Civic Center Operations Director

Gulfshoresal; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal is seeking a seasoned executive to lead the Civic Center Complex, overseeing staffing, finance, administration, operations, ticketing, marketing, and capital projects.

The role builds strategic partnerships, negotiates rental agreements, and drives event generation while maintaining strong relationships with city staff, officials, and stakeholders. Requires substantial venue management experience and a Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of seven to ten years of venue management experience.
• Certified Facility Executive (CFE) preferred; Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Oversees capital projects for the Civic Center Complex.
• Represents the complex in professional associations and with stakeholders.
• Researches and implements best practices for operations and administration.
• Manages grant administration and budget development.
• Directs staff and coordinates safety, emergency procedures, and crowd control.
• Negotiates rental agreements and long-term contracts with lessees and tenants.
• Markets the complex regionally and nationally and solicits events.
• Maintains financial services, budget preparation, and settlements for events.

Skills

Accounting principles

Budgeting

Management principles

Microsoft Office

Event planning

Staff supervision

Multitasking

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

CFE certification preferred

Tools

ProVenue

Momentus

Workday

Euna

MS Office

Job description

Gulfshoresal is seeking a seasoned executive to lead the Civic Center Complex, overseeing staffing, finance, administration, operations, ticketing, marketing, and capital projects.

The role builds strategic partnerships, negotiates rental agreements, and drives event generation while maintaining strong relationships with city staff, officials, and stakeholders. Requires substantial venue management experience and a Texas driver’s license.