What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLL Play Operations Manager position at Premier Lacrosse League PLL?
About the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and PLL Play (PLLP):
The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) powered by Ticketmaster is a men’s professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of 8 teams rostered by the best players in the world. Co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil, the Premier Lacrosse League is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Chernin Group, Blum Capital, The Kraft Group, Arctos Sports Partners, and other top investors in sports and media. The PLL is distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN . The PLL was recognized by Front Office Sports’ 2021 Best Employers in Sports. PLL Play is the youth lacrosse programming business unit of the PLL and is committed to the next generation and a responsibility to grow the game. PLL Play provides opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels. More information can be found at https://premierlacrosseleague.com/play.
Company Values:
- Stay grounded
- Think critically
- Encourage creativity
- Persevere through the noise
- Operate like an owner
- Be helpful
Position Overview/Summary
The Premier Lacrosse League seeks an experienced, passionate and highly motivated lacrosse event operator with a proven track record of delivering high quality camps, tournaments, or similar programming. This manager-level operator will be responsible for the full life cycle of events, from inception to execution. Event operations will be managed using workflow management software (Asana) and the ideal candidate will have experience in relevant software programs. Strong organizational, leadership, and prioritization skills are essential, along with extraordinary attention to detail and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role requires a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced multifaceted environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about operating events with precision, motivated by the challenges and variables associated with sports event operations, and is invigorated by achieving successful results with hard work, strong preparation, and a team-first mentality.
Roles & Responsibilities
Roles & Responsibilities
- As a leader on PLL Play’s Operations team, project manage key PLL Play events (camps, tournaments, clinics, Showcases, etc.) to include multiple genders and age groups, including youth and adult events.
- Scope, build and execute deliverable lifecycle of programs from inception to delivery to include event planning, scheduling, logistics, staffing, budgeting, merchandise, venue management/contracts, vendor management, sponsorship activation, hotel partners, stakeholder relationships, and post-event reconciliation
- Execute on program timelines and objectives by effectively leveraging project management platform and associated deliverables. Communicate project progress and status updates to stakeholders regularly.
- Travel to deliver events on-site by implementing operational, event management, and emergency action plans with precision
- Operate individually, as a team, and with partners
- Build and maintain strong relationships with venues, stakeholders, service providers, vendors and customers, representing the PLL at the highest level
- Enhance the value of PLL Play programming through superior operational delivery
- Collect, analyze, and implement feedback and learnings to inform decisions and improvements. Identify and implement opportunities for system and process improvement.
- Highly responsive, professional, and timely communication with internal and external stakeholders
- Timely attention/prioritization of time/cost sensitive items (ex. venue deadlines, accounts payable, insurance, travel, lodging, logistics etc.) within PLLP guidelines, while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- On-time, on budget accountability for event expenses
- Work effectively within the Ops team and cross functionally across the business unit to maximize the effectiveness of the business
- Manage the career and professional development of direct report(s) as relevant
- This description reflects essential functions and does not restrict additional tasks that may be assigned
Experience and Skillset:
- 4-5 years’ experience in a sports event operations role (preferably lacrosse)
- Knowledge of and experience utilizing project management methodologies, tools, and software to manage processes.
- Ability to understand and manage an event P&L with basic excel proficiency is a must.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational and time management skills. Self-motivated.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational management and on-site issues and improve processes
- Ability to build rapport and trust with teammates/colleagues, venues, stakeholders, service providers, vendors, and other operators with positive, collaborative, consistent communication accountability, and commitment
- Experience both in the office and on event sites
- Highly accountable with the ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure
- Knowledge of the youth sports landscape with lacrosse specific knowledge a bonus
- Job-Specific Requirements
- You will be required to travel regularly to operate events on-site
- Travel includes shared hotel rooms (special accommodations made for medical consideration)
- Regular out-of-hours work during events
Compensation:
- $75,000 - $80,000 Base Salary
- Based on the candidate’s experience and seniority
- Preferred that candidate can regularly work out of Denver, CO to facilitate collaboration with local teams.
- In-office 2-3 days a week / Remote
- The total compensation package includes Commission and Bonus, Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) plan, Equity Sharing, Unlimited PTO, and Paid Parental Leave
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.
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000
