Manager, Community (GSV)
About The Position
The Golden State Valkyries are looking for a Manager, Community to play a critical role in the development and delivery of our social responsibility and community platforms. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, creative vision and operational/event expertise to align community impact initiatives with our cross-functional partners, and will work closely with our marketing, partnerships and communications teams to build trust with our community partners. This position reports to the Director, Community. Come share your expertise with a growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication! This is a full-time position based onsite in Oakland, CA with time spent in San Francisco for game days and community events.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 5 years in community affairs, cause-marketing or corporate social responsibility.
- Impeccable attention to detail and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to collaborate, influence and build partnerships both internally and across industries (e.g., sports and entertainment, non-profit, education, technology and government)
- Excellent written and verbal communication, service, resolution and presentation skills
- Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
- A passion for professional basketball, live entertainment, and social issues facing our community
- Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends
Responsibilities
- Execute the day-to-day activities and responsibilities of the Community department
- Develop and execute programs and initiatives that amplify and support the Valkyries social responsibility mission and objectives, as well as those of WNBA Cares
- Develop and support organic Valkyries fan/supporter groups
- Manage the Valkyries auction items and ticket donation process/platforms
- Work directly with Corporate Partnerships to intake and onboard partners with community integrations, including participating in initial ideation process, developing pitch materials and content, and delegating programs and initiatives
- Build positive relationships with community partners, including non-profit organizations, service providers and community leaders
- Represent the Valkyries at a variety of community events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area
- Assist in developing standard operating procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
- Employer 401K match
- Vacation and generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.
- We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
