Team Attendant, Raptors 905

**Company Description**

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Responsible for contributing to various elements of day-to-day operational assistance for the team, specifically related to supporting equipment needs and ensuring a safe surface of play. This position will also be tasked with completing impromptu requests as needed by the operations staff throughout the season. This role is a part-time position over the course of the G League season, which will occur from November through April, with the opportunity for summer hours based on performance.

• While stationed courtside, team attendants must remain alert and aware at all times, prepared to quickly wipe any wet spots that occur on the court.
• Assist players from both teams with regards to pre-game and halftime warmups as needed, including, but not limited to, rebounding and passing.
• On gamedays, ensuring that both the home and visiting team benches, team locker rooms, and officials’ locker room are fully stocked, prepared, and tidy.
• Prepare all locker rooms in advance for halftime and post-game needs.
• Greet the visiting team’s bus upon arrival to assist with unloading and reloading as needed, in addition to helping with any needs of the visiting team administration (Equipment Manager / Ops Manager).
• Ensure that all players receive towels, water, and/or any other specifically requested items upon returning to the bench as a result of substitutions or timeouts.
• Participate in the setup (pre-game) and breakdown(post-game) of team benches, including the return of all game equipment (Gatorade carts, towels, slip mats, etc.) to its proper storage area.
• As needed, assist with the following tasks post-game: laundry services, restocking of product in the fridge, and on-court player requests.
• Work closely with the Manager of Basketball Operations and Coordinator of Basketball Operations, as well as fellow team attendants, to effectively complete all responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Will contribute to the operation of other 905 internal departments as needed, which include but are not limited to: Community Relations, PR/Communications, Team Operations, Team Engagement.
• Other duties as assigned by Raptors 905 staff.

**Qualifications**

• Ability to work all Raptors 905 home dates, which include work in the evenings and on weekends as needed.
• Previous experience in basketball as a player, coach, team manager, or intern is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with our athletes, coaches, staff, and fans.
• Highly organized self-starter, with the ability to multitask and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a constant level of confidentiality and practice discretion.
• Ability to be flexible in the face of change and navigate stressful situations without losing composure.
• Always professionally presents self, especially when interacting with players, coaching staff, and other members of the organization.
• Willingness to learn and participate in the completion of tasks in various departments.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization.

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