Tournament Administrator

Job Title: Tournament Administrator

Department: Event Operations

Business Unit: Major League Fishing

Location: Benton, KY

Reports To: Senior Director, Tournament Operations

Employment Type: Variable Hour – Non-Exempt

Supervisor Position: No

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing, Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam. 

Major League Fishing (MLF) is the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, producing more than 250 events annually at some of the most prestigious fisheries in the world, while broadcasting to America’s living rooms on CBS, Discovery Channel, Outdoor Channel, CBS Sports Network, World Fishing Network and on demand on MyOutdoorTV (MOTV). Headquartered in Benton, Kentucky, the MLF roster of bass anglers includes the world’s top pros and more than 30,000 competitors in all 50 states and 17 countries. Since its founding in 2011, MLF has advanced the sport of competitive fishing through its premier television broadcasts and livestreams and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for bass through research, education, fisheries enhancement and fish care. 

Nature of Work:

The Tournament Administrator at Major League Fishing (MLF) is responsible for coordinating and managing the administrative aspects of fishing tournaments while onsite at each assigned event. This role involves helping to ensure that each tournament runs smoothly and efficiently.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Setup and operation of computer equipment and software.
• Verifing weights and/or penalties and making sure they are recorded in the software.
• Making any necessary adjustments to correct weights and/or penalties during weigh-in.
• Assisting with onsite management of sponsor contingency programs, including identification of qualified anglers.
• Handling all paperwork, including but not limited, to results, standings, payouts and pairings.
• Printing and verifying the accuracy of prize checks.
• Sending all tournament data to the office server.
• Handling any post-event questions the office may have.
• Additional duties as assigned.

This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions
• Lift 20 lbs. occasionally
• Work in various weather conditions during events

Qualifications:

• Minimum:
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Preferred:
  • Associate’s degree in business administration, sports management or related field
  • 2 years of experience in event or tournament administration

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.