Manager, Community & Social Responsibility
Pistons Sports and Entertainment
Detroit, MIThis was removed by the employer on 10/5/2022 9:17:00 AM PST
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Summary
Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it.
As the Community& Social Responsibility Manager, you will assist in impacting the community through a commitment to education and mentoring, health and fitness, military recognition, and basic needs as well as NBA sponsored program and player charities.
We are an organization that is committed to leadership in our community, diversity and inclusion, teamwork, our customers and personal character and accountability. We are seeking a driven addition to reflect our core values. We consider ourselves an extension of The Pistons brand, we are excited to engage with the Detroit community, and we want to meet you!
What you'll be doing
• Assist in overseeing all community programming including event development, management, budgeting, and evaluation
• Project manage community events and programs implemented by Community & Social Responsibility coordinators and interns
• Assist as departmental liaison with Corporate Partnerships, Digital Media, Sales and Marketing to manage Community Relations assets and programs
• Establish and maintain relationships with external community contacts in an effort to grow community and brand awareness
• Activate Pistons and NBA Cares platforms (Math Hoops, Women's Empowerment, Pride, etc.).
• Oversee Employee Volunteer Program
• Collaborate with Corporate Partnerships department on sponsored community events, platforms and campaigns
• Manage community relations team by providing oversight and direction to coordinators, interns and game day staff
• Assist in overseeing departmental micro site and subsequent web pages, content and format
• Aide VP and Director with all other projects, as assigned
What we're looking for
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as, Sport Management, Marketing, Communications or related field or equivalent work experience required
• 3 years' experience in Community Relations and/or Corporate Social Responsibility, Foundation or nonprofit role, Event Planning, Marketing
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Experience in Ability to multi-task and work in a faced-paced environment.
• Must have ability to work under tight deadlines and to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Impeccable communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Previous work in the field of athletics or entertainment a plus
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.