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Elite Tournaments

Event Staff

Columbia, MD · On-site

$100 - $150/day

Event Staff may fill various roles during a tournament including, but not limited to, site coordinator, field marshal, score keeper, merchandise sales, setup/breakdown, parking management, and other ...

Troon Golf

Assistant Superindendent

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Use of Technology - Precision turf management through GPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors. Tournament Support & Career Growth: * PGA TOUR Tournament Support - Gain hands-on experience by ...

Troon

Assistant Superindendent

Lansdowne, VA

$80K/yr

Use of Technology - Precision turf management through GPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors . Tournament Support & Career Growth: * PGA TOUR Tournament Support - Gain hands-on experience ...

Troon Golf

Assistant Superindendent

Lansdowne, VA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Use of Technology - Precision turf management through GPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors . Tournament Support & Career Growth: * PGA TOUR Tournament Support - Gain hands-on experience ...

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Washington, DC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Leesburg, VA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

College Park, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Rockville, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Laurel, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Bowie, MD · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Fairfax, VA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Varsity Tutors

Chess Tutor

Alexandria, VA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Familiar with chess instruction progressions and common challenges such as transitioning from tactical to positional play, calculating variations accurately, and managing tournament time pressure.

Saval Foodservice

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Non-CDL Delivery Driver

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$20/hr

One of our most successful Saval Cares Initiatives is our annual charity golf tournament that has ... Must have good organizational skills, can manage and prioritize multiple tasks/situations ...

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What is a tournament manager?

Tournament Managers are professionals responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing competitive events, such as sports tournaments, esports competitions, or gaming leagues. Their duties include coordinating schedules, managing registrations, securing venues, communicating with participants, and ensuring that rules and regulations are followed. They also handle logistics, such as equipment setup and scorekeeping, and often address any issues that arise during the event. Effective Tournament Managers possess strong organizational and communication skills to ensure the smooth execution of tournaments.

What is the difference between Tournament Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectTournament ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant experience in sports or gaming, certifications in event managementSimilar credentials, often with event planning certifications
Work EnvironmentSports venues, gaming arenas, or online platformsConference centers, hotels, or corporate settings
Industry UsageSports, esports, gaming tournamentsCorporate events, social gatherings, conferences
Primary FocusOrganizing and managing tournaments, brackets, and schedulesPlanning and executing various types of events

While both roles involve event planning, a Tournament Manager specializes in organizing competitive events like sports or esports tournaments, focusing on brackets, schedules, and participant management. An Event Coordinator handles a broader range of events, including conferences and social gatherings, with a focus on logistics and overall event execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tournament manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tournament Manager, you need strong event planning, organizational, and leadership skills, often supported by a degree in sports management or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, registration platforms, and scheduling tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities help you manage teams, participants, and unexpected challenges. These skills and qualities ensure smooth tournament operations, participant satisfaction, and the overall success of the event.

What are some common challenges faced by tournament managers when organizing large-scale events, and how can they be addressed?

Tournament Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating schedules for multiple teams, managing last-minute changes, and ensuring smooth communication among staff, participants, and vendors. Handling logistics like venue setup, technology integration, and contingency planning for unexpected issues (e.g., weather or technical difficulties) are also key aspects. To address these, strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and the use of event management software are highly recommended. Building a reliable team and having clear protocols in place help ensure the event runs smoothly and efficiently.
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Softball and Baseball Tournament Site Supervisor

Howard County, MD

Ellicott City, MD • On-site

$16 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary: $16.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Location : Recreation & Parks, 7120 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, MD
Job Type: Contingent
Job Number: 9995 - 12122024
Department: Recreation & Parks
Opening Date: 12/12/2024
POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The County offers a variety of baseball and softball tournaments for all ages. The on-site supervisor is responsible for preparing the game site, ensuring proper field conditions, starting the games on time, returning game site to the condition it was found in at the termination of the last scheduled game and monitoring other sports tournament staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
DUTIES:
  1. Prepare site every game day for game play in a safe environment, including field lining, dirt raking, and proper field maintenance.
  2. Set up and break down temporary fencing for youth tournaments as needed.
  3. Conduct proper pre-game meeting with selected officials/tournament partners/site staff.
  4. Start and end games at scheduled times.
  5. Responsible for timekeeping and scorekeeping of games.
  6. Direct games in compliance with established tournament rules.
  7. Maintain friendly, positive relationship with players, coaches, site staff, tournament partners, park/facility staff, concession vendors, parents and spectators.
  8. Responsible for the safety and general welfare of the tournament and participants.
  9. Complete and submit accident and incident reports to tournaments and events coordinator in a timely manner.
  10. Return game site to same condition as it was found at completion of last game, including proper field maintenance and equipment storage.
  11. Perform additional responsibilities/other duties as assigned by tournaments and events coordinator.
  12. Adhere to the utility cart guidelines.
  13. Supervising other tournament staff and keeping them on task.
  14. Attend all required staff trainings.
  15. Keep in contact with tournaments and events coordinator throughout event.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
  1. Knowledge of current baseball and softball rules and the ability to interpret them.
  2. At least 16 years of age.
  3. Ability to understand and interpret specific tournament rules and County procedures.
  4. Ability to schedule and reschedule games due to inclement weather, team no-show, official no-show, etc.
  5. Ability to communicate with parents, spectators, players, staff, officials, park and facility staff and tournament partners.
  6. Ability to deal with sometimes-difficult individuals.
  7. Ability to supervise and, when necessary, gain control over the game.
  8. Knowledge of proper field maintenance techniques, including field lining and dirt preparation.
  9. Community CPR and First Aid certification desirable.
  10. Baseball/Softball coaching and/or umpire certifications desirable.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
  • Significant background in participation, teaching, coaching, scorekeeping or umpiring in baseball and/or softball.
  • Prior experience working as sport or recreational activity assistant preferred.
  • Baseball/Softball coaching certification, CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

RATE OF PAY:
Contingent - Salary commensurate with experience.
Site Supervisor: Minimum Wage - $25.00/hour (Professional)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.
At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).
Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at . Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.
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