Jazz Bantam Game Day Intern

Description

Utah Jazz Bantam Game Day Intern

Department: Jazz Youth

Season: Fall/Winter

Location: Various sites across Utah

JOB SUMMARY:

The Utah Jazz Bantam Game Day Intern plays a vital role in supporting the coordination, logistics, and execution of Jazz Bantam youth basketball games and practices throughout the fall and winter seasons. This position works closely with the Jazz Youth department to ensure a high-quality experience for all participants while contributing to the success of other youth programs and

community events. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and passionate about basketball, youth development, and event operations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of Jazz Bantam game days and practices, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for players, coaches, and parents.
• Collect, verify, and enter game scoresheets from each location in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with the Referee Assignor to confirm daily referee schedules, address last-minute changes, and coordinate replacements for no-shows.
• Maintain consistent communication with game day venues to ensure all logistics are in place, including signage, banners, scorekeepers, gym supervisors, and court availability.
• Assist in scheduling and overseeing scorekeepers, serving as a key point of contact for on-site operations.
• Provide on-site support at select games and practices, including setup, breakdown, and event execution.
• Track and submit scorekeeper hours and coordinate payment processes at designated locations.
• Uphold the Utah Jazz brand by fostering a fun, safe, and memorable environment for youth participants and families.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance the overall Jazz Bantam experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Recreation, Business, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and manage several priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable interacting with coaches, parents, referees, and youth participants.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of problem-solving in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated reliability and professionalism when representing a major sports brand.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during the fall and winter seasons.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Forms).
• Prior experience in youth sports, event coordination, or game operations preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) screening in accordance with company policy and insurance requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This person must be able to communicate and express themselves both written and verbally.
• This person must be able to observe, inspect, estimate, and assess.
• The person must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• This person must be able to lift 20 lbs. 

The Utah Jazz 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.

We will ensure that individuals 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. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and the Utah Jazz reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.