Event Operations and Game Presentation Graduate Assistant

Job Summary/Responsibilities

The Buffalo Bills reserve the right to change this job description at any time.

• Assist in the development, organization, management, and execution of event/game operations at Highmark Stadium and other Buffalo Bills facilities.
• Manage assigned area and responsibilities during Buffalo Bills home games including but not limited to: The Billevard, Game Day Live Promotions and overall Fan Experience Initiatives.
• Assist with the implementation and execution of all in-stadium activities including promotions on and off the field, anthems, pregame and postgame ceremonies and events, halftime entertainment, mascot assistance, etc.
• Promote a positive fan experience interacting with fans during game day elements.
• Research and implement opportunities for growth in assigned area(s).
• Participate in site visits, create event layouts and execute organization and special events.
• Provide administrative support for a variety of event/game related activities.
• Assist with off-site events, errands, and deliveries as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is Business, Hospitality, Marketing, Sports Administration, or related program. Masters preferred.
• The ideal candidate should have great people skills, be customer service oriented, and have outstanding leadership ability.
• Must be creative to generate new ideas to enhance events.
• Qualified candidates must be self-motivated and have great organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, work effectively under pressure, and be able to multi-task and prioritize while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Individual must be able to work without supervision on complex assignments, all while meeting established deadlines.
• Individual must possess excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Qualified candidates must thrive in a team-first atmosphere and should be able to give intelligent feedback and opinions constructively.
• Individual needs to be able to think critically and be an effective problem solver to troubleshoot and solve issues by using available resources.
• Ability to effectively follow directions are essential.
• The ideal candidate is comfortable speaking in front of larger groups of people as well as one-on-one.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and ability to learn other applicable computer software.
• Candidate must be able to work up to 40-hours per week, including evenings and weekends as scheduled.
• Candidate must have reliable transportation.
• Candidate must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, be on their feet for up to 8 hours, work outside in all weather conditions. Candidates must be able to throw promotional items at a variety of events.

Seasonal Term Lengths

May 2024-May 2025

Candidates must be a recent graduate from a bachelor’s or master’s degree program.

Compensation is $15-17.00/hour.

Resumes will be accepted until March 1, 2024

The Buffalo Bills LLC are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.