Overview

• The Event Manager will manage every aspect of their assigned events from the advance planning stages through the end of the event;
• hire, train, schedule and supervise all event staff; oversee building security and interact with local public safety officials to ensure events run smoothly;

coordinate communication between event staff / security and delegate assignments; be responsible for and ensure overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience.

This role will pay a salary of $45,000 to $50,000.

For FT roles : Benefits : Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

expires 8 / 31 / 2024

About the Venue

The Stride Bank Center is owned by City of Enid and professionally managed by Oakview Group. The Stride Bank Center is a 5,000 seat arena opened in June 2013.

The Arena is home to world-class concerts, athletic events, trade shows, conventions and large banquets. The complex consists of the arena and convention space made up of multiple ballrooms to fit meetings, conferences, weddings and banquets of any size.

Within house catering, it makes it easy and convenient to have everything under 1 roof.

Responsibilities

• Advance, plan, service, and supervise all events
• Plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates
• Provide leadership and guidance for event personnel
• Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives
• Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
• 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
• Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to Oak View Group’s principles
• 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
• 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
• Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load in and load out
• Investigate and resolve event-related complaints in a professional manner ensuring customer satisfaction
• Maintain equipment (radios, metal detection wands, for all event and security staff
• Make hospitality arrangements as needed
• Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire and medical services, event staff and public to ensure security of patrons and events run smoothly
• 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

• One to three (1-3) years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility setting
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college / university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field preferred
• 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
• Ability to identify the needs of users of the facility
• Knowledge of crowd management and control techniques
• Knowledge of customer service practices
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employees
• 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

Last updated : 2024-05-18