TITLE: San Jose Sharks 50/50 Raffle Seller

POSITION TYPE: Seasonal Part-Time, Non-Exempt

COMPANY: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

LOCATION: SAP Center

REPORTS TO: Sharks Foundation Coordinator

POSTING DATED: August 2024

Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $19.50 per hour

***Bonus pay: Hit $1,250 in sales during one shift and will receive an extra $15 for every $250 over $1,250 that night!

***Additional individual bonus on cumulative FY25 raffle ticket sales (sellers can earn up to $3,500)

Position Overview:

The San Jose Sharks are looking for highly motivated sellers who are reliable, organized, and outgoing to join our 50/50 Raffle Seller team for the 2024-2025 hockey season, beginning pre-season in September 2024! This position requires evening and weekend hours as scheduled for San Jose Sharks home games. The 50/50 raffle takes place at every Sharks home game, where one lucky winner receives 50% of the total raffle ticket sales (jackpot) and the Sharks Foundation receives the other 50% to support charitable organizations that fall in line with the Sharks Foundation's beneficiary qualifications. This is a seasonal position ending after the final home game (including playoffs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Continuously approach fans to explain the details of the 50/50 raffle program and offer the opportunity to purchase tickets.
Accurately facilitate the sale of tickets via various technology devices
Understand the mission of the Sharks Foundation
Must always wear an appropriate position-specific uniform during your shift.
The uniform includes an employer-issued Long Sleeve shirt and black pants, black shoes, and black socks.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older.
Must be available for at least 60% of home games.
- Shifts will begin 2-hours before each game and end halfway into the third period for a total of around 4 hours per shift.
Ability to work occasional extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Is a team player in every sense of the word.
Has an outgoing, enthusiastic personality; enjoys working as a part of a team.
Ability to work with people of all ages.
Ability to learn new skills quickly.
Ability to process information in an organized and efficient manner.

Physical Requirements

Ability to operate, transport, and manipulate certain equipment up to 25 pounds with or without accommodations.
Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead and lift up to 25 lbs with or without accommodations.
Physically navigate stairs and catwalks at SSE facilities during normal work hours and events with or without accommodation
Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and crouch for extended periods of time

What We Offer

Competitive compensation
401K (pre-tax and Roth options) after meeting hour requirements
Employee referral bonus program
Employee recognition program
Complimentary or discounted sports and event tickets
Discount in the Sharks Pro Shop
Food and beverage discounts when working (excluding alcohol)
Spot Pet Insurance
Give Virtual Care (GVC)
Complimentary Barracuda tickets
Complimentary ice skating at Sharks Ice (San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland)
Discount on various hockey programs at Sharks Ice
Fun work environment
An inclusive culture that values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE's commitment to change with impact on our community and industry

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Summary:

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment ("SSE") has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:

T - Team success is more important than individual success

E - Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A - Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M - More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T - Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E - Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A - Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L - Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications - in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal-opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans' status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE's HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.