2027 Racing President- Cacti Park (Part-Time, Limited Term)

The Racing Presidents have been a mainstay at Nationals games since 2006. Originally a scoreboard video feature, the Presidents came 'to life' in 2006. They are regularly featured on ESPN and have garnered the IDEA Conference “Best Interactive Feature” Award and GameOps.com 'Best Of On-Field Promotion' award on multiple occasions.   

This is a part-time, limited term position working all 15 Washington Nationals Spring Training home games and potential outside appearances at Cacti Park in West Palm Beach, FL. The employment duration for this position is February through March 2027.

The Nationals are a military-friendly organization actively recruiting veterans and spouses.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Take on the persona of the Racing President you encompass. 
• Interact with fans on the concourse during pre-game.  
• Race in the mid-4th Presidents Race.  
• Participate in a photo station following the end of each race. 
• Take part in the 7th Inning Stretch. Take part in outside appearances as needed.  
• Other duties as assigned.  

Compensation:   

The projected wage rate for this position is $18.70 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.   

Equal Opportunity Employer:  

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. 

• • Gameday Seasonal: Job requires employees to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
• • Ability to properly function while wearing a 60-pound costume.
• • Ability to run from centerfield to first base (approximately 200 yards) in a 60-pound costume.
• • Must be between 5'9' and 6'3' in height.
• • Must be able to take part in the annual tryout (tryouts are by invitation only).
• • Must be able to work all 15 Nationals Spring Training home games in 2027.
• • Must be able to arrive at Cacti Park, West Palm Beach at least 90 minutes prior to first pitch.
• • Must be at least 18 years of age.
• • Uphold Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, and Teamwork. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction – Together.
• • Must have U.S. work authorization.
• • Must successfully clear a background check.

• • Previous mascot experience is preferred, but not required.

• High School or better

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