Osceola County, FL is hiring: Sports & Events Facilities Manager in Kissimmee

Salary: $80,683.20 Annually

Location : Kissimmee, FL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 02322

Department: Sports and Events Facilities

Opening Date: 10/22/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

General Description of Duties

**Position subject to close at any time**

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAY GRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to perform highly responsible work managing the Sports and Event Facilities Office. Employees in this classification function in a middle management capacity and are responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the Sports and Events Facilities Office. This includes planning and organization of services to the public, supervision of personnel and development of administrative procedures. Employee works with considerable independence in the performance of regularly assigned duties.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Directs the activities of the Sports and Event Facilities Office, including planning, organization, and implementation of the goals and objectives of Sports and Events Facilities; coordinates and integrates activities toward achievement of established goals and objectives of the County's Comprehensive and strategic plans.
• Manages development, implementation, and control of the budget for the Sports and Events Facilities Office; ensures all functions and programs under charge are performed within established budgetary parameters, to include performing cost control activities, monitoring revenues and expenditures, and ensuring sound fiscal control.
• Position has direct supervision of facilities to include Austin Tindall Sports Complex as well as the oversight of the management contract for Osceola Heritage Park.
• Acts as liaison to a variety of organizations and entities, monitoring and facilitating agreements where assigned, with special attention to activities at the sports and events facilities mentioned above.
• Oversees and manages professional development of office staff which includes goal setting, coaching, counseling, etc.
• Attends meetings, professional conferences, and institutes; attends, participates, presents, and/or leads a variety of management, executive, and administrative meetings to keep up with trends in Sports and Events Facilities issues, legislative changes, and funding concerns.
• Oversees contracts for various consulting and professional services in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of critical executive/administrative records and reports.

• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Sports or Facility Venue Management or a closely related field.

Experience:

Five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience, including oversight of contracts, in a related field; or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience.

Miscellaneous:

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Some public sector experience is a plus.
• Ability to write and speak in English and Spanish a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods and practices in developing and operating public sporting and events facilities such as stadiums, arenas, fields, and related event facilities maintenance and management.
• Knowledge of management practices and safety requirements for buildings and facilities used for public assembly.
• Knowledge and experience in contract management and facility development.
• Skill in understanding and expressing ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in interpersonal and leadership communications; ability to communicate professionally verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Public relations skills are needed to productively work with civic, recreation, and community groups.
• Skill in reading, analyzing, and interpreting professional periodicals and journals, and documentation.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, ordinances, and regulatory standards applicable to the work; ability to interpret and communicate activities and issues to the general public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget development and administration, and the challenges associated with administering multiple budget resource areas.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
• Ability to read, update, and maintain various records and files; ability to access, operate, and maintain various software applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand: Light/Sedentary

• 20 pounds maximum lifting
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 pounds.
• If less lifting is involved, will require significant walking/standing.
• If mostly sitting is involved, will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.

Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit the needs of our employees and their families. For additional information and details, visit the page.

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Are you a U.S. Military Veteran?

• Yes
• No

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Are you electing to claim Veteran's Preference? (If electing to claim Veteran's Preference, be sure to complete the Veteran's Preference Eligibility Form located on the home page of NeoGov.)

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Sports or Facility Venue Management or a closely related field? (Education must be demonstrated in the "Education" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.

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Briefly list and explain your years of progressively responsible management experience, including oversight of contracts, in a related field. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.

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Briefly list and explain your years of experience working in the public sector. (Experience must be included in the Work Experience section of the employment application.) If no, list N/A.

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List your years of experience in the capacity of a supervisor. (Experience must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application.) If none, list N/A.

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Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid Driver's License? If yes, what state?

Required Question