Event Supervisor | Part-Time | PPG Paints Arena

Oak View Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Oak View Group, the leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure, seeks an Event Supervisor for PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.

The part-time position involves supervising ushers, security, ticket takers, and other staff, with an hourly wage of $22.04. Open until December 25, 2026, this role emphasizes guest service and team leadership in a dynamic venue environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2-3 years supervisory experience is required.
• Working knowledge of facility management, services, and equipment.
• Willing to be trained in guest service principles.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all event staff departments within an assigned area for a given event.
• Acts as point of contact for staff with guest service, housekeeping or security concerns.
• Communicates solutions to guests and management to resolve issues.
• Supports guest service initiatives and proper employee behavior during events.
• Promotes development of staff and assists with incentive programs.
• Conveys event requirements clearly to staff and coordinates communications.
• Maintains radio communications for guest incidents and resets as needed.
• Looks for ways to improve service and staff procedures.
• Understands emergency response plan and helps coordinate with staff.
• Monitors elevators/escalators and coordinates with maintenance for issues.
• Records post-event notes for managerial review.
• Provides additional managerial support as needed.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Professional presentation

Flexibility

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

iPad

Job description

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

This part-time Event Supervisor position provides supervisory and essential support for PPG Paints Arena events, including hockey games, concerts, family shows, etc. Specifically, an Event Supervisor assists in the supervision of ushers, event security, ticket takers, and other event staff members. This role will pay an hourly wage of $22.04.

Benefits for Part-Time Roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) Matching.

This position will remain open until December 25, 2026.

About The Venue

PPG Paints Arena, home of the 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Pittsburgh Penguins and managed by OVG, is the regional epicenter for athletic events, concerts, and family shows in Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and Northern West Virginia. Hosting more than 150 events and 1.6MM guests per year, PPG Paints Arena’s state-of-the‑art design offers the flexibility needed to host a wide variety of events and event types, with seating configurations ranging from an intimate 4,000 theater to over 19,000. Annually ranked as one of the Top 20 arenas in North America in live entertainment attendance and ticket sales, PPG Paints Arena has proven to be a must‑play arena in the upper Midwest and Northeast United States.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all event staff departments within an assigned area for a given event
• Serves as a point‑of‑contact for employees who seek assistance relating to guest service challenges, housekeeping matters, security concerns, etc.
• Provides solutions to aforementioned issues by communicating with guests, management, department leads, and/or command center
• Assists in sustaining the PPG Paints Arena guest service initiative by supporting proper employee behaviors, properly addressing any failures, and reporting issues to management
• Encourages development of employees’ service skills and assists with incentive program
• Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of detailed event requirements to event staff
• Provide clear, concise, and timely radio communication when handling guest incidents or complaints
• Proactive in seeking out ways to improve service, employee procedures, etc.
• Understands emergency response plan and can help facilitate process with assigned employees
• Monitors functioning of elevators, escalators, etc. and contacts management/service personnel in the event of any problems involving maintenance or rider issues.
• Record pertinent post‑event notes for managerial review
• Provide other managerial assistance and support as requested

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university is preferred
• 2‑3 years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience is required.
• Working knowledge of the principles of facility management, services, and equipment for a similar facility
• Must agree to be trained in and willing to help sustain PPG Paints Arena’s guest service principles

Skills/Aptitudes

• Exudes exceptional guest service qualities, leadership skills, and professionalism
• Must have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple projects and find solutions to issues
• Must have a professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff, including management
• Must be available to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Computer Skills

• Must have proficiency with computers and/or iPad and the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

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.