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EVENT SERVICES MANAGER - General Motors Centre (Oshawa, ON)
REPORTS TO: General Manager
ENTITY: Global Spectrum – General Motors Centre (Oshawa, Ontario)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have legal documentation to work in Canada; preferred candidate is Canadian citizen with extensive knowledge of the Oshawa, ON area.
College Degree in Sport Management or other related field required.
Min. 2-4 years event experience required with a professional/amateur sports team, including prior experience in event management and front of house services for live and/or special events, and sports.
Previous experience advancing events and loading-in/out.
Previous experience creating CAD maps (AutoCad).
Previous experience working with IATSE or related stagehand labour union is a plus.
Previous experience working with contracted security and/or off duty police.
Previous experience working within a unionized environment.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Detail oriented with the ability to problem solve in a fast paced environment
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work as a team player.
Ability to be a leader and manage work crews during events and changeovers.
Ability to work irregular hours, holidays, nights & weekends.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
Prepare, advance and execute all events at the venue including all hockey and/or sporting events, live and/or special events. Responsible for the preparation, advancement of information and management of all events to the highest level of performance while working in closely and in concert with all other departments.
Integrate with the Oshawa Generals (OHL Hockey Tenant); promoters and tour personnel as well as General Motors employees to ensure the proper planning and execution of day to day and event related responsibilities. Important to develop these relationships.
Adhere to all building policies and protocols. Facilitate training of same.
Assist General Manager with budgeting for the Event Services/Event Operations Department.
Effectively work with and supervise all event staff including front of house and security personnel.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Note:
When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions:
1. YES or NO: Do you have a MINIMUM of 2-4 years event experience with a professional/amateur sports team, INCLUDING prior experience in event management and front of house services for live and/or special events, and sports?
2. YES or NO: Do you have housing in or near the Oshawa, ON, Canada area?
3. YES or NO: Are you willing to work holidays, nights & weekends as required?
4. To be considered, please list your salary requirement.
