Job Details

Overview

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This range is provided by San Diego Padres. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

San Diego Padres Commitment

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin. We strongly encourage candidates from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply. If you are not sure you're 100% qualified but are up for the challenge - we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.

Your role as a Director, Special Event Sales

You will be focused on selling a variety of events throughout Petco Park, The Rady Shell, Eve, and other off-site venues year-round. This role allows for creativity and innovation for nontraditional space to be used in very unique ways. It requires active participation both within the community and within the hospitality industry.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most

• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM, etc.) and ability to learn new software programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task, and manage projects on strict deadlines
• Manage and further develop a sales team
• Ability to multi-task and think creatively
• Personable nature
• Maintain professional demeanor with discretion, integrity, respect and accountability
• Maintain consistent, punctual and reliable attendance
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

What you will be required to meet

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
• Bachelor's Degree or education equivalent, preferably in Sales, Hospitality and Tourism, Event Industry, Marketing or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Event Sales and Hospitality
• Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, Padres home/road games, special events and extended hours as needed
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel as needed
• Physical requirements: able to travel to and access various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods; able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds
• Background check and drug screen as part of post-offer, pre-employment requirements

Pay and benefits

Per the California pay transparency law, the base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 - $120,000. This position is eligible for an incentive plan that is equal to or greater than the base annual salary if goals are achieved. Pay and related elements of compensation are contingent upon work experience, education, job-related skills and other factors considered relevant to the hiring decision.

In addition to base pay, the Padres provide a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match and safe harbor contribution, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, generous PTO and holidays, employee parking, onsite services, game tickets, wellness offerings, and more. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan documents which may be modified.

Equal Opportunity

The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting