DIRECTOR OF FINANCE/CONTROLLER
VENUWORKS
AMES, IA

VenuWorks, a rapidly expanding private management company, provides management services for arenas, theaters, and convention centers. We are seeking a financial person to oversee accounting, auditing and budgeting in our markets across the country. Requires significant travel, strong communication skills, command of computer accounting, Excel and Word programs, and ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Experienced CPA preferred. E.O.E. A full position description may be found at www.venuworks.com.

Persons interested in this position should forward a letter of application and resume to Human Resources Director, VenuWorks, 103 East 6th Street, P.O. Box 625, Ames, IA 50010. Materials are also invited by email to: personnel@venuworks.com.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/GENERAL MANAGER
ARLINGTON CONVENTION CENTER
ARLINGTON, TX

$7,461/mo.-$8,290/mo. Manages and is responsible for the daily operations of the Convention Center. Plans, organizes, staffs and directs activities. Communicates with clients and potential clients to negotiate contracts, ensure Center availability, monitor activities, etc. Must have knowledge of public assembly facility industry standards, methods, and objectives. Knowledge of facility management including marketing, operations, facility maintenance, and budget required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field, 2-3 years experience in a multi-purpose center as a manager or supervisor, or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Must successfully complete criminal background check. To apply for this position, please log onto www.arlingtontx.gov and click on the “career opportunities” link. EOE Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

EVENT COORDINATOR
ARLINGTON CONVENTION CENTER
ARLINGTON, TX

$22.08/hr-$24.53/hr

Coordinates all aspects of event services which include: determining equipment and personnel needs, overseeing the service to clients during events and preparing event settlement paperwork at the conclusion of events. Position requires knowledge of convention, trade show, or hotel, converting client conceptual requirements into written instructions, coordinating several events at various stages, maintaining and enforcing policies and procedure and overseeing all aspects of services and resolving problems. Must be able to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays. Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, plus a minimum of one year related work experience in a public assembly-type facility or hotel; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Public Relations, Hospitality, or other industry related experience preferred. Computer skilled required.

To apply for this position, please log onto www.arlingtontx.gov and click on the “career opportunities” link. EOE Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

MANAGEMENT GROUP
AUGUSTA ENTERTAINMENT CENTER COMPLEX
AUGUSTA, GA

The Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority seeks an experienced Professional Management Group to manage the Augusta Entertainment Center Complex, home of the James Brown Arena and William B. Bell Auditorium. The Complex is a multi-purpose facility with a 9,000 seat arena, 2,690 seat auditorium, 14,570 sq. ft. exhibit hall, and 7 meeting rooms.

Management fee commensurate with experience and qualifications. Apply at once with complete proposal, references, and approximate fee requirements to:

Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority
Attention: Linda G. Roberts, Interim General Manager
P. O. Box 2306
Augusta, GA 30903
Deadline: May 23, 2008, 1:00 p.m. EST

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING JOB POSTING
ARENA AT HARBOR YARD
BRIDGEPORT, CT

Arena at Harbor Yard (Bridgeport, CT) a Centerplate managed facility, is seeking candidates for Director of Marketing. The Director of Marketing, reporting directly to the General Manager, will oversee all marketing and sales efforts including but not limited to sponsorships, premium seating and marketing plan for the Arena and their events. This position serves as liaison between promoters and media outlets. Responsibilities include event advertising, public relations and promotions, contract negotiating, department budget management and the overseeing of content and design of all print material and web site. Requires advertising/marketing degree, minimum of 5 years experience in planning and implementing comprehensive marketing and advertising campaigns, previous entertainment industry experience and experience managing a staff in a highly dynamic environment. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

This position is accompanied by a competitive salary and benefits package. Please send resumes and cover letters with salary requirements to hr@arenaatharboryard.com or fax to 203-333-8811. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Centerplate is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Category: Marketing/PR/Sales

Career Level: Director

ASSOCIATE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
MURCHISON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER / UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
DENTON, TX

