Coordinator, Community Impact

Job Description

Who are we:
A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we're looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast-paced world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.

Who are you:
An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging, and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you're committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you'd be shocked if guests weren't positively impacted by their interactions with you.

Job Summary:

The Atlanta Hawks are seeking a Community Impact Coordinator to build and execute strategic work plans that achieve measurable results and optimal use of resources to develop and grow our community activations with a focus on enhancing our connection to, and role within the Greater Atlanta Community.

We are seeking someone who is both passionate about service and committed to cross-departmental collaboration and can work with corporate partners on execution of collaborative community programming.

What you will do: (Responsibilities)
• Serve as program coordinator for social responsibility programs in key focus areas and/or with corporate partners to ensure best-in-class programming
• Serve as lead on donation and community ticket program> Includes assisting with player ticket program, vetting and fielding requests, tracking inventory, data entry, producing reports and recaps, and game-night duties
• Assist in coordinating the team's year-round social responsibility calendar with a goal of collaborating and communicating across departments
• Support and/or lead CSR Team in the planning and execution of upcoming initiatives/events
• Responsible for social responsibility program recaps, working with internal stakeholders such as Brand Communications, Marketing and Corporate Partnerships
• Draft internal messaging for upcoming volunteer and giving opportunities
• Provide updates for the CSR section of Hawks.com to ensure current content and opportunities to drive engagement
• Serve as liaison to NBA communicating holistic community efforts across the Hawks organization, which includes sending summaries, recaps, photos, videos, etc.
• Develop and foster relationships with key community constituents to further integrate the team into the community
• Represent the team at local events during normal business hours, as well as weekends and after hours and when needs dictate.
• Assist with entering Community Data Entries for CSR initiatives and events
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

What we need from you: (Required Skills/Abilities)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Works effectively and quickly in a dynamic environment
• Event planning experience or skills is preferred
• Ability to work with internal and external clients with a positive customer service-oriented attitude
• Strong ability to handle pressure situations, apply analytical skills and take proactive efforts to problem solve
• Highly organized self-starter who can work well across departments to fill this role
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and at all job levels
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Education and Experience:
• Ideal candidate will have 2-3 years related experience, specifically community relations, non-profit or sports industry required
• Bachelor's degree required in Sports Administration, Business, Communications, or related field, Postgrad degree is a plus

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry 25lbs or more
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended periods of time

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9mb64-18-221-254-168-42 in your application.