Seasonal Event Staff - Newport News

Seasonal Event Staff - Newport News

USTA MID-ATLANTIC FOUNDATION - 5.0

Newport News, VA Job Details Seasonal $18 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Maintaining an organized workspace Guest relations Outdoor work Greeting customers Event vendor coordination Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description The USTA/Mid-Atlantic Foundation ("USTA/Mid-Atlantic"), one of 17 foundations of the United States Tennis Association, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving approximately 32,000 members across the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and eastern and southern West Virginia. We are seeking organized and customer-focused Seasonal Part-Time Event Staff to support competitive tennis events in Newport News and Williamsburg locations . This role will assist with the administration and on-site execution of competitive events taking place at Huntington Park Tennis Center, Newport News, VA and Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg, VA. such as tournaments and league championships. The Seasonal Part-Time Event Staff work closely with USTA/Mid-Atlantic staff to deliver organized, welcoming, and high-quality event experiences for players, families, and guests.

Key areas of responsibility include:

Customer Service & Hospitality - Creates a welcoming and positive experience for players, families, and spectators by demonstrating professionalism, friendliness, and responsiveness. Organization & Attention to Detail - Supports event logistics such as player check-in, match coordination, and venue setup while ensuring courts, signage, and materials remain organized and accurate. Teamwork & Communication - Works collaboratively with staff, volunteers, vendors, and tournament directors while communicating clearly and responding quickly to event needs. The Seasonal Event Staff are expected to have reliable transportation (there is no travel reimbursement) and able to work at least five (5) hours of an event. The estimated hours are below; however, weather, along with operational and business needs may adjust these hours accordingly.

Estimated Event hours:

Friday 7am-7pm Saturday 7am-7pm Sunday 7am-3pm

Locations:

Huntington Park Tennis Center (361 Hornet Circle, Newport News, Virginia 23607) Kingsmill Resort (1010 Kingsmill Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185) Currently seeking staff for: July 10th-13th at Huntington Park Tennis Center July 17th-20th at Huntington Park Tennis Center August 14th-17th at Huntington Park Tennis Center October 2nd-5th at Kingsmill Resort October 16th-19th at Huntington Park Tennis Center Event Coordination (90%) Assist with event setup and breakdown, including signage, equipment, and hospitality areas. Greet and direct players, families, and spectators during events. Support player check-in, match logistics, and distribution of event materials. Help maintain organized courts, signage, and hospitality areas. Provide event and venue information to players and guests. Ensure facility policies and tournament procedures are followed. Assist the Tournament Director and USTA staff with event operations and issue resolution. Serve as an on-site point of contact for players, volunteers, and vendors. Administrative & Operational Support (10%) Complete SafeSport training and maintain annual certification. Support staff with general event operations and logistics as needed. Perform other duties as requested. Education High School Diploma, GED, equivalent. Experience Ability to work evenings, weekends, and outdoors during events. Strong organization and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced event environment and interact positively with participants and guests. Commitment to supporting the mission and values of USTA/Mid-Atlantic. Environmental Conditions Exposure to varying weather conditions when supporting outdoor events. Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels during events, tournaments, or activations. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance. Ability to perform repetitive motions using hands and arms. Transportation Must have reliable transportation. Events Support tournaments, championships, and tennis events, including evenings and weekends as needed. USTA/Mid-Atlantic Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-Verify and require Safe Play compliance. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements as other duties may be requested. This job description must not be misconstrued as a promise of employment, nor deemed as an employment contract.