Oakland Ballers Associate

About Us

The Oakland Ballers are a dynamic, community-driven professional baseball club committed to delivering an unforgettable fan experience while helping fuel the revitalization of Oakland. As a fast-growing, startup-style organization, we operate with energy, creativity, and a team-first mindset.

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the season as an Oakland Ballers Associate. This role is intentionally designed for emerging sports business professionals who want hands-on experience inside a growing professional franchise. As a Ballers Associate, you will help power the fan experience while gaining meaningful exposure to how a modern sports organization operates.

Position Summary

The Oakland Ballers Associate plays an essential role in delivering the energy, organization, and service excellence that define the Ballers experience. Associates support the execution of gameday operations and business initiatives across the organization, including ticket and group sales, marketing campaigns, content creation, fan engagement, merchandise, entertainment, and front office projects.

This is a hands-on, developmental opportunity designed for emerging sports business professionals who want meaningful exposure to the inner workings of a growing professional franchise. Associates will work closely with front office leadership while building practical skills in live event execution, direct sales, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role is best suited for adaptable, proactive, team-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn, take initiative, and contribute to something bigger than themselves.

Key Responsibilities

Gameday Operations May Include:

Fan Services

Serve as an usher or guest services representative, providing exceptional customer service, assisting guests with seating and navigation, and resolving inquiries promptly and professionally.

Ticketing, Parking & Crowd Control

Support day of game ticket needs, including sales, scanning and verify tickets. Assist with entry flow into Raimondi Park as a ticket taker and into Ballers parking lots as a parking attendant. Help maintain a safe and organized environment throughout the venue.

Game Presentation & Entertainment

Support the entertainment team's run of show, including on-field activities, scoreboard operations, in-game content support, and fan activations.

Merchandise, Groups & Activations

Assist with merchandise sales, group hospitality, sponsor activations, and special event coordination.

Setup & Breakdown

Partner with Operations to prepare the ballpark before gates open and assist with postgame breakdown of equipment, signage, and activation areas.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure all operational procedures and safety guidelines are upheld.

Front Office Support May Include:

SalesSupport individual and group ticket sales efforts, organize ticket packages, assist with outreach, and contribute to fan and sponsor initiatives.

MarketingAssist with promotional execution, content support, street team efforts, and in-game marketing elements.

OperationsProvide administrative support across departments including logistics, non-gameday events, community outreach, etc.

Qualifications

Availability

In-person availability is expected for the full Oakland Ballers home schedule, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays.

Experience

Customer service, event operations, or sports-related experience preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, team-first attitude
• Demonstrates initiative, professionalism, and a desire to contribute beyond assigned tasks.

Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Position Details

Employment Type: Seasonal (May-September 2026)
* Compensation: $17.34 per hour

Expected Hours: Average 25-40 hours per week, depending on the game schedule and team needs

Work Arrangement: Hybrid. Gamedays and certain events are in person at Raimondi Park; administrative, sales outreach and project work may be completed remotely. In-person availability is expected for the full Oakland Ballers home schedule, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays.
* * Applicants able to begin before May are encouraged to apply. We will also consider candidates who may not be available for the full season.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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From May 10th - September 30, 2026 what is your availability to work in-person?

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