Conference Center Operations & Events Manager

Grant, County of (NM); Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant County of NM seeks a Conference Center Manager to lead all operations, training, budgeting, and event coordination for the Conference Center. You will supervise personnel, implement policies, and ensure quality customer service and compliance with government standards.

The role requires advancing departmental goals, improving operations, and maintaining strong outreach with public agencies and the community. Travel for meetings and out-of-town training may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospitality services and customer service excellence.
• Knowledge of civic/event center booking and management.
• Minimum education: Associate’s degree with 5 years’ experience or Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience.
• Must have a valid NM Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Post‑offer drug test and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of the Conference Center.
• Develop and monitor budgets for operations.
• Coordinate events and related logistics.
• Lead staff, training, evaluation, and discipline as needed.
• Implement policies and procedures and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Hospitality services

Customer service

Professional communication

Event center management

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Valid NM Driver’s License

Job description

Grant County of NM seeks a Conference Center Manager to lead all operations, training, budgeting, and event coordination for the Conference Center. You will supervise personnel, implement policies, and ensure quality customer service and compliance with government standards.

The role requires advancing departmental goals, improving operations, and maintaining strong outreach with public agencies and the community. Travel for meetings and out-of-town training may be required.