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Who we are:

The mission of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship. We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!

Who you are:

You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues, the NFL and the NBA. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see its teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, and ready to work hard and have fun.

Position Summary:

The New Orleans Pelicans Community Relations Manager will be responsible for leading and implementing community initiatives within specific programs, that result in providing an impact in the community, as well as enhancing the positive image of the New Orleans Pelicans’ brand. This personable, assertive, and eloquent individual will also have the goal of utilizing the Pelicans brand to engage community members across the state and Gulf South region.

What you will be doing:

Develop, manage, and execute programming related to Pelicans Community Relations pillars of engagement
Foster, nurture, and maintain strategic relationships with non-profit organizations, civic groups, and school administrations (among other related entities) in order to continually enhance the image of the organization in the community, and maintain status as a vested community partner
Execute programming with key internal and external stakeholders and serve as a Pelicans liaison to the grassroots community efforts across the Gulf South region
Support/Manage the development and growth of NBA community initiatives on the organization’s level
Generate community-focused ideas/programming to integrate into Pelicans Corporate Partner sponsorship agreements
Execute community-focused programming incorporated into Pelicans Corporate Partner sponsorship agreements according to contractual obligations
Work with internal departments such as Basketball Operations, Marketing, Game Operations, Communications, Broadcast and other departments to build awareness of programs and initiatives, to create shared value within business operations and to continually expand upon the Pelicans brand in the community
Perform other key duties as assigned

What you’ll bring:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Community-minded individual with 3+ years of proven experience working with community programs, non-profit, civic, and community groups
Prior experience managing and supervising a team is helpful
Excellent writing, organizational, and planning skills are a must
Confidence in building and delivering presentations, as well as engaging in public speaking opportunities
Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and logically
Able to work effectively with internal and external constituents
Must be a motivated, self-starter capable of balancing multiple tasks
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as directed by games and the NBA schedule
Must be able to lift 25+ pounds
Must be able to work outside

What we offer:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
401K with employer contributions
Paid parental leave
PTO and paid holidays
Wellness Program

Applications must be submitted online. Please do not mail or email resumes to the Pelicans. All qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or by email. Please do not contact the Pelicans Human Resources or Hiring Manager to check the status of your application. When applying, please be sure your updated contact information is provided.

The New Orleans Pelicans are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for candidates and employees regardless of their membership in any protected classifications. The Pelicans will not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, and pregnancy), religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and/or any other legally protected class under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This anti-discrimination policy applies with respect to all employment decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, discipline, and discharge. The Pelicans are committed to equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act and state law. If you feel you need an accommodation for a disability, please inform us. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you request an accommodation, it is essential that you participate fully in the interactive process.