Manager, Community Relations

DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS LLC•Sugar Land, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sugar Land Space Cowboys Community Relations Manager develops and implements community engagement programs that build relationships between the team and the local community. The role oversees charitable efforts, supports revenue-generating initiatives, and executes grassroots marketing programs. The position also manages Street Team employees and a promotional marketing associate, including hiring and performance management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and self-motivate.
Strong time-management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, technically minded, and able to follow through effectively.
Understanding of baseball.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and selected holidays.
Creative and proactive problem-solving ability.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience preferred.
At least two years of management experience preferred.
Experience in the sports or entertainment industry.
Prior experience working with or alongside nonprofit organizations.
Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee charitable efforts and allocation of funds raised through Space Cowboys initiatives.
Build relationships with nonprofit organizations to create promotional partnerships, fundraising opportunities, and community events at the ballpark.
Coordinate community speaking requests for front-office staff and organize front-office volunteer events.
Assist the mascot coordinator with the annual spring and summer reading program, including printed materials, scheduling and fulfilling school visits and assemblies, and distributing prizes and tickets.
Develop the sales and marketing strategy for Orion’s Kids Club, including program growth, quarterly events, ticket distribution, and incentives.
Collaborate with the marketing team on ballpark entertainment, including pregame performances, national anthem singers, and community tabling.
Work with the partnership team to develop and activate community partner programs.
Organize and execute jersey auctions, including event-day operations, inventory, and pickup.
Work toward sales goals through group sales, fundraising ticket sales, and Orion’s Kids Club.
Engage with fans at events and in the stadium.
Hire and manage Street Team employees and a promotional marketing associate as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.