Manager, Communications (GSV)

<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Golden State Valkyries are looking for a Manager to lead communications strategy and execution for the business side of the organization. This role will work alongside our current Manager to own business strategy around our corporate partnerships, community communications, and PR. This role reports to the Senior Director, Communications.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Come share your expertise while learning more about this growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>This is a full-time position based onsite in Oakland, CA.</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Create and deliver communications and PR strategy in support of business objectives, corporate partnerships, and community initiatives</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner closely with the corporate partnerships team to build PR and communications plans that support sponsor activations and partner storytelling</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead communications and storytelling for community programs and initiatives, including media outreach and materials</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop media materials including press releases, talking points, and briefing documents for announcements and executive speaking engagements</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build and maintain relationships with local and national media covering business, sponsorship, and community stories</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support executive and staff appearances at business and community events</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Staff events that players or coaches attend in the community</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Other duties as assigned</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Required Experience & Skills</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor's degree, preferably in Communications/Public Relations or equivalent work experience</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum 5 years in PR/communications, storytelling, and project management, ideally in a sports, entertainment, or a corporate partnerships environment</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting corporate partnerships, sponsorships, or business-side communications</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/Google Workspace</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across business and media</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Time Commitment</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work evenings, weekends, and events as needed</span></li>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Compensation</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">$89,000 - $95,000 Per Year + Bonus</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Employer 401K match</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Vacation and a generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves</span></li>
<li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Valkyries tickets, team store discount and more!</span></li>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We will ensure that qualified applicants 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.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Want to learn more about who we are and what we value? Visit <a href="http://www.warriors.com/employment">www.warriors.com/employment</a></span></p>
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