Usher

Blacksportsbiz; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ballpark discounts

Recognition program and incentives

Inclusive training and development

Job summary

American Family Field is seeking Ushers to provide outstanding service to fans during baseball games and other events. The role involves guiding guests, verifying tickets, distributing promotional items, and offering clear ballpark directions.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 6–12 months related experience, and strong customer service skills. Availability for training, tours, and events year-round is required, with shifts on weekdays, weeknights, weekends, and special

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Employees must communicate well and be friendly, knowledgeable, well-groomed, assertive and able to intervene in conflict situations.
• Must be available to attend training sessions, stadium tours and other events as necessary throughout the year.
• Willing to learn and use programs on your computer and/or mobile phone to submit availability and complete necessary employment training.
• Must be available to work weekdays, weeknights, and weekends during baseball season.
• Must be available to work special events including concerts.
• Must be available to arrive up to three (3) hours prior to game time.
• Must be able to stand for up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Treat our fans and guests with courtesy and respect and assist them throughout the game to ensure their visit is safe, clean, fun, and family-friendly
• Verify tickets and scan for entry
• Distribute promotional items to fans and guests, as required
• Provide event information and general ballpark directions
• Guide guests to ticketed seats, suites, and special access areas within ballpark
• Patrol aisles, concourses, and other areas as assigned, maintaining a sharp watch for potential problems. If necessary, intervene and correct the situation before it interferes with other guests’ enjoyment of the event
• Ensure fan compliance with American Family Field and MLB policies/procedures
• Additional assignments may include Doorway/Stairway Monitor, Smoking Section Monitor, Special Access Area Monitor, Wheelchair Escort, Escalator Monitor, Elevator Operator
• Comply with employee policies and procedures, as outlined in Event Staff Handbook

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.

OverviewAs part of the Game Day Operations team, the Usher will provide excellent service to our fans and guests each and every time they come to a ballgame or special event (concerts, etc.) at American Family Field. We have established very high standards that we expect every employee to exemplify. The job entails a great deal of walking, climbing stairs and standing on concrete surfaces in both cold and extremely hot weather. Ushers are expected to serve the guests and many times the duties and responsibilities will prevent the Usher from seeing the ball game.Core duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Treat our fans and guests with courtesy and respect and assist them throughout the game to ensure their visit is safe, clean, fun, and family-friendly
• Verify tickets and scan for entry
• Distribute promotional items to fans and guests, as required
• Provide event information and general ballpark directions
• Guide guests to ticketed seats, suites, and special access areas within ballpark
• Patrol aisles, concourses, and other areas as assigned, maintaining a sharp watch for potential problems. If necessary, intervene and correct the situation before it interferes with other guests’ enjoyment of the event
• Ensure fan compliance with American Family Field and MLB policies/procedures
• Additional assignments may include Doorway/Stairway Monitor, Smoking Section Monitor, Special Access Area Monitor, Wheelchair Escort, Escalator Monitor, Elevator Operator
• Comply with employee policies and procedures, as outlined in Event Staff Handbook

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, as well as:

• Employees must communicate well and be friendly, knowledgeable, well-groomed, assertive and able to intervene in conflict situations
• Must have the ability to provide excellent customer service to all fans and guests in a professional, respectful, and friendly manner
• Must be available to attend training sessions, stadium tours and other events as necessary throughout the year
• Willing to learn and use programs on your computer and/or mobile phone to submit availability and complete necessary employment training
• Must be available to work weekdays, weeknights, and weekends during baseball season
• Must be available to work special events including concerts
• Must be available to arrive up to three (3) hours prior to game time
• Must be able to stand for up to four (4) hours at a time
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Perks

• Ballpark discounts
• Recognition program and incentives
• Inclusive training and development opportunities aligned with Club values

For more information about our Crew, other benefits and insight into our Club culture please visit our Careers Page.