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15 Oct 2024

Retail Brand Ambassador

🇺🇸 Elmont, NY, USA
Part Time
0+ years exp.

A storied sports franchise…a world class arena…the best fans…
AND YOU

Original – Authentic – Vibrant – Attainable
Our Game Plan
The New York Islanders Hockey Club is one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports, with a deeply passionate and loyal fan base that is second to none. Built on a Dynasty in the 1980’s with four straight Stanley Cup Championships, our history is what will propel us into the future, confidently assuming a position of strength in the sports, entertainment, and cultural landscape.

Our home at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, which was built for hockey and made for music, cements our brand into the very foundation of New York. We have always carved our own path, and to our fans the Islanders are a way for people to be a part of something greater than themselves. To be a part of living history, with the glory of the past fueling the drive for our fifth Stanley Cup.

How to Make the Team
We are hiring a Part-time Retail Brand Ambassador. If you are passionate about building your retail career in the sports & entertainment industry, then we want to get to know you. The Retail Brand Ambassador promotes our brands and ensures guests have a memorable experience shopping at UBS Arena. You will engage guests to help find that perfect item that they must have. Every guest that comes in can help spread brand awareness.

We're looking for an enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment, and people. You have a 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 New York Islanders and UBS 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.

Show Us You Can
Promote our brand and product in a positive and enthusiastic manner
Engage our guests to create a unique and individualized experience
Greet and sell Islanders merchandise to our guests
Open and close our retail stores while handling accurate bank and store keys
Control and maintain accurate merchandise inventory
Assist Retail Managers and Lead Ambassadors in-store operations
Maintain a clean and sterile work environment for the health and safety of team members and guests

Your Training & Talent
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to adapt to different guest interactions and situations
Willingness to learn and be able to work well within a team
Punctuality and reliability are a must
Outstanding and welcoming personality and work ethic
Flexible schedule and ability to work late hours, weekends, long nights, and holidays. Must have availability to work 80% of scheduled events monthly
Previous experience in retail a plus
Ability to walk, stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Where You’ll Go
Work home games at the Team Store

What Skills You’ll Use
Flexibility: Switch gears on a moment’s notice and adapt to shifting priorities
Motivation: Leverage your personal skills to drive results and influence success
Autonomy: Manage your time, work independently, and prioritize tasks
Collaboration: Liaise with cross-functional internal teams and establish positive relationships
Creativity: Think outside the box, bringing innovative ideas to the table
Accountability: Take ownership of your work
Conflict Resolution: Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills

What’s in it for You
Leadership in an iconic NHL® franchise in our quest for a 5th Stanley Cup
Experience and growth in the sports industry

The Fine Print
The New York Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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