JOB SUMMARY:

The Community Relations Manager is responsible for the implementation and progression of community outreach programs for the Tampa Bay Lightning and St. Pete Times Forum. This position will report to the Executive Director of the Lightning Foundation and work with the Lightning Foundation, Corporate Communications and Public Relations.
 

DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee existing community programs which the Tampa Bay Lightning lead
• Develop and cultivate community initiatives in the Tampa Bay area
• Actively seek opportunities to promote and align the Tampa Bay Lightning and St. Pete Times Forum in the Tampa Bay area
• Manage and track an organization wide Tampa Bay Lightning master event calendar
• Oversee all donation requests made to the Tampa Bay Lightning and St. Pete Times Forum
• Handle all Tampa Bay Lightning player fan mail
• Assist with the coordination and interface with Lightning player, coaches, alumnus and executives at community appearances, autograph signings and events
• Execute game night (auction) activities and assist with Player Charity Ticket Programs
• Assist with fundraising, events and programs conducted by the Lightning Foundation
• Help maintain a Foundation and Community Relations database
• Work with Executive Director’s calendar
• Support the Lightning Family Association and its endeavors
 

SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An upmost professional demeanor
• Individual must be extremely organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work long hours, weekends and holidays while prioritizing multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment
• Proficiency in MS Office products (Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of non-profit, sports, public relations or marketing experience