Assistant Operational Support - Phoenix, Arizona

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

WORK TYPE: Onsite - Varsity Spirit Office / Warehouse

LOCATION DETAILS:  Gilbert, Arizona 260 S. McQueen Road

WORK HOURS:

• Standard in season working hours are Mon-Fri from 8am-4:30pm.
• Off season working hours are Mon-Fri from 8am-6:30pm.
• Availability to work weekend & off-hour events is required.  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• Event travel and attendance at staff meetings & trainings is required. Event travel will include overnight stays for events.
• As part of the event operations team during the event season which runs from October thru April, this role is expected to be available to work 2-3 weekends per month.   

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

The Assistant Operational Support is an important member of our Varsity All Star Operations Team, providing support to all the operational members of this department and executing additional job functions.  This person should be a self starter, extremely organized, able to multi-task, and project oriented.

The Assistant Operational Support will represent Varsity Brands by demonstration of company core values in driving the highest ethical standards of conduct in all business activities. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Assist and work closely with the warehouse manager.
• Assist Logistics Coordinators with inventory, transportation and supply chain processes.
• Assist Event Coordinators with the organization of event details.
• Assist Event Planners as they work with Event Coordinators.
• Assist Production Coordinators with event preparation and equipment management.
• Assist Logistics Coordinators with inventory, transportation, supply chain processes.
• Assist Registration with customer service and data entry.
• General clerical work and office management tasks.
• Serve in various support roles at events.
• Assist and/or lead Set up and Breakdown at events.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to problem solve under pressure.
• Familiarity with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suites.
• High level of customer service acumen.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities to interact with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in cheer/dance industry a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office, warehouse, and event environment. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. Repetitive movement of the body is required on a regular basis. The position requires lifting of no less than 15-50 lbs. on a regular basis. Must be able to tolerate working in a non-climate-controlled environment. Ability to often lift heavy items is essential.

During events, the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time (five hours plus) is required.  The ability to communicate with customers and colleagues using the following but not limited to radio, walkie talkie, text message, and email is required.  The ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and manipulate equipment that is a minimum of 30 lbs. is required.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.