Position Type: Seasonal (April - September 2026)
Position Overview:
The Merchandise Lead is a part-time position throughout the Keys season. The Merchandise Lead will gain real-world experience with responsibilities within the organization. They will receive the opportunity to learn and observe how a professional sports organization operates and gain valuable skills in communication, fan experience, and sports-based merchandise sales. The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
General Responsibilities
- Lead merchandiser under supervision from the on-site Merchandise Coordinator
- Lead annual inventory
- Assist with pricing and stocking
- Assist with fulfilling online orders
- Assist the marketing team with lifestyle photoshoots, as needed
- Assist the marketing team with social media needs
- Work Frederick Keys home games and events as directed by the Merchandise Manager
- Gain experience laying out a team store to promote sales
- Gain knowledge about merchandise purchasing based on market, gaps in collections, and inventory needs.
Game Day Responsibilities
- Lead preparation of the merchandise store for game day
- Lead on duty team member working the merchandise store, Tuesday-Saturday games
- Assist with back filling store throughout the game
- Assist with closing the store after the game
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
- Ability to work event nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Proficient in using point of sale systems or a quick learner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Attain Partners, the owner of the Frederick Keys, is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The individual hourly rate for this position is $15 per hour.
Attain Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
