increases each Major League Soccer season you return.
• 20% retail discount on merchandise.
• End of season Experience Celebration party at Children’s Mercy Park.
• Sporting KC Merchandise giveaways at each home match.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure the facility is operating according to the mission, vision and values of Sporting KC.
• Collaborate with Sporting KC leadership to implement policies and procedures for operations at all Sporting Fields + Athletics locations.
• Manage preparations facilities for internal and external rentals.
• Communicate and plan effectively with both internal and external partners and/or vendors.
• Perform all operational needs of Sporting Fields + Athletics facilities. This includes complex maintenance, equipment repair, trash and recycling, opening and closing of gates, ordering and restocking of supplies, etc.
• Provide operational assistance for all Sporting Club-hosted tournaments, specifically facility preparation, on-site partner activation, tournament communications and staff assignments.
• Assist with youth soccer initiatives and events, as needed.
• Represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Exceptional time management.
• Professional appearance and demeanor, as well as a friendly personality with excellent customer service skills.
• Leadership and motivational skills.
• Excel working in a team environment.
• Analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Strong attention to detail.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a minimum of 16 years old.
• Basic technology skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate preferred.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Required to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Use hands to finger, hand or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Required to talk and hear consistently.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry and/or drag up to twenty-five (25) pounds if necessary.
• Specific vision abilities required by the role include the ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus as necessary.
• Ability to work in various extreme outdoor weather conditions, including exposure to the sun and heat.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kansas City, KS 66111: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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