Athletic Ops Intern

Spooky Nook Sports • Manheim, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Operations Intern is responsible for the successful development and operation of several departments at Nook Sports. The sports of emphasis for this internship include Basketball, Lacrosse, Adult Recreation, Futsal, and Volleyball. This internship will begin by September and run through the fall, with the possibility of extending beyond based on availability and performance. NOTE: Because this position will involve routine interaction with children, all candidates must successfully obtain the following clearances PRIOR to beginning employment: PA State Police criminal history record, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint-based criminal history clearance. If you do not already have these, please follow this link to begin the process of obtaining your clearances: http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov/resources/clearances/index.htm. We recommend obtaining these as soon as possible to ensure your employment can begin promptly, as results may take up to 4 weeks to arrive. You must possess the “Employment” versions of each clearance and not the “Volunteer” versions.

Requirements

• PA Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance: Must be dated within the past 5 years and specifically for employment (not volunteer). NOTE: If you do not have already these clearances, you will be provided with instructions when an offer of employment is made. Results can take up to 4-6 weeks. Both clearances must be presented before employment can begin.
• 18 years of age or older
• Must be current Senior or Junior at accredited institution in the field of Business, Sports Management, Communications, or related field
• Ability to work up to 30 hours per week
• Dependable transportation to and from work
• Language skills: Fluent knowledge of the English language; including the ability to read and interpret written information and speak and understand verbal communication
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the position with any reasonable accommodations as necessary
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Highly dependable with a history of consistent attendance and punctuality

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in hospitality, guest service, or sports management preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nook Sports Directors with day to day operations
• Communicate with local, regional, and national club teams in a variety of sports via phone and email to inform them of upcoming Nook tournaments
• Develop a local, regional, and national network of sports industry contacts to market events to
• Learn software programs such as Max and Tourney Machine to accept payment for tournament and league registrations
• Assist in running tournaments, leagues and events as the point of contact for coaches and officials
• Send communication to coaches, players, and officials for upcoming events
• Attend marketing events locally to raise awareness for Spooky Nook Sports
• Setup and teardown of fields/courts for league and tournament play
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Free individual membership to our massive 80,000+ sq. ft. fitness center, including all the equipment you need to fit almost any training program. Membership also includes all group fitness classes. (Upgrade to family membership at 50% off the total price).
• 1.5x your hourly rate of pay for holiday hours worked
• 35% discount on food and beverage purchases, including our upscale restaurant, Forklift and Palate
• 50% discount on Tuesdays at the Forklift and Palate Restaurant
• 35% off all Nook apparel
• Free child watch (3-hour increments)
• Discounts on birthday parties, personal training, event space rental, and more!
• Discounts at participating local restaurants and businesses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree