2026 Fan Host

Job description

Attain Sports brings a community-focused, values-driven, and player-centric approach to connect diverse groups and create impact through the power of sports. The company was formed in 2021 and presents an affordable, family-friendly sports and entertainment portfolio that brings a commitment to community engagement, customer service, innovation, and the professional growth and development of its family of athletes and employees. Attain Sports owns and manages four baseball teams: the Baltimore Orioles Double-A affiliate **Chesapeake Baysox**, the Baltimore Orioles High-A affiliate **Frederick Keys**, the MLB Draft League **Aberdeen IronBirds**, and the Atlantic League Professional Baseball Club **Spire City Ghost Hounds**. Additionally, Attain Sports is an owner of the United Soccer League (USL) Championship Club **Loudoun United FC**. **Position Type:**Seasonal (April - September 2026) **Position Overview** The Aberdeen IronBirds, a member of the MLB Draft League and owned by Attain Sports, operate in founders Bill Ripken and Cal Ripken, Jr.'s home town. The IronBirds are excited to offer career opportunities for new or experienced sports professionals. The IronBirds are seeking candidates for Fan Hosts to provide exceptional customer service to IronBird Fans at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium to the highest professional standard. **Fan Hosts will work IronBirds games and events from April through September.** The Fan Hosts are expected to be available for no less than 75% of games (50 out of 66), barring educational commitments. Fan Hosts are also expected to work no fewer than 12 of the 24 premium (12 Fridays, 12 Saturdays) regular season games. **Key Responsibilities** - Greet all members and guests with pleasantries as they enter and exit the stadium - Assist fans in different seating sections of the park, finding seats and making sure all fans are in their proper ticketed areas - Answer questions from fans to the best of their ability regarding the ballpark - Scan fans’ tickets at the entry gates and help to direct them to their sections - Provide a positive customer experience to our Kids Zone customers - Ensure the safety of all fans - Provide feedback and suggestions to department as needed - Other duties as assigned **Qualifications** - Must be 16 and Older (Ages 16 -17 must provide work permit) - Must possess strong communication skills, an outgoing and positive attitude, and enjoy interaction with fans. - Highly motivated, able to work with others in stressful situations - Good written and verbal communication skills - Aptitude to operate required equipment - Ability to work and think independently and act with sound judgment - Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays per needs of the business- up to 40 hours per week from April-September (flexible based on school schedule) **Working Conditions / Special Physical Requirements:** - Must be able to stand for long periods of time (3-5 hours) - May be exposed to extreme heat and inclement weather - Must be in good physical condition in order to perform this job. --- **Additional Information** Attain Partners is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The individual hourly rate for this position is unique to each candidate and will be commensurate with experience, education, and skills. *Interested in this position but the compensation isn’t quite right? Let us know your expectations, and we’ll see if we can make it happen based on your qualifications.* Hourly Rate $15—$15 USD **Attain Sports is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.** Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more Information visit [EEO](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf__;!!F1XoHSs!TIdq0zG-EsH_Dg3z_rd1On_8uw1NQi5AqXf4cZ4nFMnSDJkyPC5EiL7SiKes$), [EEO Poster Supplement](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf__;!!F1XoHSs!TIdq0zG-EsH_Dg3z_rd1On_8uw1NQi5AqXf4cZ4nFMnSDJkyPC5EiBQrAYh0$), [Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)](https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf), and [Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act). If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.