Cooperstown dreams park est. 1996
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Ambassador program
Program Highlights
Located in the home of baseball, Cooperstown Dreams Park is a premier 22 field youth baseball tournament facility. The Cooperstown Dreams Park Experience, since 1996, offers more than baseball. This cultural and life enriching experience for team and family members will create memories to last a lifetime.
Cooperstown Dreams Park offers our players a chance to succeed, to savor their moment in the spotlight and to feel the excitement of success. We promote a healthy spirit of competition, while at the same time always maintaining traditional values and integrity of the game. Many coaches and parents have described their experience at Dreams Park as the highlight of their child’s life. It is that spirit that has made Cooperstown Dreams Park the “Crown Jewel of Youth Baseball.” We take pride in keeping the tradition of American’s game, baseball, in its purest form.
Qualified candidates must be committed to our staff’s mission of integrity, service, safety, courtesy and cleanliness.
- Diverse work experience
- College credit available
- Weekly compensation
- Room and board
- Laundry service
- Wireless internet
All Ambassadors are given the opportunity to concentrate in their area of interest, while at the same time developing an appreciation for how all departments work together to deliver the best possible experience for our guests.
It is the mission of the Ambassador Program to offer individuals the opportunity for employment at Cooperstown Dreams Park through the four levels of this program: credited internship, non-credited internship, Steward of the Game and residential employee. Each level will offer the participant an opportunity to be a member of the Cooperstown Dreams Park team, gain diverse work experience, and give back to youth and the game of baseball.
Qualifications
To qualify for the Ambassador Program you must be at least 18 years of age, complete an application, the interview questionnaire, submit two letters of reference (cannot be from family members or friends), complete a satisfactory interview with Human Resources and the Director of your desired department, and pass a background investigation.
To receive college credit you must be enrolled in college and approved for the ambassadorship by your college and Cooperstown Dreams Park, as well as complete the above mentioned. Human Resources will work with college advisors to establish relationships and to ensure all appropriate documentation is completed in a timely manner.
To qualify to be a Steward of the Game you must be an alumnus of Cooperstown Dreams Park or have demonstrated a committed and lasting relationship with the game of baseball. In addition, Stewards of the Game must be 18 years of age as of the date employment at Cooperstown Dreams Park begins and must be committed to work full-time during operational season.
In addition, residential employees must be able to work through the end of the season.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Guest Services
GUEST SERVICES
Responsible for greeting and checking in/out all
Cooperstown Dreams Park coaches, campers and guests as well as
assisting the Operational team with the overall safety and welfare of all
Cooperstown Dreams Park guests and employees and for safe transport of
all Cooperstown Dreams Park’s guests in need of assistance.
Baseball Operations
BASEBALL OPERATIONS
Responsible for the daily tournament operations which includes game play, scheduling, umpire transportation, game statistics and highlights, baseball information services, guest service, A.Y.B.H.O.F memorabilia collection and general office duties. Also responsible for the coordination and operation of events.
Snack Shacks
SNACK SHACKS
Duties include operating a cash
register, food preparation, restocking products, and assisting guests. Also
responsible for hawking select Snack Shacks items during events. Must be
able to stand for long periods of time.
Data Entry
DATA ENTRY
Responsible for the entry into the inventory management system of all items received and issued, along with completing tournament reports.
Facilities Maintenance
FIELDS
Responsible for baseball field preparation and maintenance of a safe, clean environment for guests. GROUNDS
Responsible for maintaining grounds, including flowers and baseball fields. VILLAGE
Responsible for the maintenance and housekeeping duties of the Baseball Village and surrounding area. Overnight positions available. MECHANIC SHOP
Responsible for servicing all company owned equipment and vehicles while maintaining accurate service records. IRRIGATION
Responsible for servicing and maintaining irrigation system. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Responsible for the maintenance of all Cooperstown Dreams Park buildings.
