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Oak View Group

Event Services Manager | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center

Oak View Group, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912

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Event Services Manager | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary

The Event Services Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the events taking place in the venue including developing, coordinating, and supervising all event related activities key to the operation of the facility including but not limited to maintaining admissions staffing plans, labor management, collection and distribution of event information from promoter/show representatives/sports teams, billing preparation/support, customer service representation to our guests and logistics of departmental activities relating to events. This role pays an annual salary of $65,000-$70,000. This position will remain open until December 5, 2025. 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). About The Venue

Conveni ently located in the heart of downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) is within walking distance of restaurants, hotels, shops, art galleries, nightclubs, museums and more. We offer 100,000 square feet of exhibition space, 20,000 square feet of ballroom space, 23 meeting rooms, and 30,000 square feet of pre-function space.

Responsibilities

Advance each show/event with appropriate show/promoter representative in a timely fashion

Communicate all event information to the appropriate Departments and staff

Scheduling all admissions staff for events

Develop, implement and manage event admissions plans in conjunction with event security provider and appropriate show/promoter representatives

Develop accurate event seating information with the Box Office Manager and Operations Manager, and ensure that event set-ups are accurate

Communicates in a timely manner with each Department Head regarding specific needs and information for each event

Prepares and distributes Event Data Sheet to all staff and Departments in a timely manner

Prepares post event report for all events coordinated

Meet with facility sports tenants to collect and distribute game requirements and coordinate efforts to produce tenant events

Trains and effectively communicates with staff regarding responsibilities and expectations

Work with promoters and agents to coordinate facilitate client needs for each event and provide cost estimates as required/requested

Preparation of and submission of expenses for event settlement. Attend settlement if required

Works with Finance on event related reports

Executes other operational duties as assigned

Provide excellent customer service and respond promptly to customer requests for service and assistance, including responding to email inquiries and web form submissions

Prepares or assists with preparation of a daily and monthly report of business transactions

Assisting with Chargeback disputes

Assist Finance with Monthly Reconciliation of accounts

Supervises and schedules ticket takers

Works with staff to develop and maintain a service-oriented attitude

Develop and maintain excellent client relationships while meeting and exceeding client service level agreements

Use troubleshooting techniques and tools to identify the root cause of issues including the research of client/customer complaints

Hire, train, schedule, and manage all part-time Box Office ticket sellers and supervisors

Submit events to Box Office Director for programming as needed; manage all inventory requirements, special offers and programs on behalf of venue and promoter

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Sports Management, Marketing or other related field required

4- 6 years of increasingly responsible ticketing experience, preferably with sports/entertainment facility

Experience with large-scale events in an arena, stadium, or concert setting of a similar or larger size is highly desirable

Experience training and managing staff

Must be able to work independently, as well as train, manage, and motivate others

Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Position requires the ability to accommodate a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as being able to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Must be able to work with the public and possess conflict resolution skills

Must be adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an expert ability to present and communicate new ideas and concepts

Extremely organized and detail-oriented, resourceful, quick learner, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) workdays and extended number of days

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. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Entertainment Providers Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Oak View Group by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Event Services Manager” roles.

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