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Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Oak View Group: Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales.

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Oak View Group:
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Position Summary:
The Event Manager will manage every aspect of their assigned events from the advance planning stages through the end of the event; provides professional client services support in the planning, organization, and management of events within the facility.  Monitors the logistics of these events and all event coordination tasks after booking and through to their conclusion. Coordinate communication between event staff and delegate assignment and be responsible for and ensure overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience. This role pays an annual salary of $60,000-$75,000 Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until July 10th, 2026.

About the Venue:
Navy Pier has always been the “People’s Pier”.  Build in 1916 as part of Daniel Burnham’s famed plan of Chicago, today Navy Pier boasts versatile, multipurpose event spaces and high-quality amenities against one of the most unique and spectacular lakefront settings in the Midwest.  Navy Pier showcases more than 50 acres of parks, restaurants, attractions, retail shops, sightseeing and dining cruise boats, exposition facilities, and more – all available to guests of on-site events.  Navy Pier offers two exhibit halls, 34 meeting rooms, the historic Aon Grand Ballroom and Lakeview Terrace that overlook the lakefront.  These dramatic and diverse spaces are ideal for trade and consumer shows, conferences, business meetings, and special events of any size.

Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Direct all facility staff in delivering facility services for events and resolving event related problems.</li><li>Directs and participates in pre-event planning, reviewing any history of the event, initiating correspondence and conferences with the event planner, their suppliers, and Navy Pier staff.</li><li>Compiles and reviews events and contractor charges with appropriate OVG360 staff and event planner, prepares proper documentation for invoice preparation and assists in the follow-up on collections.</li><li>Conducts post-event meetings with the event planner and their contractors as necessary to evaluate services provided.</li><li>Conducts tours of the facilities for potential customers, explains services and facilities available, describes how they may best be used by the event, and determines the needs of the potential event.</li><li>Assists with preparing pricing estimates for prospective meetings.</li><li>Monitors and ensure compliance with contractual responsibilities of all parties.</li><li>Prepares pre-event planning documents and instructions.</li><li>Ensures compliance with all facilities and appropriate governmental rules and regulations by the event planners and all service providers working on the event.</li><li>Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of directives to other departments.</li><li>Implement facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.</li><li>Maintains the proper image and generates positive public relations with patrons and staff.</li><li>Works with internal service partners to provide quality service to customers.</li><li>Serves as Liaison for all facility clients to ensure highest level of customer service for all external service providers.</li><li>Establish new standards of customer service by working with departments in the facility.</li><li>Participates in the training and supervision of other Event Managers.</li><li>Perform other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
<ul><li>3-5+ years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility setting.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field preferred.</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet.</li><li>Knowledge of operational characteristics of events.</li><li>Ability to identify the needs of users of the facility.</li><li>Knowledge of crowd management and control techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of customer service practices.</li><li>Knowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employees.</li><li>Demonstrated familiarity with facility use contracts.</li><li>Knowledge of fire and public safety regulations.</li><li>Knowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilities.</li><li>Experience with budget preparation and control.</li><li>Familiarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings.</li><li>Experience with AutoCAD is preferred but not required.</li></ul>

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Oak View Group

Event Manager | Full-Time | Navy Pier Events Facility

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Fire Safety

Government Regulations

Logistics

Maintain Compliance

Microsoft Office

Music

Needs Assessment

Performing Arts

Power Amplifier

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Pricing

Problem Solving Skills

Professional Services

Public Safety

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Retail

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Sports

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Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies.

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a mission-focused professional to support the U.S. Navy’s Surface Warfare Engineering Schools Command (SWESC) Great Lakes, IL as a Damage Control (DC) Firefighting Instructor. The instructor will deliver technical and military training, including instruction, testing, remediation, curriculum updates, administration, and safety services for formalized naval training. Typical Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide technical and military training to Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, including U.S. Navy and Allied Forces officers and enlisted personnel.</li><li>Support curriculum updates and maintenance, testing, and remediation.</li><li>Utilize training aids, electronic podiums, lab equipment, and other instructional tools effectively.</li><li>Ensure adherence to safety protocols during training evolutions.</li></ul> Location: Full time onsite at SWESC in Great Lakes, IL. Typical Physical Activity:<ul><li>Desk/computer work in an office environment and training/instructor work in a classroom environment. May involve: repetitive motion, hearing, or talking.</li><li>Must be capable of performing all high-risk training evolutions, which include ascending/ descending ladders, navigating narrow passageways, and enduring extreme heat.</li></ul> Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $27.51/hour base pay + $4.93/hour “health & welfare” payment, for a combined total $32.44/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. Existing Secret Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate will already possess an Active or Interim Secret security clearance. An otherwise strongly qualified candidate with highly relevant experience but no current security clearance may be considered. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: <ul><li>Graduate of the Navy Instructor Training Course (CIN: A-012-0077) or equivalent (NEC 9502).</li><li>Former Senior (E5–E9) Surface Ship Damage Controlman or similar rating.</li><li>Graduate of the following courses:<ul><li>General Shipboard Firefighting Training – SCBA (A-495-0416)</li><li>Shipboard Damage Control Team Trainer (K-495-0045)</li></ul></li><li>At least three (3) years of technical experience in Damage Control.</li><li>At least two (2) years of experience in a Military Training Environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of learning principles, presentation methods, testing, remediation, and training equipment.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, diesel inspection processes, and shipboard firefighting and damage control procedures.</li><li>Experience with ATG.</li><li>Shipboard firefighting experience.</li><li>Current Basic EMT qualification or higher.</li><li>Proficiency with common productivity software including Microsoft Office.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li></ul> Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:<ul><li>Navy Damage Controlman Chief Petty Officer (CPO) or Engineering Department Leader (e.g., EN, GS, EM).</li></ul>Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Paid Time Off (accrued)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options</li><li>Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage</li><li>Dental Insurance (2 plan options)</li><li>Vision Insurance Plan</li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>Commuter/Transit Benefits</li><li>Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>Supplemental Life Insurance</li><li>Pet Benefits</li><li>Legal Resources</li><li>ID Theft Benefits</li><li>Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program</li><li>Voluntary Leave Transfer Program</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement Program</li><li>Employee Referral Program</li></ul>Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.Powered by JazzHR

