Event Manager

  Sports Facility (OH)
  Central Region
  Administration/Management
  Posted/Updated: 12/02/21

Job Summary

 
Provides professional client services support while serving as the primary liaison between clients and facility departments to oversee all aspects of facility operations related to events. 
 

Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons/public and municipal officials

  • Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed
  • Assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/shows

  • Assist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimates

  • Assist with the completion of post-show event settlements

  • Advise lessees on services available from independent contractors for events

  • Recruit, train, and supervise event & security staff

  • Create work schedules for event & security staff, delegate assignments, and review performance/results

  • Function as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staff

  • Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels

  • Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event

  • Create and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every event

  • Prepare and approve bi-weekly payroll for all event staff and security staff

  • Coordinate service needs with Food and Beverage provider & make hospitality arrangements as needed

  • Serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned



Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field

  • Strong oral and written communication skills 

  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet 

  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid drivers’ license

  • Knowledge of operational characteristics of events
  • Demonstrated familiarity with facility use contracts

  • Knowledge of fire and public safety regulations

  • Knowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilities

  • Experience with budget preparation and control

  • Familiarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings

  • Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required


 
 


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