Overview

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are aiming to build the most entertaining environment in sports. We are looking for some enthusiastic, outgoing, and responsible folks to serve as members of the Firebirds Energy Team for the 2024-2025 season. This position provides a great opportunity to interact with our fans while learning about the operations of a professional hockey team. These members will assist with in-game promotions, contests, on-ice performances, and other activities during each Firebirds home game. 

This role will pay an hourly wage of $20/phr.

Benefits for PT roles: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching. Also, OVG provides part-time, seasonal, and internship employees with one hour of accrued paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year.

This position will close on October 1st, 2024. 

Responsibilities

• Working with the game director and manager on the preparation and organization of all entertainment aspects of the Firebirds’ home games
• Assisting in execution of game night plans, mascot skits, and all contests/promotions on the ice and in the stands
• Staging and maintenance of all in-game props and promotions
• Organizing all game night set-up including game night mapping, notes and walkthroughs and other special event needs as required
• Engage with fans during pre-game to bring in contestants and participation for in-game promotions and Zamboni rides 
• Assists in inventory of all props and in-game fan giveaways
• Other duties as assigned by Director, Game Presentation

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and great organizational skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to work well with others in a team environment 
• Ability to work independently and see projects through completion
• Must have flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• High level communication skills 
• Ability to skate is a plus, but NOT required