Director, Ticket Operations

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<table style="height: 153.111px; width: 824px;" width="408"> <tbody> <tr style="height: 25.5139px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5139px;" width="125"><strong>Position:</strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5139px;" width="219"><em>Director, Ticket Operations</em></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 25.5139px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5139px;"><strong>Department:</strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5139px;"><em>Ticket Operations</em></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 25.5139px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5139px;"><strong>Reporting Manager:</strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5139px;"><em>Senior Director, Ticket & Premium Operations</em></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 25.5139px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5139px;"><strong>Status:</strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5139px;"><em>Full-Time</em></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 25.5139px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5139px;"><strong>Job Classification:</strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5139px;"><em>Exempt</em></td> </tr> <tr style="height: 25.5417px;"> <td style="width: 289.891px; height: 25.5417px;"><strong>Location:<br></strong></td> <td style="width: 504.797px; height: 25.5417px;"><em>Las Vegas, NV</em></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>About the A's:</strong><strong><br></strong></p> <p>The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.</p> <p>In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.</p> <p>The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.</p> <p><strong>Description:</strong><strong><br></strong><strong><br></strong>The <strong>Director, Ticket Operations</strong> provides strategic leadership and technical oversight for the Athletics’ ticketing ecosystem. This role is responsible for end-to-end inventory management on the ProVenue platform, financial reconciliation of all ballpark events, and the professional development of the box office and game day service teams. As the organization prepares for the transition to the new Las Vegas ballpark, this individual will play a critical role in shaping the future of the fan experience and ticketing strategy. This role is based in Las Vegas and supports ticketing operations for both Spring Training and West Sacramento events.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><em>System & Inventory Management</em></p> <ul> <li>Platform Architecture: Lead the configuration and management of season, group, and individual event builds within the ProVenue system.</li> <li>Technological Optimization: Maximize the utility of the MLB Ballpark App, CRM, and third-party vendor platforms to ensure a seamless purchasing journey for fans.</li> <li>Inventory Control: Oversee comprehensive inventory tracking, allocation, and reporting to ensure optimal availability across all sales channels.</li> </ul> <p><em>Financial Oversight & Compliance</em></p> <ul> <li>Auditing & Reconciliation: Conduct end-of-event financial audits, including credit card reconciliations and daily sales reporting.</li> <li>Regulatory Alignment: Ensure all ticketing operations remain in strict compliance with organizational policies, state/federal laws, and MLB/Tickets.com mandates.</li> <li>Financial Reporting: Deliver detailed sales data and analytical reports to senior management to inform high-level business decisions.</li> </ul> <p><em>Strategic Collaboration & Sales Support</em></p> <ul> <li>Cross-Functional Launch: Partner with Sales and Marketing to execute product launches, including season ticket renewals, mini-plans, and promotional offers.</li> <li>Regional Support: Develop and implement pricing structures and ticketing policies for Spring Training and West Sacramento operations.</li> <li>Secondary Market Strategy: Collaborate with the Strategy and Analytics team to manage secondary market relationships and data-driven pricing models.</li> </ul> <p><em>Gameday Operations & Leadership</em></p> <ul> <li>Staff Development: Recruit, train, and supervise the box office and ticket resolution teams to ensure premium fan support during Athletics home games and special events.</li> <li>Customer Resolution: Utilize purchasing history and customer data to resolve complex ticketing issues and maintain…