2026 Seasonal Tournament Official

About the role

This paid, seasonal position will span from March until November 2025. The primary workload is scheduled between Friday and Sunday each week.

Responsibilities

• Learn 'The Ripken Way' to play an integral role in operating the best baseball tournaments in the nation
• Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for guests, developing camaraderie and acting as a positive role model
• Adhere to the Ripken values and brand standards, ensuring a consistent representation of excellence
• Acquire expertise in tournament operations through hands-on guidance from seasoned professionals
• Announce youth baseball games (reading player names and advertisements), play music, run the scoreboard, relay messages to the Tournament Director, and assist our operations team with tasks around the complex
• Maintain a high level of professionalism while providing extraordinary customer service
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning, displaying initiative, desire, and determination to champion the values associated with the Ripken name and brand
• Work with staff to achieve objectives effectively and efficiently, while providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience for participants
• Be considered to work other Ripken Baseball events in the future, based on performance

Qualifications

• This part-time opportunity is ideal for high school or college students, as well as individuals seeking a supplementary weekend job.
• Full-season commitment is not required; your availability can vary throughout the season.
• Preferred: Prior work experience in a customer service environment
• Previous experience within the sports sector
• Genuine passion for sports, with a particular emphasis on baseball/softball

Special Physical Requirements

• Outgoing, friendly personality
• Top-tier communication skills
• Engaging, outgoing personality with abundant energy and proactive initiative
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Familiarity and capability to operate an iPad, sound system, and microphone
• Ability and willingness to physically perform all job responsibilities
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including weekends and evenings
• Availability and ability for on-site work in Aberdeen, MD