Community Engagement Associate

About the role

Join the Oklahoma City Thunder Community Engagement team as a part-time associate and play an active role in supporting programs and events that positively impact the community. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and thrives in an event-driven environment. As a Community Engagement Associate, you will help bring outreach initiatives to life while gaining valuable experience within a professional sports organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Community Engagement events, including player and entertainer appearances
• Track all community and outreach events, including inventory of activation supplies, staffing, and scheduling
• Support home game night community events and initiatives
• Aid the Community Engagement Outreach Coordinator with event prep, setup, execution, and breakdown
• Regularly update and organize the master calendar for Community Engagement events

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience working in an office environment preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Demonstrated respect for confidentiality and experience handling sensitive information with discretion
• Comfortable working in a team environment, with experience working with children considered a plus

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, as local travel may be necessary
• Physical requirements may include lifting and bending

Skills

• Event coordination
• Customer service
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities within a sports organization
• Opportunities to engage with players and entertainers
• Participation in community events

Pay

• Hourly rate applies

Schedule

• Up to 29 hours per week
• Occasional evening or weekend responsibilities

Additional Details

• This is a part-time, hourly position reporting to the Community Engagement Outreach Coordinator
• The primary work location is the Thunder corporate office located in downtown Oklahoma City
• The physical requirements may include lifting and bending
• The work environment will include both office settings and outdoor events, with exposure to loud noise or music, flashing lights, and varying weather conditions
• The Thunder is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture – Respect and Value Everyone