The Charlotte Checkers are seeking candidates for their Game Day Merchandise staff
*This is a part-time paid position that is GAME DAY ONLY. No office hours required. *
**Multiple positions will be filled.**
Description:
This position is designed to work as a paid sales representative during each game in which they are scheduled. This is a part time position with a focus on in-game merchandise preparation, presentation, and execution. The Checkers merchandise sales position is a structured opportunity for you to learn, grow, and contribute in a professional setting. The Checkers strive to provide a creative and entertaining platform to reach fans through community initiatives and an affordable-family sporting event.
The Checkers season starts in October 17th, 2025 and will last until April 19th 2026. Playoffs can extend the season until the middle of June. Coming off an incredible season in 2025 winning the AHL's Eastern Conference Finals and making an appearance in the Calder Cup Finals.
Job Duties:
- Work at least 70% merchandise operations for scheduled Charlotte Checkers games throughout the duration of the season including potential playoff games (Weekdays & Weekends)
- Work with other sales representatives, create and maintain a merchandise in-game store from setup to breakdown for each game
- Assist in merchandise initiatives; generate ideas and programs that increase the team’s overall outreach and ROI while satisfying fans’ interests and wants
- Develop a strong understanding of retail software and inventory
- Other beneficial learning objectives as assigned
Qualifications:
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Strong work ethic
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Previous merchandise experience preferred
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
Work Environment:
- Flexibility to work long (no more than 7 hours) and irregular hours, including weekends, evenings and surrounding holidays, as assigned
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however during events, the noise
level may be louder than a typical work environment
Availability:
- Games are nights and weekends, typically from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Please note we are able to work with employee schedules given the availability is reported with advance notice to the Merchandise Coordinator.
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.