This is skilled technical work in support of musical recording and productions for the University of North Texas College of Music. An employee in this class will serve as the Associate Technical Director for the Murchison Performing Arts Center (MPAC). This position will work in conjunction with the additional Associate Technical Director overseeing all technical needs for the center. Those technical needs are in the areas of: lighting, technical staff management, point of contact for technical matters with internal and external clients, event technical management and work with the UNT Opera program on their technical requirements. The position will serve as the lead audio and video member of MPAC technical staff.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of work experience in performing arts production or two years experience and two years college coursework; expertise in audio production, stage lighting and rigging preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work on ladders and personal lifts and physically withstand extended concert load ins. Must have valid Texas driver's license (or ability to obtain) and good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications Background in music/theatre and bachelor's degree preferred.

For more information https://jobs.unt.edu. UNT is an AA/EOE.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
SMG/EL PASO CONVENTION & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER & VISITORS BUREAU
EL PASO, TX

The Director of Operations is responsible to schedule and supervise personnel, subcontractors and daily activities involved in the successful execution of events and maintenance of the facility.
To apply:
Resumes must include salary requirements for consideration and may be emailed to: rcarrasco@elpasocvb.com.
See full description at www.smgworld.com.

BUSINESS MANAGER
THREE RIVERS CONVENTION CENTER / TOYOTA CENTER & ARENA
KENNEWICK, WA

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 Year
Closing Date: May 4, 2008

VenuWorks of Kennewick is accepting applications for the position of Business Manager at the Three Rivers Convention Center, Toyota Center & Toyota Arena. The Business Manager is responsible for all financial activity of the Three Rivers Convention Center (TRCC), Toyota Center (TC), and Toyota Arena (TA), including financial management and control, accounting and bookkeeping, internal auditing, purchasing, payroll and other general financial duties. This person will develop, install and monitor controls established to safeguard assets and properly record revenues and expenditures according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This individual will serve as principal personnel officer.
Send cover letter, resume, and references to: Roni Gierke, Three Rivers Campus, 7016 W. Grandridge Blvd., Kennewick, WA 99336. Or fax to 509-735-9431. No phone calls please.

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CIVIC CONVENTION CENTER MANAGER
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX
The City of New Braunfels is accepting applications for the exempt position of Civic/Convention Center Manager for the Office of the City Manager. This position will be open until filled. Apply at the City Secretary’s Office at the Municipal Building 424 South Castell Avenue, New Braunfels, TX. Applications also available on the City website at www.nbtexas.org. Resume can be submitted with completed application.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, manages and coordinates the comprehensive administrative and operational activities of the Civic/Convention Center to ensure customer satisfaction for tenants, clients and visitors at the facility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Participates with Convention & Visitors Bureau staff in promoting the Civic/Convention Center
  for future use and to ensure success of all events.
• Conducts tours of the Civic/Convention Center to show prospective clients the availability of
  suitable space for conventions, shows, meetings, concerts, galas, exhibits, and other events.
• Manages resources to ensure each event is provided with qualified services to open facilities,
  clean premises, complete set-up and required service items; verifies client’s requirements for
  space, equipment needed, move-in and move-out time, availability of electrical and other
  connections; explains City policies and ordinances relating to fire codes, security, safety, signage,
  additional labor, insurance and other related issues, as well as external services such as catering,
  security, and event decoration.
• Coordinates with City departments and affiliated and/or contracted service organizations to
   arrange for services, equipment, materials, and other needs; coordinates efforts of caterers,
   decorators, audio-visual, stagehands, etc., when organizing set-up requirements.
• Evaluates the event coordination process and recommends improvements.
• Uses event information sheets, diagrams, and other written and/or oral communications to
   provide related City departments and affiliated organizations with adequate information to
   properly achieve completion of event set-ups; performs follow-up with City departments and
   external service organizations to ensure that all necessary information has been provided prior to
   events.
• Monitors and supervises events in progress to ensure tenant and client requests are met.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the division budget.
• Manages assigned staff and activities to maintain Civic/Convention Center in a safe condition and
  to meet community needs; provides leadership to assure that facilities are maintained and events
  are coordinated in alignment with the City’s strategic objectives, State and Federal laws, and
  within budget constraints.
• Supervises the hiring, orientation, performance evaluation and termination of all assigned staff
   members.
• Develops procedures, forms, guidelines, and training programs for all assigned staff members;
  develops and maintains event records, systems, and procedures, as well as written and oral
  reports and presentations.
• Attends public hearings and meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Marketing, Communications, Business Management, Facility Management or a related field, AND five (5) year’s experience of increasing responsible professional experience in area of civic/convention facilities, public facility, public facility management, major events coordination OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge of:
• Operational characteristics, services and activities of a civic/convention facility, public facility,
   public facility management, major events coordination program and event planning.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs,
  policies and operational needs.
• Marketing practices for convention and/or public facilities.
• Federal and State safety laws and regulations, including OSHA safety rules and regulations,
  building codes, construction standards and environmental agency standards.
• City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, project
  management, cost accounting, budgeting, contract negotiation and employee supervision.

