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Greenkeeper (m/f/d) – Help Create the Perfect Game Day Stage

Position Overview

Every great football game starts long before kickoff.

The field is where unforgettable plays happen, championships are won, and fans create lasting memories. As a Greenkeeper for the Alpine Rams, you play a vital role in ensuring that our field is ready for every game day.

You are responsible for preparing, maintaining, and restoring the field before and after games, ensuring it meets the highest standards for American football while remaining suitable for regular soccer operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare the field before home games
  • Paint and mark the football field according to league standards
  • Install and remove field markings and game-day equipment
  • Ensure the field is safe and game-ready
  • Support stadium setup and breakdown operations
  • Inspect and maintain the playing surface before and after games
  • Coordinate with stadium staff and game-day operations personnel
  • Restore the field for soccer use after football games
  • Assist with special events when needed

What we’re looking for

  • Passion for American football and sports
  • Hands-on mentality and practical problem-solving skills
  • Reliable and self-motivated personality
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Availability on game days and selected weekends

What we offer

  • A unique behind-the-scenes role within a growing football organization
  • The opportunity to contribute directly to game-day success
  • A passionate and supportive team environment
  • Exclusive access to Alpine Rams events and activities
  • The chance to help shape the future of American football in Switzerland

Without a great field, there is no great football. Join the Alpine Rams and help create the stage for unforgettable moments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for applying to Julia.koegler@alpinerams.com.

Director of Business Operations (m/f/d)

Position Overview

The Alpine Rams are seeking a highly driven, entrepreneurial, and commercially minded Director of Business Operations to lead the organization’s business growth, revenue generation, and operational execution.

This role is responsible for maximizing all commercial opportunities across sponsorship, ticketing, hospitality, partnerships, merchandising, events, and new business development while ensuring the organization’s business functions operate efficiently and professionally.

The ideal candidate is not simply an administrator but a revenue creator who can identify opportunities, build relationships, close deals, and develop sustainable revenue streams that support the long-term growth of the Alpine Rams.

Key Objective

Build a financially sustainable championship organization by creating, growing, and optimizing revenue-generating opportunities while leading day-to-day business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Revenue Generation

Sponsorship Sales & Partnerships

  • Develop and execute the club’s sponsorship strategy.
  • Identify and pursue local, national, and international sponsorship opportunities.
  • Create partnership packages and customized sponsorship solutions.
  • Manage sponsor relationships and renewals.
  • Deliver measurable ROI for corporate partners.
  • Lead negotiations for major commercial agreements.

Business Development

  • Identify new revenue streams beyond traditional sponsorship.
  • Build strategic partnerships with businesses, municipalities, tourism organizations, and community stakeholders.
  • Develop premium membership and VIP programs.
  • Explore naming rights opportunities.
  • Create B2B networking initiatives.
  • Develop corporate hospitality offerings.

Ticketing & Attendance Growth

  • Develop ticket sales strategies.
  • Drive season ticket and group sales growth.
  • Implement CRM-driven fan acquisition campaigns.
  • Increase average game attendance and fan spend.
  • Work closely with marketing on conversion-focused campaigns.

Merchandising

  • Oversee merchandise strategy and sales growth.
  • Develop online and in-person retail opportunities.
  • Create special edition and limited-release products.
  • Establish partnerships with retailers and distributors.

Events & Experiences

  • Develop non-game-day revenue opportunities.
  • Organize community events, youth camps, clinics, corporate events, and fan experiences.
  • Create premium game-day experiences.
  • Maximize revenue opportunities around every home game.
Business Operations

Strategic Planning

  • Develop annual business plans and revenue forecasts.
  • Establish departmental KPIs and performance metrics.
  • Track and report financial and operational performance.

Budget Management

  • Assist with annual budget development.
  • Monitor department expenditures.
  • Ensure revenue and expense targets are achieved

Process & Systems Development

  • Build scalable business processes.
  • Implement CRM and reporting systems.
  • Improve operational efficiency across departments.

Contract Management

  • Oversee commercial agreements and partnership contracts.
  • Ensure fulfillment of sponsorship obligations.
  • Maintain vendor and supplier relationships.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Director of Business Operations will be measured primarily on:

Revenue Growth

  • Total sponsorship revenue
  • New sponsorship revenue
  • Partnership renewal rate
  • Hospitality revenue
  • Merchandise revenue
  • Event revenue
  • New revenue streams launched

Fan Growth

  • Average attendance
  • Season ticket sales
  • CRM database growth
  • Fan retention rates

Operational Excellence

  • Budget adherence
  • Sponsor fulfillment rate
  • Project completion rate
  • Stakeholder satisfaction
Qualifications

Required

  • 5+ years experience in sports business, sponsorship sales, business development, commercial management, or related field.
  • Proven track record of generating revenue and closing partnerships.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Experience managing budgets and business operations.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-oriented approach.

Preferred

  • Experience in professional sports.
  • Existing network within Switzerland and/or European sports industry.
  • Knowledge of sponsorship valuation and activation.
  • CRM and ticketing platform experience.

Languages

  • English (required)
  • German (preferred)
  • French (preferred)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for applying to Julia.koegler@alpinerams.com.

Game Film Recorder (m/f/d)

Position Overview

The Alpine Rams are seeking a reliable individual to record home games and occasional practices during the football season.

Responsibilities:

  • Record games from a designated filming position
  • Capture every play from start to finish
  • Ensure video quality remains clear and stable throughout the game
  • Upload footage after the event (if required)

Requirements:

  • Comfortable operating a camera, smartphone, or recording equipment
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Basic understanding of football is preferred but not required
  • Available on game days, primarily weekends

What We Offer:

  • Compensation per game
  • Access to Alpine Rams home games
  • Opportunity to work with a professional football organization
  • Flexible seasonal position

Location:
📍 Tissot Arena, Biel/Bienne, Switzerland

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for applying to Julia.koegler@alpinerams.com.

We are a growing organization and always open to unsolicited applications. If you would like to become part of the Alpine Rams team, we look forward to receiving your application documents.