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Operations Manager

  2025-08-07     Spokane Public Facilities District     Spokane,WA  
Description:

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs responsible administrative, managerial, and supervisory work related to the successful presentation of events in the facilities. Responsible for the oversight and work related to event set-up, tear down, conversions, and maintenance duties in each District Facility.

SUPERVISION:

Employee works under general supervision referring questionable cases to the Director of Operations. Supervision of workforce which includes part-time, full-time employees as well as contract service providers. Reports to the Director of Operations.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

  • Oversee the daily operations of the Operations Team.
  • Responsible for delegating tasks to the appropriate staff in Operations.
  • Responsible for department scheduling on event set up, tear down and conversions.
  • Schedules routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors.
  • Supervises and assists in repair, maintenance, and cleanliness of facility structures and equipment in the Operations Department.
  • Responsible for event conversions and the timely set-up and strike of all equipment necessary to successfully complete changeovers that facilitate the maximum utilization of the facility.
  • Supervises a crew of manual workers performing unskilled to semi-skilled tasks.
  • High attention to detail and able to plan and organize tasks.
  • Ability to motivate others to carry out assigned tasks; ability to encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team and entire organization; ability to implement and follow through with assigned tasks.
  • Works as a liaison between Event Management, Production and Operations.
  • Responsible for distributing event work orders, event resumes, concert riders, CAD diagrams, and any other documentation that will be utilized in the event set up process.
  • Coordinates and interfaces with other departments to direct activities of the Operations department.
  • Coordinates, estimates, and plans with Director on event setup/strike management organization related work requirements.
  • Estimates material and work hours necessary to accomplish projects; coordinates ordering of unique project material and supplies.
  • Issues appropriate documentation to Operations, and other relevant departments for action; monitors scheduling of staff for completion.
  • Works with Director and Facilities department staff to establish, monitor and maintain an inventory count on all event-related equipment.
  • Manage and maintain all company and contractor radios.
  • Operates special equipment associated with the conversions of the various facilities.
  • Operates a variety of tools, equipment, and machinery such as forklifts, trucks, electric carts, floor scrubbers and small hand tools.
  • Evaluates, maintains, and recommends various tool and equipment purchases.
  • Promotes both internal and external guest services, including fellow employees, contract service providers, event planners and event attendees.
  • Assist in preparing the facilities for changing weather conditions and snow removal.
  • May be required to work nights, weekends and overnights as required by business needs.
  • Performs related work as assigned.


Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and (3) three years of experience in a position with a public assembly facility, or entertainment promotions agency with responsibility for the coordination of such events preferred. Additional experience may be substituted for the specific degree requirement.
  • Two or more years of managerial experience and experience with project management.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, serve, and inspire others.
  • Must be able to work under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Must possess strong organizational, prioritization, time management and communication skills.
  • Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Knowledge of facilities and equipment including basketball floors, ice hockey system, track wall operation, various seating systems, table, chair, and staging set-ups, etc.
  • Knowledge of the methods, tools, equipment, and materials normally used in maintenance and changeover activities.
  • General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience in AutoCAD & Autosketch applications to create event diagrams.
  • Ability to work effectively with fellow workers and the public.

SALARY AND STATUS

$68,750 - $96,250 Exempt

Rev 07/2025

Spokane Public Facilities District offers a competitive benefits package for full time employees:

•100% Employer paid Medical and Dental for employee only coverage

•Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

•Paid time off

•Paid holidays

•Pension through Washington State Retirement

•457 Deferred Compensation

•Flexible Spending Account

•Employee Assistance Program

Salary Description

$68,750 - $96,250


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