Stadium Operations Manager
Peoria Chiefs
Overview:Our Stadium Operations Manager reports to the General Manager and oversees all day-to-day operations at Dozer Park including maintenance, cleaning,...
Role overview
Overview:Our Stadium Operations Manager reports to the General Manager and oversees all day-to-day operations at Dozer Park including maintenance, cleaning, system operations and events. Assists in providing overall administrative planning, direction and assuring the highest quality service program to assure booking and rebooking of events. Stadium Operations personnel ensure an effective and cost-efficient program by controlling departmental operating budget as well as providing highly responsible staff assistance and management to the General Manager. Responsibilities:Oversees overall daily operation and maintenance of the stadium and all systems. This includes HAVC, sound, lighting, scoreboards/videoboards, fire protection, life safety, workplace safety and others.Assists with advancing and communicating event information to the appropriate departments and staff.Oversees the conversion of the stadium for events.Oversee custodial services for the venue.Administers and negotiates contracts with outside vendors including pest control, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other services, at times being able to complete the work themselvesDevelop and update comprehensive management reports and manuals Oversee facility maintenance, operations and related areas.Ensure timely and accurate communication from Operations department to other appropriate departments and staff.Responsible for health & safety compliance.Meets with General Manager on regular basis to discuss all matters pertaining to day-to-day operations and events as required.Serve as Manager-on-Duty for events as assigned.Other duties as assigned Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university in Business/Hospitality Management/Sports Management or related fieldMinimum of two (2) years of progressive venue managementAbility to work event nights, weekends and holidaysAbility to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 75 lbsStrong computer skills in Microsoft office applications, spreadsheets, powerpoint, etcKnowledge of operational characteristics of eventsAbility to identify the needs of users and clients of the stadiumKnowledge of crowd management and control techniquesGreat customer service skillsKnowledge of local and state fire and public safety regulationsKnowledge of AV, HVAC, Scoreboard and related systems in venuesAbility to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environmentAbility to express ideas clearly through both oral and written communicationEffectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment while making sound business/operations decisions quicklyAbility to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environmentAbility to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentialityAbility to work independently with little directionWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Overview:Our Stadium Operations Manager reports to the General Manager and oversees all day-to-day operations at Dozer Park including maintenance, cleaning, system operations and events. Assists in providing overall administrative planning, direction and assuring the highest quality service program to assure booking and rebooking of events. Stadium Operations personnel ensure an effective and cost-efficient program by controlling departmental operating budget as well as providing highly responsible staff assistance and management to the General Manager. Responsibilities: Qualifications:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.