International Event Assistant

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.


Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO, the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3) organization founded in 1982 with the mission of promoting the game of baseball, raising money for local charities and serving the unique needs of former players.

           
The International Events Assistance is responsible for assisting with the production, facilitation, and execution of youth clinics, coaches’ clinics, and special events run by Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association. The position requires frequent travel.

-         Assist the Director of International Relations on different day-to-day tasks

-         Plan and execute the designated yearly goal of Legends for Youth, and Coaches Clinics.

-         Help donate baseball equipment to different countries; Help with the warehouse and shipping of said equipment

-         Coordinate and schedule alumni for various events by communicating event expectations, answering questions, and sending reminders

-         Travel to put on events in underserved communities by working with clinic hosts, Little Leagues, federations and MLB Teams and work to build relationships with hosts

-         Communicate with clinic sites to ensure successful events from beginning to end

-         Serve as liaison between former players, and outside partners (charities, organizations, foundations, and other groups)

-         Work collaboratively with the membership, memorabilia, marketing, and communication departments

 

-         Working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field

-         Fluent in Spanish

-         Relative experience in events, marketing, and/or communications is preferred

-         Willing to travel extensively during the months of the position, primarily on the weekends

-         Ability to work remotely and be self-motivated

-         Experience in baseball or softball is preferred

-         Ability to maintain composure, think clearly, and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

-         Be able to bring in new ideas to help increase efficiency, productivity, etc.

-         Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.