Ticketing Associate
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Ticketing Associate
Department: Ticketing Operations
Reports To: Manager, Ticket Operations
Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
At the Seattle Mariners, you will find a diverse, passionate, innovative team of people who work to live our mission every day. We play in an iconic ballpark –T-Mobile Park – in one of the most beautiful, vibrant, and dynamic cities in the world.
We are looking for candidates with exceptional customer service skills to work the season at T-Mobile Park in an exciting and inclusive working environment. T- Mobile Park will host 81 Mariners games in 2026 and a variety of concerts and special events. We offer a fun, flexible, part time schedule, and you will have the opportunity to discuss your availability commitment with the hiring team.
Event Staff Team Members enjoy free ORCA Cards, 30% Employee Discount, Meal Discount, Complimentary Tickets and Subsidized Parking & Free Shuttle Service.
Primary Objective: Responsible for selling tickets for baseball games and ticketed events. Resolve digital ticket needs promptly and courteously. Provide ballpark information that enhances the fans experience. Assist Ticket Sales with the execution of Themed Ticket Special activations and giveaways.
Essential Functions:
- Interact with walk-up guests with friendly and helpful demeanor.
- Sell single-game tickets.
- Process ticketing customer service needs in-person or via telephone.
- Accurately complete transactions using required ticketing computer systems.
- Support Sales Team with day of game activations and special events, including but not limited to Themed Ticket Specials and Season Ticket Member special events and early gates.
- Support Themed Ticket Special promotional item distribution: welcome and energize guests, organize and distribute promotional items at select areas throughout the ballpark.
- Learn ticketing policies and adhere to rules regarding promotions given to exclusive/specific groups.
- Assure all booths are set up appropriately with necessary tents, kiosks, tables, stanchions, bike rack, signage and more.
- Assist with event breakdown and closure of kiosks and special events.
- Operate ticket scanners to validate guest tickets and inclusion in promotions.
- Proactively identify issues or guest concerns and address with management.
- Assist with the movement of promotional items, activation pieces and scanners from warehouse or office to ballpark activation location.
- Assist Sales Team with miscellaneous office tasks to help drive sales and organizational revenues.
- Attend all mandatory Team Member meetings and training.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn ticketing computer systems and adapt to new technology.
- Maintain patience and composure with upset, angry, and/or frustrated guests using compassion and empathy while upholding Seattle Mariners excellent guest service values.
- Ability to learn box office policies and procedures and apply them to ticket transactions.
- Makes decisions and takes actions that contribute to exceptional experiences for guests
- Effective verbal communication skills; clear, respectful, and appropriate communication to all guests. Must be able to work fluently in English; bi-lingual skills are a plus.
- Strong organizational skills; remain organized while efficiently serving guests in-person or over the telephone while working independently.
- Must be dependable and reliable to report to work on-time when scheduled and work in assigned area independently.
- Understands and supports the team and is quick to volunteer to assist others. Others view most interactions as being positive with a willingness to achieve common goals. Effective in working with others to cooperatively solve problems. Workplace behavior is consistently respectful of others.
- Completes work assignments thoroughly and completely in an accurate, and prompt. Identifies and corrects errors. Is careful, alert and accurate, paying attention to details of the job.
- Executes projects and event space set-up with accuracy and efficiency from start to finish.
- Will perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Prior experience in a large, live event environment preferred.
- Previous Ticketmaster and Archtics experience preferred.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Previous experience in a customer-driven environment preferred.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):
- Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization's mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals.
- Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace.
- Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence.
- Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement.
Physical Activities and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work a variety of shifts including holidays, afternoon, evening and night games and events, prior to opening of facility to the public and/or through closing of the facility.
- Must be able to work at least 50% of 81 Mariners home games during the regular season, as well as other non-game related events.
- Must be able to stand, walk and/or sit for duration of shift.
- Must have functional manual dexterity to handle ticketing computer systems and technological devices.
- Must be available to work in an outdoor environment, subject to fluctuation in temperatures, exposure to the sun and elements.
- Able to safely move boxes, equipment, or other items. May include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and using equipment such as hand carts.
The anticipated starting pay for this seasonal role is $23.50-$25.00 per hour.
All perks are subject to eligibility requirements and availability and may be modified or amended
from time to time.
This information is being provided in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunity Act