Dig for Gold Associate

At the San Francisco 49ers, our mission is simple but powerful: to create meaningful moments that inspire and connect. Whether it’s on the field, in the community, or behind the scenes, we’re united by the belief that the work we do has the power to bring people together and leave a lasting impact.

Success here takes more than passion; it’s about bringing your best to every challenge. We thrive by balancing priorities with precision, making thoughtful decisions in fast-paced environments, and always looking ahead to what’s next. Our team is built on core competencies that shape how we work: adaptability, integrity, collaboration, strong communication, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Together, these qualities fuel our ability to deliver world-class experiences for our fans, partners, and community.

If you’re excited about being part of a supportive team where you can develop your skills, share your ideas, and help make a difference, we’d love to have you join us.

Position Summary:

The 49ers Foundation Dig for Gold Sales Associate will help make an impact in our community through the 49ers Foundation’s memorabilia and equipment auction and sale program, Dig for Gold, as well as other 49ers Foundation fundraising events that take place throughout the NFL Season. Dig for Gold utilizes notable equipment worn and issued to 49ers players and personnel to aid the Foundation’s fundraising efforts. This role helps to move, organize and manage inventory as well as conducts sales on game days, during training camp, and at Foundation events to help repurpose 49ers memorabilia to support the 49ers Foundation’s mission to Empower and Educate Bay Area Youth and beyond.  

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Move, organize, and inventory 49ers team-issued, game-used, and donated products at the 49ers Foundation storage facilities.
• Compile Mystery Bags (surprise bags of 49ers gear or memorabilia) for bulk sale in advance of events and games using 49ers team issued and donated gear.
• Maintain an organized inventory space and process in order to track inventory use and issue certifications for each item.
• Support the operations of Dig for Gold in-stadium activations on home game days, including set up, break down, and in-game sales and fan engagement.
• Sell at stand-alone 49ers, 49ers Foundation events, and Training Camp, including set up, break down, and in-game sales and fan engagement. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to communicate with and listen to a diverse fan base.
• Work cooperatively with all team members across all departments.
• Ability to react appropriately in high stress situations.
• Organized and detailed-oriented, particularly as it relates to managing football gear and memorabilia.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, please refer to the 2026 San Francisco 49ers Home Game schedule for specified dates required. These dates may and will take place on weekends and certain holidays.

Education and Experience:

• Must be 18 years old, or older.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• Sales experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

The employee will be working in an indoor/outdoor facility.

The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, stand and walk. The employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to sit and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position requires the employee to work extended hours, including weekends and/or holidays.

Travel:

0% of local travel time expected for this position.

Compensation:

$18.20 per hour with commission 

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.