Trainee, Project Management Office
Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena
Atlanta, GAThis was removed by the employer on 8/20/2021 4:22:00 PM PST
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Who are we: A professional basketball team and state-of-the-art arena/entertainment venue that specializes in creating memorable experiences for each guest we interact with. Some of our favorite things are live sports, concerts, comedy shows, family shows, and most any other world-class event you can think of, and we're looking for someone who shares the same interests. We live for the fast pace world of sports & live entertainment, and as such, we work hard, run fast, execute flawlessly, and party it up when it all comes together. Lastly, we strive to deliver wonderful experiences that create lasting memories, and we prefer to surround ourselves with those who are the best at what they do.
Who are you: An enthusiastic lover of sports, live entertainment and people. You have true passion for engaging in meaningful interactions and creating memorable experiences for all guests. You strive to be helpful, engaging and knowledgeable of all things Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. You enjoy being a part of an exciting and dynamic group, and you're committed to continuously enhancing the productivity and effectiveness of your team. Lastly, you enjoy working hard and celebrating hard, and you'd be shocked if guests weren't positively impacted by their interactions with you.
True Trainee Program Summary:
Here's your chance to experience a bold and dynamic organization firsthand. The Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena will be looking for passionate team players to participate in our 2021-2022 True Trainee Program. The program is designed to give top candidates real-life experience in the sports and entertainment industry, in addition to providing educational and networking opportunities.The program dates are September 2021-May 2022.
A quick summary about the Project Management Office (PMO) Trainee role:
The PMO trainee would be responsible for supporting the core services of the department, both special projects and inter-departmental efforts. Special projects would include the outdoor billboards (ongoing through April of next year) and sponsorship buildouts. Inter-departmental efforts would include Season Ramp-Up Meetings, After Action Meetings, and departmental efforts as needed. Additionally, we would be leaning on the trainee to develop new applications for our SmartSheet software across the organization to enhance project tracking and communication as well as assist in the building of our PMO hub and spoke model.
What the Project Management Office (PMO) Trainee will be responsible for:
• Assist with inter-departmental meetings, such as NBA season Ramp-Up and post event After Action.
• Facilitate the progress of current special projects, such as Outdoor Billboards and Brand Refresh.
• Support the roll-out of new programs in the PMO.
What the Project Management Office (PMO) Trainee needs to have:
• Post Grad (recent college graduates within 24 months of graduation).
• Academic and/or Work experiences related to one or more of the following in Engineering, Industrial Systems, Business Management, Operations Management/Leadership
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong team synergy skills and ability to work collaboratively with others whom you have no direct authority over.
• Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships.
• Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary based on the changing priorities of the department.
What we offer you:
Compensation and Benefits:
• $15.00/hour plus overtime
• Game tickets during Hawks season (as available)
• 50% discount on Atlanta Hawks merchandise
• Medical, dental and vision coverage option
• Holiday Pay (5 major holidays)
Relocation Information:
• Relocation and housing expenses are the responsibility of the Trainee. (Please note, this role must live and work out of the Atlanta, GA area.)
• Reliable transportation is also needed
Physical requirements
• None
If this opportunity is a job you're passionate about and it fits with your skills and experience, then we welcome you to take the next step and apply!
All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of our pre-employment screenings, that may include a background check and drug screen.
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.