Required Skill in:
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees, external
  agencies, vendors and the general public.
• Communicating clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing; to prepare clear and concise
  reports; to effectively develop set-up drawings and specifications.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Supervising staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Interpreting customer and facility needs and solving customer service and public relations issues.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, demands and events.
• Developing, implementing and administering goals, objectives and procedures for providing
  effective and efficient services for the City.
• Analyzing problems, providing alternatives, identifying solutions in support of established goals,
  projecting consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
• Responding to emergencies and determining corrective actions using available resources.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:
• Work is performed in an office environment; outdoors in all weather conditions; is subject to sitting, standing bending and reaching for extended periods of time; and must be able to safely pull, push, lift and carry items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
Salary and Benefits
Starting minimum salary range is $48,783 – $59,709 a year based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include Texas Municipal Retirement System; paid vacation and sick leave; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. EOE

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FACILITY AND STADIUM SECURITY MANAGER
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES, LLC
PHILADELPHIA, PA

Position Summary
Manage a 24/7 Security operation and staff at Lincoln Financial Field and the NovaCare Complex (team practice facility). Oversee contracted services for parking, police, fire, and medical. Serve as liaison for various government agencies (Department of Homeland Security, FBI, ATF, etc.) Develop and implement policies and procedures for the efficient and safe operation of the stadium and training complex.

Position Responsibilities
 Supervise security guards and Stadium Control Operators in monitoring and operating building
    control systems, security, and life safety systems to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
 Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training to ensure that stadium staff is
    complying with NFL security directives and industry best practices in safety and security.
 Establish work objectives, conduct performance reviews, and counsel & discipline employees as
    required.
 Monitor and operate all security systems including, but not limited to, the access control
    system, security cameras, duress alarms, and intrusions alarms.
 Issue, delete, and modify authorized access control system cardholders.
 Develop, administer, and maintain the stadium key management system.
 Assist contractors/vendors in making service calls. Maintain log of all vendors and packages
    entering or exiting premises.
 Report and document all suspicious and noteworthy activities and incidents.
 Manage the 2-way radio system for both event and non-event days.
 Establish Standard Operating Procedures for all necessary Emergency Responses and conduct
    Emergency Response training for all stadium staff.
 Handle other duties as necessary.

Qualifications
5+ years security experience with at least 2 years of supervisory/management responsibility.
Facility/Building security experience required
Strong working knowledge of various facility life safety systems (fire, lighting, access control, etc.)
Management experience
Law enforcement experience a plus degree preferred

Please send resumes to HR_Resumes@eagles.nfl.com

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GENERAL MANAGER
SUN DOME
TAMPA, FL

The Sun Dome is a 10,500 seat multi-purpose public assembly facility used for athletic, academic, and recreational and entertainment activities. The Sun Dome is currently recruiting a General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations and management of the Sun Dome including budget and all fiscal activities. This is a salaried exempt position with full benefits including (but not limited to) 11 paid holidays, 4 weeks of paid vacation and FREE life, vision and disability insurance. A detailed job description and information on how to apply can be found under the “Employment” section at http://www.sundome.org.