2025 SEASONAL - EQUIPMENT

Title: Seasonal - Equipment

Department: Equipment

Reports To: Director of Equipment

How to Apply: www.chicagobears.com/jobs

About the Role

The Chicago Bears are looking for Full-Time Seasonal staff (temporary, entry-level) to support our Equipment department during the 2025-2026 Season. This position requires working at least 40 hours per week from Mid-April 2025 until January 2026. The position's primary location is in Lake Forest, Illinois and requires occasional travel.

Who We Are

As one of the founding franchises of the NFL, family is the core of who we are. We believe every person matters and we can collectively achieve success through our values of respect, championship mindset, community, and perseverance. We're different from other companies, as our vision is to be "one of one". We strive to be a championship football organization that consistently performs at a level of excellence on and off the field. Our people represent a vast array of cultural backgrounds, human experiences and perspectives and we believe they, collectively and as authentic individuals, are our greatest resource. Our working environment is one where your talent and contributions are valued by the organization and the community.

Responsibilities

• Work with the equipment team to deliver helpful, friendly, and professional customer service to players and staff within football operations.
• Assist in cleaning, maintaining, and distributing the club's clothing and gear.
• Set up and break down equipment at practice and tryouts. Maintain practice equipment and organize storage spaces.
• Assist with inventory system
• Assist with maintenance of equipment
• Assist with shipping and receiving
• Assist with day-to-day laundry duties
• Assist in packing and preparing trunks and player bags for home & away games
• Help accommodate coaches and players accordingly
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Previous equipment department experience with a collegiate program or professional team is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of AEMA best practices and methodologies. -Athletic Equipment Manager's Association.
• Must be able to work non-traditional hours throughout the entire duration of the position. This includes evenings, early mornings, holidays, and weekends.
• Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and customer service skills
• Positive enthusiasm, friendly demeanor, and professionalism
• Takes initiative, is adaptable and can work as a part of a team in a dynamic environment
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time in varying weather conditions, climb up/down bleacher stairs and lift heavy objects.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of weighted objects up to 50 pound or standing and/or walking for more than (4) hours per day.
• Basic computer skills

What We Offer

We remain committed to upholding the standard of being a first-class organization and employer of choice. Our goal is to provide quality support and a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our most important resource, our people.

Competitive Industry Pay

The Seasonal - Equipment is a full-time non-contract seasonal position. This position is an HOURLY role. The expected hourly rate for this is role is $16.25/per hour. Please note, due to job function, regular over-time (paid as time-and-a-half) is expected.

Benefits & Perks

Our Seasonal offerings include but are not limited to:

• Core Coverage: Optional medical coverage (employer paid premium + employee paid deductible)
• Flexible Work Location: Up to 2 days a week of remote work (role dependent)
• Time to Recharge: 5 days of paid vacation time, 3 paid sick/mental health days plus 10 paid holidays, paid time off to volunteer
• Experiences: complimentary preseason tickets for one game, ability to buy additional tickets for home & away games
• Gear: yearly Bears gear package plus 50% off at the Bears Pro Shop
• Wellness: FREE breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks, access to onsite fitness facilities and Bears Fit, complimentary Calm app access
• Connection: Social events for staff and their families, Employee Resource Groups, and more
• Professional Development: complimentary LinkedIn Learning access, professional development sessions, guest speakers, mentorship

Additional information on employee benefits can be found by visiting www.ChicagoBears.com/jobs.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Chicago Bears organization continues to deepen its commitment to establishing an inclusive, equitable work environment that reflects the diversity within our communities and fan base. We value, respect, and appreciate diversity at all levels, on and off the field, and are guided by a vision of success that includes integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our club's DNA and culture. The Chicago Bears seek to attract, retain and develop top talent, regardless of personal characteristics, and we invite and encourage all individuals to apply for positions of interest.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.