Jobs in Spokane, WA

About the role

Spokane Sports strengthens our community through the power of sports. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we create, bid on, and host impactful sports events that drive economic growth, inspire connection, and enhance Spokane’s national reputation as a sports destination. Guided by our core values of people-first, innovation, authenticity, integrity, and community impact, we pursue events that benefit both our community and our partners. The Sports Development Manager drives the day-to-day execution of Spokane Sports’ event sales efforts. This role builds and manages a strong pipeline, develops proposals, and secures high-caliber regional, national and international events. The position ensures that events awarded to Spokane Sports transition seamlessly to the event management team and that Spokane’s reputation with key rights holders is strengthened.

What you'll bring

• Proven success in sports tourism, event sales, business development, or related field.
• Strong sales mindset with ability to set and exceed goals.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence decisions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.
• Skilled in developing relationships with rights holders, governing bodies, event producers, venue partners and community stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and deliver results.
• Commitment to upholding Spokane Sports’ mission, values, and reputation.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, sports management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales, business development, or event bidding.
• Familiarity with the sports tourism and events industry strongly preferred.
• Experience with CRM platforms and pipeline management preferred.