Lead, Events Operations & Logistics

Manatee County Government, Work That Matters; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatee County Government seeks an Events Operations Supervisor to manage day-to-day event operations at the Bradenton Area Convention Center and Powel Crosley Estate. You will schedule and oversee event staff, coordinate with third-party vendors for concessions and AV, and ensure equipment and supplies are procured and maintained.

This role requires at least three years in event or convention center settings, supervisory experience, and a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of experience working in a Convention & Civic Center or related event industry.
• Prior supervisory/lead experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and oversee all event related personnel.
• Plans, assigns, directs and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
• Determines tasks to be performed and personnel required for each event; will advise crew members of work schedules; supervises set-ups, tear-downs and clean-ups.
• Recommends additional or replacement equipment and supplies when deemed advisable; keeps up-to-date on new equipment, methods and technology.
• Responsible for procurement and inventory of related equipment and supplies.
• Works with third party vendor in menu development for concessions and other events.
• Assists with creation and implementation of departmental policies, goals, objectives and procedures.
• Determines goods and services to be sold and advises as to prices of said goods and services.
• Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
• Supervises the Event Coordinator, Special Events/Technical Manager, Maintenance Manager and Beverage Service Managers.

Skills

Staff supervision

Staff scheduling

Vendor coordination

Time management

Public relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Manatee County Government seeks an Events Operations Supervisor to manage day-to-day event operations at the Bradenton Area Convention Center and Powel Crosley Estate. You will schedule and oversee event staff, coordinate with third-party vendors for concessions and AV, and ensure equipment and supplies are procured and maintained.

This role requires at least three years in event or convention center settings, supervisory experience, and a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred).