Convention Center Operations Supervisor

FHLB Des Moines; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to oversee a public assembly facility, ensuring safe, reliable operations of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems and coordinating maintenance with other departments.

The role requires supervisory experience, knowledge of building trades, and the ability to develop preventative maintenance programs, manage budgets, and work occasional evenings and weekends for events; a $5,000 hiring bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience.
• Facilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of building trades.
• Experience writing technical bid specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate and keep in good condition a public assembly facility and its equipment.
• Lead, hire, supervise, schedule, train and participate in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance and safety.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, systems, finishes and grounds.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Facilities maintenance experience

Knowledge of building trades

Experience writing technical bid specs

Job description

Job Posting End Date: September 18, 2026 Department: CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU Compensation Grade: A12 Compensation Range & Starting Salary: Pay Range A12- $63,190.40 - $98,467.20 Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications. Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime): Yes Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

About Us

Recognized as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications

The Virginia Beach Convention Center exists to facilitate successful experiences by offering a full range of high quality services and amenities for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows and community events.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm however, work schedule will vary based upon event activity and can include nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Responsible for the maintenance, system operation and general condition of a public assembly facility and its equipment.
• Lead, hire, supervise, schedule, train and participate in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance; manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, the physical plant, systems, finishes, fixtures, equipment, and grounds.
• Use a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) to generate and track work orders and maintain records of all maintenance activity.
• Train facility staff in the proper and safe operation of facility systems, equipment and tools; maintain a culture of safety in the workplace.
• Perform regular inspections of facility, equipment and systems.
• Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare technical bid specifications for contracted services.
• Plan and coordinate facility maintenance schedules with facility use schedules and avoid conflicts between events and maintenance.
• Support and assist in sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification.
• Coordinate maintenance activity and work cooperatively with Grounds-keeping, Housekeeping and Set-up, Event Services and contractors to ensure facility readiness.
• Provide input on budget items and monitor budget expenditures for utilities, equipment, supplies, contracts and personnel.
• Work a varied schedule based upon event activity/operational needs including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience
• Facilities maintenance experience

Additional Desired Skills

• Knowledge of building trades
• Experience writing technical bid specifications

There is a $5000.00 Hiring Bonus for newly hired employees. The bonus will be divided into three increments and is subject to a repayment agreement:

• $1000.00 will be awarded upon beginning your employment.
• $1500.00 will be awarded upon completing 6 months of employment.
• $2500 will be awarded upon completing the 12-month probationary period.

Additional Requirements

• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements: Requires any combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to a minimum of five (5) years in a facility maintenance position including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role. Must have a current and valid Driver’s License Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a commercial venue.

Special Requirements

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status. Successful completion of pre-employment physical.

Skills

Working Conditions: Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.

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Official Job Descriptions

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VRS Contribution

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.

The City of Virginia Beach boasts a diverse workforce of around 7,500 employees dedicated to delivering outstanding government services. Our team is guided by core values of quality customer service, teamwork, leadership and learning, integrity, commitment, and inclusion and diversity.

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