About the Position

The Golden State Valkyries are looking for a driven and passionate Director with a positive track record of sales success and leadership to guide and mentor our growing sales team. In this role, you will lead a team focused on maximizing revenue and selling out Valkyries home games. In addition, you will assist with the development and implementation of Group Sales & Service strategies and foster partnerships with various business stakeholders for Valkyries games along with non-Valkyries events held at Chase Center throughout the calendar year. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Ticketing & Events.

Come share your expertise while learning more about this growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!

This position is a full-time position based onsite in Oakland with games in San Francisco, CA. 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Group Sales team: monitor productivity, assess performance and provide support towards hitting sales goals
• Focus on selling out home games while maximizing revenue
• Develop and lead special event strategy
• Assist with internal ticketing needs across various departments
• Find opportunities for Group Sales support for Thrive City 
• Provide Group Sales support for non-Valkyries events at Chase Center when requested
• Understand industry best practices and incorporate internally
• Develop and coordinate training programs for Group Sales staff
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 7+ years of sales experience, preferably in ticket sales within the sports and entertainment industry; Minimum 2 years of people management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Archtics and Salesforce a plus
• A successful track record of leadership and driving sales revenue
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to collaborate, influence and build positive relationships with clients and peers at all levels
• Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment

Time Commitment

• Flexible schedule with the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed

Compensation

• $95,000 + Bonus (OTE approx. $140,000)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401K match
• Vacation and generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 Golden State Valkyries is an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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