The objectives for this position include:Optimizing overall profitability Creating a positive relationship with client and stakeholdersCreating a culture of accountability which supports the organizational values Meeting or exceeding annual growth objectives Facilitating interdepartmental collaboration Employee retention and staff developmentDevelopment of employee and operating policies Implementation of major business initiatives Manage overall operations with excellencePRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:Analyze operations to evaluate the performance of the company and its staff in order to meet objectives, and to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy changeAppoint department heads or managers and assign or delegate responsibilities to themConfer with ownership, Sports Facilities Management advisors & support team, and staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problemsCoordinate the development and implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, and other administrative control processesDirect and coordinate an organization's financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiencyDirect human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans and activities, the selection of directors and other high-level staff, and establishment and organization of major departmentsDirect, plan and implement policies, objectives, and activities of organizations or businesses in order to ensure continuing operations, maximize returns on investments, and increase productivityImplement corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problemsPrepare and present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes and rulings, and other items affecting businesses or program servicesRepresent the organization and promote its objectives at official functions, or delegate representatives to do soServe as liaisons between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizationsAdminister programs for selection of any site location, potential construction needs, and provision of equipment and suppliesDirect and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, and/or distribution of productsNegotiate or approve contracts and agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal and state agencies, and other organizational entitiesPrepare budgets for approval, including those for funding and implementation of programsReview reports submitted by staff members in order to recommend approval or to suggest changesSchedule and monitor continued training seminar for staff on various operational, safety, and legal responsibilitiesAny additional duties assigned by VP of Venue ManagementMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in business management, sports management, marketing, hospitality, food and beverage, related field, or equivalent experience preferredPrior responsibility in daily P&L management and budget oversight responsibility of $4MM or greaterProven experience in organizing, booking, and operating sports tournaments and events; including but not limited to basketball & volleyball tournaments, martial arts tournaments, wrestling meets, and similar activities. Experience working with convention & visitor bureaus, regional sports commissions, and/or regional event management booking in regional sports venues and/or convention centersA minimum of 7 years of senior level experience in entertainment venues, active recreation venues, large multi-purpose arenas or stadiums, or equivalent environments.