Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
overtime pay
Professional Development
Community involvement
Job Description
The Orange Bowl Committee (OBC) is a renowned non-profit sports and event organization dedicated to hosting prestigious annual events such as the Orange Bowl football game and several community-oriented activities throughout the year. Known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement, the OBC plays a pivotal role in bringing together sports enthusiasts, athletes, and local communities to celebrate athletic achievement and foster community spirit. The organization supports a wide array of events including the Orange Bowl Golf Classic, Family Fall Festival, and High School sports showcases, making it a cornerstone institution in the sporting event sector. As a non-profit, the Orange Bowl Committee focuses on delivering high-quality events that combine entertainment with community outreach, emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and operational excellence.
The Events & Team Operations Assistantship is a temporary full-time, non-exempt position designed for individuals eager to develop a career in events management or team operations within a major sports event organization. This 6.5-month position beginning tentatively in Fall 2026 offers a unique and hands-on experience that encompasses both the logistical and operational aspects of sports event planning. The assistantship provides immersive exposure to the planning and execution of multiple high-profile events, including key annual Orange Bowl events and community programs.
The role presents a dynamic opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals by engaging directly with event logistics, administrative coordination, and community outreach activities. The assistant will actively participate in a diverse range of responsibilities, from facilitating team and official hospitality to managing event contracts and budgets. With a focus on practical skills, individuals will learn the intricacies of event staffing, budget reconciliation, gift selection, and coordination with third-party vendors. This position is ideal for those who thrive in high-volume, high-responsibility environments and who are passionate about sports and event operations.
Additionally, the assistant will gain valuable insights into event technology applications like Smartsheets and Microsoft Office tools, refining both technical and interpersonal skills. The role also emphasizes teamwork and communication, requiring interaction with multiple sub-committees and contributing to major event preparations, including the Capital One Orange Bowl Host Committee activities. Those in the role will experience the full cycle of event management, from initial planning stages through to event day execution, including logistics such as transportation coordination and hospitality setup.
This role also offers exposure to community outreach initiatives such as the Orange Bowl Youth Sports Program, including the 'Park of the Week,' adding a meaningful community engagement component. Candidates will have opportunities to develop leadership skills by managing junior hosts and participating in the development and editing of important event documentation and manuals. Overall, this assistantship represents a comprehensive learning experience, blending operational, administrative, and event execution facets to prepare candidates for a successful career in event and team operations within the sports industry.
The Events & Team Operations Assistantship is a temporary full-time, non-exempt position designed for individuals eager to develop a career in events management or team operations within a major sports event organization. This 6.5-month position beginning tentatively in Fall 2026 offers a unique and hands-on experience that encompasses both the logistical and operational aspects of sports event planning. The assistantship provides immersive exposure to the planning and execution of multiple high-profile events, including key annual Orange Bowl events and community programs.
The role presents a dynamic opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals by engaging directly with event logistics, administrative coordination, and community outreach activities. The assistant will actively participate in a diverse range of responsibilities, from facilitating team and official hospitality to managing event contracts and budgets. With a focus on practical skills, individuals will learn the intricacies of event staffing, budget reconciliation, gift selection, and coordination with third-party vendors. This position is ideal for those who thrive in high-volume, high-responsibility environments and who are passionate about sports and event operations.
Additionally, the assistant will gain valuable insights into event technology applications like Smartsheets and Microsoft Office tools, refining both technical and interpersonal skills. The role also emphasizes teamwork and communication, requiring interaction with multiple sub-committees and contributing to major event preparations, including the Capital One Orange Bowl Host Committee activities. Those in the role will experience the full cycle of event management, from initial planning stages through to event day execution, including logistics such as transportation coordination and hospitality setup.
This role also offers exposure to community outreach initiatives such as the Orange Bowl Youth Sports Program, including the 'Park of the Week,' adding a meaningful community engagement component. Candidates will have opportunities to develop leadership skills by managing junior hosts and participating in the development and editing of important event documentation and manuals. Overall, this assistantship represents a comprehensive learning experience, blending operational, administrative, and event execution facets to prepare candidates for a successful career in event and team operations within the sports industry.
Job Requirements
- must be willing to work 40 hours a week with overtime being paid for additional hours as needed
- must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
Job Qualifications
- bachelor's degree preferably in sports management or related field
- highly organized and attention to detail
- excellent communications and interpersonal skills
- proofreading skills required
- strong record of event achievement
- proficiency in smartsheets, adobe acrobat, ms office including excel and publisher, typing skills
- ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
- ability to drive a box truck
Job Duties
- learn the inner workings of a major non-profit sports and event organization and its role in the community
- demonstrate proactivity, quick decision-making, and effective communication with committee members
- actively participate in key annual Orange Bowl events such as Family Fun & Fit Day, Orange Bowl Golf Classic, Family Fall Festival, Orange Bowl BeachRun, High School Football Showcase, High School Basketball Showcase, and the GA Telesis/Orange Bowl Golf Tournament
- enhance skills by engaging in group activities like Team Site Visits, Player Dinners, Official Party Dinners, Player and Official Hospitality rooms, and Spouses Outings
- collaborate with various Orange Bowl Sub-Committees in preparation for hosting the Orange Bowl teams during bowl week
- gain an understanding of basic accounting principles, including budget reconciliation, purchase orders, and invoice processing
- contribute to the research, presentation, and management of annual plans, budgets, agendas, and task lists
- learn about the administration of event agreements and contracts
- assist in managing junior hosts before and during bowl week
- participate in the development, presentation, and management of event staffing plans and operational task lists
- gain experience with the Orange Bowl Youth Sports Program, including the "Park of the Week" program and other community outreach initiatives
- contribute to editing and updating the Orange Bowl Team Participant Guide on a weekly basis
- assist in editing the Conference, Hospitality, and Game Official Manuals in preparation for bowl week
- receive training in the planning and execution of both internal and external event meetings
- gain insight into team gift selection, brainstorming ideas based on different team classifications
- participate in Capital One Orange Bowl Host Committee activities, including learning the scheduling of Host Committee meetings, creating meeting agendas, taking meeting minutes, and engaging in discussions
- gain exposure to team arrivals, student-athlete and official party dinners, hospitality rooms, and handling event logistics such as décor, entertainment, gifts, setup, breakdown, and transportation for outings
- learn about the logistics of game officials' travel, entertainment, events, and accommodations
- assist with additional tasks as assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer
- get familiar with team transportation logistics, including airport arrivals, bus and limo services, and managing courtesy car assignments and distributions
- participate in research and inventory management for team gifts, site visits, and game day activities
- help prepare for events by using an event packing list and loading the Orange Bowl box truck
- understand how to ensure the quality of events and meet timeline requirements
- explore other opportunities available in various departments, including Community Outreach
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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