50/50 Raffle Sales Ambassador

San Diego Padres•San Diego, CA

9d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

As an entry level 50/50 Raffle Sales Ambassador, you will be responsible for meeting the department sales goals for the Padres Foundation set by your lead. During Padres home games ambassadors will connect with hundreds of fans through the sale of 50/50 raffle tickets and spread the message that half the proceeds will be awarded to the raffle winner and the other half help support the Padres Foundation’s initiatives in children’s health, education, youth baseball/softball, bi-national efforts, and the military community.

Requirements

Being consistent, punctual, and have reliable attendance
Being energetic, self-motivated, and a natural conversation starter who is comfortable fundraising and selling in front of large crowds
Being personable, enthusiastic, positive, and professional, with the ability to keep that same composure in a fast-paced large crowd environment
Possessing a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability
Having excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills
Having the ability to meet sales goals
Having the ability to meet sales goals; previous sales experience is preferred
Having the ability to quickly learn, operate, and troubleshoot technology-driven handheld, portable devices
Having the ability to work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner to create a positive and memorable ballpark and/or venue experience
Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time, up to the complete duration of shifts, during games and events, and in all inclement weather, including rain and/or direct sunlight; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
Must be available to work a minimum of eighty percent (80%) of all baseball games during each calendar year, including one hundred percent (100%) of all baseball games scheduled for weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) with the exception of up to six (6) weekend events
Must be available for the following “All Hands-on Deck” games – Opening Day, March 26th, and all home post-season games, which could be played in October/November
Available to work flexible hours on a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Nice To Haves

Being bi-lingual in English/Spanish is a plus but not necessary

Responsibilities

Exemplifying our Petco Park Promise: CARE, CONNECT, EXCEED by proactively welcoming all guests to the ballpark and consistently striving to exceed all guests’ expectations
Responsibility for hitting sales goals for the Padres Foundation (sale is determined by your lead based on opposing team, number of fans in ballpark, Padres promotions, etc.)
Sell 50/50 raffle tickets to Petco Park guests directly at their seats, as a roaming raffle seller around the ballpark, and at stationary kiosks
Operating and maintaining high quality condition of the 50/50 raffle equipment
Accurately handling credit card transactions daily
Avidly communicating the Padres Foundation mission statement, pillars, and programs
Avidly communicating the 50/50 Raffle rules and procedures to potential participants
Continuously improving your understanding and knowledge of the ballpark, baseball, and the Padres to engage and assist our guests
Caring for our ballpark by reporting security, safety, and housekeeping issues to event management staff via appropriate communication channels
Working collaboratively to create a positive and memorable ballpark and/or venue experience
Assisting with the maintenance, cleanliness and organization of the 50/50 raffle room and supplies