NATURALS HOST JOB FAIR ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13

SPRINGDALE, Ark. - The Northwest Arkansas Naturals and Patina Restaurant Group have announced that they'll be hosting their Gameday Staff Job Fair in the Sam's Club Community Room of Arvest Ballpark on Thursday, February 13^th.
Beginning at 5:30 p.m. on February 13^th, the Naturals and Patina Restaurant Group will be taking applications and conducting on-site interviews for part-time, Gameday associates who, if selected, will be instrumental in assisting the front office of the Naturals during the upcoming season. Job applications are currently available on www.nwanaturals.com under the EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES tab found in the FAN ZONE drop down menu.
Both organizations are seeking individuals that, if hired, will continue the tradition of providing top-notch customer service to each and every fan that visits Arvest Ballpark during the season. Applicants that attend the Job Fair are encouraged to interview with both the Naturals and Patina Restaurant Group to increase their potential for hire.
Details of each available position are listed below and additional information regarding these part-time jobs can be obtained by calling (479) 927-4900. People that are unable to make the job fair can stop out at our Administrative Offices at Arvest Ballpark between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday to fill out an application.

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS NATURALS
Usher
Ushers must be willing to interact with fans and check for correct seat locations on tickets in their section.
Kids Zone Attendant
The Kids Zone area is for kids 12 years and younger. Attendants are responsible for ensuring all children play safely while having fun. This area includes 4 inflatables, kids train, mini-golf course and wiffle ball field.
Parking Attendants
Naturals Parking Attendants are the front line employees of our Gameday Associate Customer Service Team. Parking attendants are asked to process cash transactions and make change as needed.
Program Seller
Responsible for enthusiastically selling the souvenir programs and scorecards. This position requires a loud voice, lots of energy, and good people skills.
Clubhouse Attendant
Responsible for a clean baseball environment for all the players, coaches, and umpires throughout the course of the pre-game, during the game post-game, on the field and in dugouts. Will be responsible for retrieving bats and other equipment, chasing down foul balls, and keeping the umpires furnished with liquids periodically among various other tasks.
Mascot
Engaging, enthusiastic individual that will act out the character of the Naturals mascots "Strike" and "Sinker". Perform at all (or majority of) home games at Arvest Ballpark and some community appearances, as requested. Must be able to be active for 2-3 hours in costume and have a willingness to show your personality through the characters. Training and a script for each game is provided, and a handler is also assigned to help with crowd control and getting mascots from place to place.
GAMEDAY POSITIONS - BUSINESS DEPARTMENT
Ticket Seller
Responsible for selling tickets on Game days and handling fan issues that should arise. Money handling and customer service experience a plus, but not required. Does require basic familiarity with computer and ability to use our ticket system, ProVenue. This position is normally finished by the second inning of the game
Ticket Scanner
Ticket Scanners are the second interaction a fan has, and should welcome the fans with enthusiasm. All Ticket Scanners will be trained in the use of the hand held scanner and Naturals Policies. Applicant must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Bag Checker
Bag Checkers are essential to Arvest Ballpark security. Associates will search and identify objects, food, and/or drink that are not allowed by Naturals & Texas League Policies. Working hand-in-hand with the ticket scanners, bag checkers will help organize the entry lines and answer any fan questions. Checkers will also manage in-game re-entry by checking fans in and out of the ballpark. Applicants must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Retail Associate
Requires organizational skills, ability to complete sales, and maintain inventory accurately. The ability to multi-task is also important as the retail store may be very busy at times throughout each game. Money handling and customer service experience a plus, but not required.
GAMEDAY POSITIONS - PRODUCTION
Camera
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are currently accepting resumes for Gameday Camera Operators for the Northwest Arkansas Naturals at Arvest Ballpark for the 2020 season. Applicants must be knowledgeable of or willing to learn about cameras and live event production. Applicants must be able to work both stationary camera and roaming camera based on daily needs for 3-4 hours.
GAMEDAY POSITIONS - OPERATIONS
Grounds Crew
Gameday grounds crew is needed for majority of the 70 Naturals games along high school games and various other events throughout the season. The duties involve batting practice tear down, cleaning equipment, 5th inning infield drag/dance, and post-game patching. Applicant must be able to lift a minimum 50 pounds, be willing and able to work in various weather conditions. The Naturals grounds crew is very flexible with hours.
Ballpark Operations
Will work directly with the Ballpark Operations staff in the daily activities of the facility. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Daily maintenance checklists to prepare ballpark for events, assist in fulfilling maintenance requests as they are received from fans, staff, or team, perform checklists during games to ensure facility is being operated and maintained to standards set prior to the season. The operations staff is very flexible with hours.
PATINA RESTAURANT GROUP
Concession Cashiers, Runners and Servers
Serve our fans in a fast and professional manner. Must be friendly, personable and well groomed.
Cooks
Preparing all food to proper temperature and ensuring consistency product. Capable of working at a fast pace.
Suite Attendants
Provide guests with reliable, professional and courteous food and beverage service. Experience in a la carte waiter service preferred.
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will return to Arvest Ballpark on Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 6:35 p.m. when they host the Corpus Christi Hooks (Double-A Affiliate of the Houston Astros) on Opening Night of the 2020 season.
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals are the Double-A Texas League Affiliate of the Kansas City Royals and play at state-of-the-art Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Ark. For more information, including statistics, ticket options, and more, please visit NWANaturals.com, and follow us on Twitter @NWANaturals and Facebook.com/Naturals.
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