Manager, Community Impact

Job Summary

The Manager, Community Impact is responsible for coordinating and implementing all Arizona Cardinals' community impact initiatives, events, and activities, as well as league programs, coordinating player appearances, autograph signings, and assisting with other programming.

Primary Job Duties

• Lead the planning and execution of League and team community programs and events such as Inspire Change, Heritage/History Month activations, My Cause, My Cleats, Crucial Catch, Community Spotlight, etc.
• Oversee the creation, scheduling, and execution of community outreach programs for community partners, schools and sponsors related to the team's main initiatives.
• Manage all community impact aspects of training camp including post-practice autograph sessions.
• Maintain the department's social media presence (Cardinals In The Community account) via relevant community content.
• Serve and primary point of contact with partners and non-profit organizations.
• Oversee the coordination of community Impact appearances by players, including the planning and execution of all player-focused holiday activations.
• Serve as a liaison between the team and community partners.
• Support the development and implementation of all aspects of the club's community-related strategy.
• Contribute and oversee the Community Impact Annual Report.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in community impact/relations, professional sports entertainment, NFL or Special Event experience
• An individual who is enthusiastic about service and building community
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to multi-task and solve problems in a high-stress, fast-paced live event/production environment
• Meticulous and highly self-motivated with a shared commitment to excellence
• Strong understanding of brand standards
• Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length
• This role will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary

• Comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
• 401(k) retirement option with employer match contribution
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Daily free lunch
• Complimentary season tickets
• Subsidized gym memberships

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary

• Equal opportunity employer