Director of Parking | Full-Time | Ryan Field Parking

Oak View Group; Evanston (IL); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Oak View Group in Evanston is seeking a Director of Parking to lead the parking and transportation operation across the venue. You will develop strategic plans, oversee staffing, budgeting, and guest experience to deliver exceptional service while driving financial returns.

The role reports to the Senior Director of Parking Operations and offers a salary of $90,000–$110,000 with bonus eligibility, plus benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5-7+ years of progressive parking/transportation experience in high-volume venues.
• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsabilités

• Provide leadership for the parking and transportation department, including staffing plans, guest experience, budgeting, and coordination of all parking facilities.
• Direct and oversee operations for internal and external stakeholders (events, employees, tenants, visitors, vendors, contractors).
• Design and implement short- and long-term plans to optimize operations, guest experience, and revenues.

Connaissances

Leadership

Parking operations

Budgeting

Communication

Project management

Staffing

Formation

Bachelor's degree in related field

Description du poste

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Director of Parking will be responsible for leading, developing, and directing the overall parking and transportation operation at the venue/location. This individual will also develop operational strategies to ensure an exceptional experience for employees and guests while generating positive financial returns and supporting the goals and objectives of the department. The role will work with stakeholders to develop and implement a strategic parking plan utilizing industry best practices. This position requires a leader who can provide innovative solutions that support the experience our guests expect. The Director of Parking reports directly to the Senior Director of Parking Operations.

This role pays an annual salary of $90,000 - $110,000 and is bonus eligible.

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 holidays).

This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the parking and transportation department, including operational oversight, administration, management, budgeting, planning, and coordination of all parking facilities, transportation elements, and pedestrian management.
• Direct and oversee all operations, including staffing plans, guest experience, and coordinating parking needs for all internal and external stakeholders (events, employees, tenants, visitors, vendors, and contractors).
• Design, develop, and implement short- and long-term business plans that optimize operations, improve the guest experience, generate new revenue opportunities, and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and customers.
• Act as the liaison between transportation agencies and clients to ensure proper scheduling for various events.
• Coach and mentor employees to create a cohesive unit that is focused on the common goals of excellent customer service, efficient parking operations, safe pedestrian management, and team unity.
• Review analytics, trend analyses, forecasting, and reporting to help improve the operational and financial performance of the department.
• Champion innovation by continually researching new parking and transportation technologies and/or operating methodologies that other venues or companies have adopted, and devise strategies to integrate proven solutions into the operations.
• Partner with internal departments and other key stakeholders to ensure parking needs are continually communicated and completed, for events in particular.
• Integrate customer feedback and community concerns into ongoing parking program refinements and system improvements.
• Establishes performance expectations and standards for all levels of employees and vendors to achieve or exceed performance.
• Work with HR and other departments to ensure all organizational policies and procedures are followed.
• Handle contract compliance with business terms and financial obligations from contracted transportation and parking vendors.
• Promptly investigate and respond to customer inquiries, complaints, and issues that arise and be prepared to resolve issues professionally.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5-7+ years of progressive experience relating to Parking and Transportation in a high-volume operation.
• Previous experience directing parking operations involving large venues, special events , residential, office, and/or retail.
• Ability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, on-call status, and holidays, as necessary.
• Working knowledge of parking best practices and applying technologies to maximize service and revenues.
• Experience in the development and management of operating and event-related budgets.
• Ability to anticipate problems and implement immediate corrective action.
• Highly organized with excellent project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines and work effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and other federal, provincial , and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to give clear and concise direction and provide feedback to staff.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in addition to normal business hours.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

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.