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Los Angeles Dodgers

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Customer Relations
    Government & Politics
  • Los Angeles

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant bachelor’s degree, 10 years in community relations, event planning, strong communication skills, and experience with marginalized groups. Bilingual preferred.
  • You will oversee community relations initiatives, manage a team, develop strategic plans, coordinate events, monitor KPIs, prepare budgets, and create written materials to promote community efforts.

Requirements

  • * Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • * Minimum of 10 years previous experience in community relations, private sector, or non-profit field preferred including a minimum of 5 years of direct personnel management.
  • * Minimum 5-7 years of event planning management experience.
  • * Proven track record working successfully in community marginalized groups, developing deep relationships with all community stakeholders.
  • * Ability to display independent judgement and evaluate new approaches to problem solving.
  • * Experience in creating and implementing training programs for the team and other partners.
  • * Ability to manage multiple projects including partnering with other Dodgers teams and external stakeholders, creating a spirit of collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
  • * Goal oriented, self-starter with strong work ethic and ability to perform multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • * Work experience in crisis communication.
  • * Demonstrate innovative thinking/spirit.
  • * Exceptional communication skills with the ability to interact and work with leadership, players, player families and staff at every level.
  • * Ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers (residents, civic and business leaders, and volunteers).
  • * Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times in a professional manner.
  • * Must have a valid driver’s license with verifiable safe driving record
  • * Must be willing and able to occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • * Bi-lingual skills preferred.
  • * Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Conceive the CR Annual Strategic Plan – including all MLB initiatives – and successfully execute annually using data driven tools and quantitative analysis to measure and evaluate event impacts with the goal of growing and expanding community impacts on an annual basis
  • Develop and supervise a team of three full-time staff and in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the community relations team including oversight of all community relations events
  • Train and manage CR staff implementation of a multi-faceted community relations program including but not limited to the following initiatives:
  • Military Initiatives: flag ceremonies; reenlistments; Military Hero of the Game; military care packages; Opening Day; Memorial Day, 4th of July; Veteran’s Day Batting Practice; Navy Fleet Week; and coordination of color guards and flyovers for special games
  • Educational Initiatives: Various school-based programs, initiatives and activations including literacy, attendance and student academic success initiatives.
  • Health Initiatives: Dodger/UCLA Blue Wish program, hospital visits, Make a Wish partnership and more.
  • Youth Initiatives: Grow and improve the Dodgers signature Kids for Dodger Baseball program, expand youth baseball and softball initiatives, and expand the Commissioners Community Initiative ticket program to even more deserving communities.
  • MLB Initiatives: Shred Hate/No Bully; Summer Slugger; Breaking Barriers Essay Contest; Player Give Back program; Pitch Hit & Run Championship; Playball clinics; Jackie Robinson Day; Roberto Clemente Day; LGBTQ Sprit Day etc.
  • Manage CR led pre-game and game day on-field activities including batting practice visits, meet & greet visits, auction experiences, and player support as needed
  • Oversee the successful implementation of all sponsored programming and ensure all KPI’s are being met.
  • Direct the planning and implementation of the Dodgers annual signature events (Thanksgiving, holiday, and back to school initiatives) in close collaboration with the CR Manager of Special Events.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President on Dodgers Public Relations strategy to identify appropriate opportunities to promote community and charitable efforts
  • Regularly oversee and make direct decisions to carry out numerous Community Affairs functions.
  • Prepare Community Relations budgets, cash-flows, and related spreadsheets for the Vice President.
  • Oversee Community Relations hiring and the day-to-day management of direct reports, including interns and fellows.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Develop strategies, programs and activations that generate revenue for the sponsorship and ticket sales teams.
  • Compose and edit a broad range of written materials, including Community Report, press releases, speeches and talking points for Dodgers executives, staff, and coaches.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Director of Community Relations position?

The salary range for the Director of Community Relations position is between $125,000 and $140,000 per year, depending on job-related factors including experience, job skills, education, and training.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 10 years of previous experience in community relations, private sector, or non-profit fields, including at least 5 years of direct personnel management.

Is experience in event planning necessary for this role?

Yes, a minimum of 5 to 7 years of event planning management experience is required for this position.

Will the Director of Community Relations manage a team?

Yes, the Director will develop and supervise a team of three full-time staff members in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the community relations team.

What types of initiatives will the Director oversee?

The Director will oversee various initiatives, including military initiatives, educational initiatives, health initiatives, youth initiatives, and MLB initiatives such as Shred Hate and Jackie Robinson Day.

Are bilingual skills preferred for this position?

Yes, bilingual skills are preferred for candidates applying for the Director of Community Relations position.

What is the application process for current employees?

Current Los Angeles Dodgers employees should apply via the internal job board in UltiPro by following the prompts: MENU > MYSELF > MY COMPANY > VIEW OPPORTUNITIES > select the position > CONSENT > APPLY NOW.

Is there a requirement for the ability to work flexible hours?

Yes, applicants must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

How does the Los Angeles Dodgers LLC ensure equal opportunity in hiring?

LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified applicants regardless of race, creed, and background, and complies with all applicable laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination.

Will reasonable accommodations be provided for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process?

Yes, LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. If accommodations are needed, candidates can contact TalentRelations@ladodgers.com.

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Los Angeles Dodgers

Entertainment & Media
Industry
201-500
Employees
1883
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Los Angeles Dodgers are a professional baseball team based in Los Angeles, California. The Dodgers are members of the National League West division of Major League Baseball (MLB). The team originated in Brooklyn, New York, where it was known by a number of nicknames before becoming the Dodgers definitively by 1932. The team moved to Los Angeles before the 1958 season. They played their first four seasons in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum before moving to their current home of Dodger Stadium, the third-oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball (trailing Fenway Park and Wrigley Field). Since 2012, the Los Angeles Dodgers have been led by Guggenheim Baseball Management and a successful team of owners consisting of Mark Walter, Magic Johnson, Todd Boehly, Bobby Patton, Jr., Peter Guber, Billie Jean King and Ilana Kloss. Under this ownership group, the Dodgers have continued to set attendance records and achieved the team's first World Series championship in over 30 years. Andrew Friedman is the Dodgers’ President, Baseball Operations and the Manager is Dave Roberts, who recently agreed to a four-year contract to manage club through 2022. The Dodgers front office comprises approximately 300 full-time and 1,400 part-time employees. The Dodgers have won seven World Series titles and 21 National League pennants. Eight Cy Young Award winners have pitched for the Dodgers, winning a total of ten Cy Young Awards (both MLB records). The team has also produced 12 Rookie of the Year award winners, including four back-to-back from 1979–1982 and five back-to-back from 1992–1996, the longest consecutive streaks in Major League Baseball.

Benefits

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • 401k Plan

  • Basic Life Insurance

  • Game tickets

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays