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28 Nov 2024

Coordinator, Major League Clubhouse

🇺🇸 Denver, CO, USA
Full Time
3+ years exp.
US$56,000 – US$60,000 per year

Coordinator, Major League Clubhouse

ABOUT US:

The Colorado Rockies are a professional Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. The mission of the Colorado Rockies Baseball Club is to embody the principles and practices of a championship organization in both the sport and business of baseball. In the rich tradition that has made baseball America's national pastime, we are committed to conducting our business with integrity, service, quality, and trust. We are committed to achieving excellence both on and off the field.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The coordinator position assists the Home Clubhouse Manager in maintaining the equipment and clubhouse operation year-round. In addition to daily tasks during the season, this position will help prepare for and run Spring Training, make pertinent decisions for the good of the club and clubhouse department, assist in preparing for special event days, and help gear up for other major events that take place during the season and potential postseason. The coordinator will help guide and keep the rest of the seasonal staff on task. Traveling to some of the necessary away games during the season will be expected.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (REQUIRED, BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

  • Manage the clubhouse operations, including keeping it clean, organizing equipment, and ensuring the clubhouse is ready for the team.
  • Maintain accurate inventory of equipment and uniforms, including ordering the uniforms and equipment.
  • Work every home game to ensure quality and safety protocols are followed.
  • Hire and train new Clubhouse employees and coworkers.
  • Assist in packing and organizing for road trips and unpacking upon the team’s return.
  • Travel with the team to assist them on road trips as needed.
  • Wash and maintain the cleanliness of uniforms, towels, and workout loops.
  • Set up and replenish coolers, cups, and batting practice equipment.
  • Coordinate with the train staff to ensure pre- and post-game meals are available.
  • Coordinate with team personnel to ensure the needs of players and staff are met.
  • Set up and organize the clubhouse before and after games, practices, and team events
  • Providing amenities for players and umpires, including lodging and meals Track Clubhouse budget.
  • Work and live in Arizona for Major League Spring Training each season
  • Lead seasonal staff in daily Clubhouse responsibilities.
  • Address any issues with seasonal staff with professionalism.
  • Maintain professional relationships with players, coaches, and staff members.
  • Maintain balance with office tasks and equipment operations.
  • Participate during in-season and off-season planning meetings.

CANDIDATE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

  • 3+ years of experience working in a Major or Minor League Clubhouse required.
  • At least 1 year of experience working in Spring Training is required.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Quickbooks .
  • Capable of tracking large inventory numbers accurately.
  • Understand the game and functionality of baseball.
  • Honest, earnest, hardworking, and professional.
  • Capable of making sound decisions to help maintain the continuity of the clubhouse operation.
  • Ability to operate independently and think logically to prioritize matters of importance.
  • Must be detail-oriented
  • Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with members of the Club’s front office, on-field staff, and players.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Outlook, Excel, Word, and

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work a flexible schedule with long hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Travel will be required.

The following physical requirements are essential to the duties and responsibilities of this role:

  • Work Environment: The position requires flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel to different locations (domestic and international) will be required, which may involve extended stays away from home.
  • Location: The position will be primarily based at Coors Field but will spend significant time at our Spring Training Facility in Salt River Fields. It will involve regular exposure to outdoor environments, varying weather conditions, and active participation in individual and group physical activities.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and be on your feet for extended periods.
  • Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, running, bending, kneeling, and reaching are required for training sessions, assisting athletes, and setting up equipment.
  • Manual Dexterity: Ability to manipulate training equipment, weight room tools, and technology such as Force Plates, laptops, and other performance tracking devices.
  • Lifting & Carrying: Ability to lift, carry, and transport training equipment, weights, and other materials (up to 50 lbs).
  • Vision & Hearing: Ability to observe training sessions, monitor players’ movements, and listen to verbal communication and feedback from players and coaches.
  • Travel: Frequent travel by car and plane to various affiliate locations, requiring the ability to carry and transport equipment.
  • Environmental Exposure: The position involves working in both indoor and outdoor environments and interacting with varying weather conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain) during games, practices, and events.
  • Mental and Emotional Stamina: The role demands excellent mental focus, decision-making, and interpersonal communication.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Annual salary of $56,000 - $60,000. This is a regular status, full-time position.
  • As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills, and any other factors the Colorado Rockies consider relevant to the hiring decision for this position.
  • In addition to the base salary, the Club believes in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, employee discounts on merchandise, and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by December 6th, 2024
  • The estimated time to complete the recruitment process is December 20th, 2024. Please note that this is just an estimate, and the application and recruiting process may extend or close at any time.
  • A note for Colorado Rockies employees:
    • You must be logged in to UKG to apply.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Rockies baseball is for everyone! We pride ourselves on hiring, developing, and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment or promotion without regard to race (including, but not limited to, traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length and/or protective hairstyles), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, ancestry, age (40+), creed, religion, disability, veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth and related conditions, or any other category or activity protected by law. In addition, we will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities in compliance with the ADA. All employment and promotion decisions will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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