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Role Overview:

Events Team Members run tournaments and non-competitive events at the store for customers, in addition to normal retail responsibilities. Team Members use a variety of different tournament softwares and are responsible for managing events ranging anywhere from 4 to 100+ participants while providing a quality customer service experience. Additionally, we are seeking a candidate who can be trained into our youth events specialization. Working under the Youth Programming Director, the Activities Associate will facilitate a variety of tabletop gaming based activities for youth from ages 8-17. The ideal candidate will have professional experiencing working with children, as well as experience running tabletop roleplaying games.

Core Responsibilities:

Facilitating player check-in before events, often for multiple customers simultaneously. Starting and ending tournaments in various softwares. Handling multiple game/round timers simultaneously, while clearly communicating the start and end of rounds to players. Distributing prizes to players, both in the form of promotional product and store credit. Assisting other Tournament Officials with events, including component-checking players' materials, covering breaks, assisting with player questions, in addition to the responsibilities listed above. Operating a register and providing a quality customer service experience. Submitting requests for products on behalf of customers to our Backroom Team. Restocking customer-facing products when necessary, and cleaning/dusting workspaces and shelves. Assisting with general store cleanliness and upkeep. Assisting with the opening and/or closing procedures of the store, including cleaning, putting up/taking down chairs, vacuuming, restocking snacks and beverages, etc. Checking in/out board games from the store library for customers and preserving the system of organization used for both the library itself, and each game's components.

Youth Specialization Responsibilities:

Utilize existing structures and curriculum to curate age-appropriate tabletop games for children. Prepare quality TTRPG gaming content each week that suits the needs of the assigned group(s). Curate a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for youth to gather. Work collaboratively with a team on larger scale events and programming. Receive ongoing training on a wide variety of relevant skills - from childcare best practices, to subject matter.

Required Skills:

Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 40 lbs short distances. Ability to make yourself heard over 100+ people. Computer competency. Time Management. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills. Experience working with children, preferably in a camp or childcare setting. Experience running, or "Game Mastering" for TTRPGs. Ability to meet the weekly demands of creating, adapting, and delivering tabletop gaming content.

Preferred Experience:

Retail experience strongly preferred. Experience with sending professional emails. Familiarity with the Google Suite or Office Suite. Experience with first aid and the ability to handle emergencies effectively preferred. Creative skills a plus, such as art and theatre experience (personal or professional.)

Scheduling Requirements:

Must have some evening availability and be able to work one weekend day. Currently, we are seeking Saturday availability.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $17.94 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you at least 21 years of age? How have tabletop games impacted your life? Please feel free to share any experiences that you think make you a qualified candidate for this role.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Required) Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Newington, CT 06111 (Required)

Work Location:

In person