Human Resources
HR CENTER
Responsible for distributing apparel/equipment to
employees. Employees should be comfortable using a computer and must
be able to stand for long periods of time. Overnight positions available. HR OFFICE
Duties include assisting in the hiring process, employee services, scheduling and answering Human Resources phone calls. Must be comfortable using a computer.
Kitchen
KITCHEN
Responsible for the preparation and service of daily meals.
Positions include supervisors, cooks, prep cooks, servers, and
dishwashers. Must be able to stand for most of your shift.
Uniform Cleaning Services
UNIFORM CLEANING SERVICE
Responsible for
24-hour uniform cleaning service for our guests. Duties include washing,
drying, umpire and staff laundry. Overnight positions available.
Technology
TECHNOLOGY
Responsible
for maintaining the Dreams Park network, computers and webcasting
equipment. Maintaining and operating printing and finishing machines.
Office
OFFICE
Responsible for general office duties which include answering phone calls and emails, fielding/directing questions, guest service, and providing clerical support where needed. Employees should be comfortable using a computer and phone.
Photography Content Management
PHOTOGRAPHY CONTENT MANAGEMENT
Responsible for capturing game, studio, and event photographs and
operating video equipment during live broadcasts; equipment provided.
Employees must be comfortable using a computer and may occasionally
be responsible for image processing.
Retail Center
RETAIL CENTER
Responsible for all sales activities and duties, from greeting guests, answering questions, offering assistance, suggesting items, lending opinions, provide product information and maintain our store’s visual appearance in high standards. Must also process payments and be able to deal with guest exchanges courteously and professionally.
Storehouse
STOREHOUSE
Responsible for storage, issuing, and safe handling of
all food and non-food inventories. Duties include guest service and
restocking of all departments including but not limited to Snack Shacks
and Retail Center. Must be able to stand for most of your shift. 
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Program Benefits
American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame
Room and Board
Cooperstown Dreams Park is a camp environment and your assigned living arrangements are in a shared clubhouse or shared room.
Laundry Service
Cooperstown Dreams Park provides free laundry service to all Ambassadors during its operational season and there are laundry services available in Cooperstown.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered to all program participants.
Wireless Internet
Wireless internet is available on site but may be limited for use.
Program Bonus
Bonuses are discretionary upon the following stipulations. If he or she maintains good employment reviews and stays at least through his or her last day (as agreed on between the Ambassador and Human Resources at the time the employment arrangement commences).
The amount of the bonus will vary, and is influenced by several factors, including length of service time, performance evaluation, condition of living facility upon leaving and attitude. Bonuses are discretionary.
What to Bring
When packing for your stay at Cooperstown Dreams Park, pack the items you would bring with you to college; such as bedding (pillows, blankets, sleeping bags and twin sheets), shower needs (toiletries, towels, shower shoes, etc.), uniform clothing (tan or navy pants, appropriate length shorts or skirts, two pairs of comfortable sneakers and work boots if needed), durable rain gear, computer (if needed), means of transportation if available, any items to keep you occupied during non-work hours (board games, card games, books, etc.), locks and a fan. Keep in mind that temperatures can be extremely hot and quite cool; especially during the first week and last week, when nighttime lows can dip into the 40s.
Cooperstown Dreams Park
Cooperstowndreamspark.com/employment
NOW HIRING
All Ages (14 and older) - All Skill Sets
Seasonal/Overtime/Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available
Day, night and weekend shifts available
Hourly Rate $15 to $22
Shift Differential (when applicable) $1 to $3
Earn up to $15,000 – $20,000 for the summer
Call today (607)-547-4061 or Email jobs@cooperstowndreamspark.com
*Wage Publication: Pay Transparency Law (New York Labor Law Section 194-b)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Seasonal Average Hourly Wage is the hourly wage based on Gross Wage/Total Hours worked. Every effort has been made to accurately represent gross earnings in each model based on hours per week. You should not rely on the earnings information presented as any kind of promise, guarantee or expectation of earnings, weekly hours could vary due to weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
If you are interested, please submit an application and an interview will be set up.