THOR Solutions, LLC

Shipboard Damage Control Firefighting Instructor (Navy/DoD)

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United States Navy (USN)

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THOR Solutions is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to support the Surface Warfare Engineering Schools Command (SWESC) as an Electrical Systems Instructor. This position supports SWESC providing operation, curriculum support (includes updates and maintenance of curriculum), administration, safety, and management support services for formalized naval training. The Electrical Systems Instructor supports technical and military training for enlisted personnel of the U.S. and allied navies temporarily assigned to Naval Station Great Lakes for training. Accomplishes upgrades and improvements as needed. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to, the following:  <ul><li>Classroom Preparation: Prepare classrooms, workstations, and labs prior to instruction, ensuring all equipment is set up and instructional materials are available.</li><li>Operational Checks: Perform operational checks of classroom and lab training equipment, devices, and aids to ensure functionality and readiness.</li><li>Equipment Maintenance: Identify deficiencies or discrepancies in training equipment and instructional aids, including preventative and corrective maintenance needs. Submit written recommendations to the Training Authority (TA) and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).</li><li>Inventory Management: Maintain an adequate inventory of instructional materials and student forms required for specific classes and labs.</li><li>Reporting Discrepancies: Document and report any material discrepancies or issues that may hinder teaching any section of the course through the SWSC/PMS 339/SLC Formal Course Review process.</li></ul> Location: Onsite at the Surface Warfare Engineering School Command in Great Lakes, IL. Typical Physical Activity: Desk/computer work in an office environment and training/instructor work in a classroom environment. May involve: repetitive motion, hearing, or talking. Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $27.51/hour base pay + $4.93/hour “health & welfare” payment, for a combined total $32.44/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. Existing Secret Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate will already possess an Active or Interim Secret security clearance. An otherwise strongly qualified candidate with highly relevant experience but no current security clearance may be considered. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: <ul><li>High school diploma/GED equivalent or relevant military “A” or “C” school.</li><li>Be a graduate of the Navy Instructor Training Course (CIN: A-012-0077) (NEC 9502) OR equivalent instructor training course;</li><li>At least three (3) years technical experience in the subject matter hired to instruct.<ul><li>This experience must include at least two (2) years of experience in a Military Training Environment.</li></ul></li><li>Have knowledge of learning principles, practices, and methods of presentation and delivery of course content, testing and remediation procedures, curriculum, training aids, devices, electronic podiums, TTE, lab equipment, equipment operation and maintenance procedures associated with the course.</li><li>Must be a former Senior (E5 – E9) Surface Ship Engineer and possess one of the following sets of qualifications:<ul><li>Tier I (Master Level): An Electrician’s Mate AND a graduate of the following courses;<ul><li>Air Cooled Frequency Converter, Maintenance (A-652-0241)</li><li>Electrician’s Mate Surface Ship Electrical Advanced Maintenance (A-662-0017)</li><li>SSM Automated Degaussing (A-690-0022)</li></ul></li><li>OR, Tier II (Journeyman Level): An Electrician’s Mate AND a graduate a of at least one (1) of the following courses;<ul><li>Electrician’s Mate (EM)</li><li>Gas Turbine System Technician Electrical (GSE)</li><li>Interior Communications Electrician (IC)</li><li>Plus a graduate of two (2) out of the three (3) following courses:<ul><li>Air Cooled Frequency Converter, Maintenance (A-652-0241)</li><li>Electrician’s Mate Surface Ship Electrical Advanced Maintenance (A-662-0017)</li><li>SSM Automated Degaussing (A-690-0022)</li></ul></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul>Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Paid Time Off (accrued)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options</li><li>Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage</li><li>Dental Insurance (2 plan options)</li><li>Vision Insurance Plan</li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>Commuter/Transit Benefits</li><li>Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>Supplemental Life Insurance</li><li>Pet Benefits</li><li>Legal Resources</li><li>ID Theft Benefits</li><li>Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program</li><li>Voluntary Leave Transfer Program</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement Program</li><li>Employee Referral Program</li></ul>Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.Powered by JazzHR

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