Facilities and Equipment Operations Manager, Patel Conservatory

Straz Center for the Performing Arts; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

27 days PTO/Holidays

Job summary

Straz Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Tampa seeks a Facilities and Equipment Operations Manager to lead the Patel Conservatory's space and equipment functions. You will supervise the Education Operations Supervisor and part-time space and equipment assistants, ensuring efficient support for classes, productions, camps, events, and daily operations.

The role requires collaboration with Conservatory leadership and Straz Center departments, budget planning, and development of standard

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of administrative or facilities experience in a performing arts, nonprofit, educational, or related environment.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with performing arts education or theater operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily space and equipment functions of the Patel Conservatory.
• Supervises the Education Operations Supervisor and part-time space and equipment assistants.
• Provides leadership, training, scheduling, and support for the space and equipment team.
• Oversees the Conservatory Master Calendar and space utilization in collaboration with departmental leadership.
• Maintains and assists in the development of departmental operational procedures and standard operating practices.
• Coordinates operational needs between the Patel Conservatory and Facilities, Security, Production and other Straz Center departments.
• Supports the Chief Arts Education Officer with operational planning, departmental initiatives, budget planning, and special projects around space and equipment uses and needs.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Interpersonal communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Staff supervision

Evenings/weekends availability

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be a Star at Straz Center for the Performing Arts!

Reporting to the Chief Arts Education Officer - Head of School, the Facilities and Equipment Operations Manager provides leadership and oversight for the space and equipment functions of the Patel Conservatory. The position supervises the Education Operations Supervisor and part-time space and equipment assistants, ensuring efficient facility and equipment support for Conservatory classes, productions, camps, events, and daily operations. This manager collaborates with Conservatory leadership and Straz Center departments to maintain efficient set up of performance spaces, classrooms and studios and support the Conservatory's educational and artistic mission.

Located in downtown Tampa, Straz Center offers a team-based work environment that shows our dedication to the community every day. We reward our full-time employees with a strong benefits package including options for health/dental, vision, etc., plus a generous 403(b) plan, up to 27 days of PTO/Holidays per year.

Essential Functions:

Administrative:

• Oversees the daily space and equipment functions of the Patel Conservatory
• Supervises the Education Operations Supervisor and part-time space and equipment assistants.
• Provides leadership, training, scheduling, and support for the space and equipment team.
• Oversees the Conservatory Master Calendar and space utilization in collaboration with departmental leadership.
• Maintains and assists in the development of departmental operational procedures and standard operating practices.
• Coordinates operational needs between the Patel Conservatory and Facilities, Security, Production and other Straz Center departments.
• Supports the Chief Arts Education Officer with operational planning, departmental initiatives, budget planning, and special projects around space and equipment uses and needs.
• Monitors departmental records, documentation, and operational reporting
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow.

Operations:

• Oversees space and equipment support for Conservatory classes, camps, productions, performances, and special events.
• Coordinates facility usage, classroom scheduling, rehearsal space needs, and operational logistics
• Ensures appropriate staffing and operational coverage for Conservatory activities.
• Supports long-range planning for seasonal programming and special events.
• Oversees equipment allocation and operational readiness in coordination with the Education Operations Supervisor.

Leadership:

• Provides leadership and guidance to the Education Operations Supervisor and part-time space and equipment assistants.
• Assigns work priorities and monitors operational workflow
• Assists with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations of assigned staff
• Promotes collaboration and effective communication across the Conservatory and Straz Center departments

General:

• Assists in departmental functions and special events and performs other duties when necessary to ensure the overall smooth operation of the department.

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of five years of administrative or facilities experience in a performing arts, nonprofit, educational, or related environment.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with performing arts education or theater operations preferred

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Self-motivated with strong administrative, organizational, and leadership skills, along with close attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work with tact, diplomacy, and discretion while interacting positively with staff, faculty, students, parents, and management.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and operational planning preferred
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to remain in a stationary position and use the telephone. The employee is frequently required to traverse the facility or remain stationary; reach with hands and arms, communicate and exchange information. The employee is occasionally required to operate office equipment and perform departmental essential functions.
• The nature of this job requires the employee to work on-site as a regular work routine.

* As a condition of employment and in compliance with Florida House Bill 531, the candidate(s) selected for this position are required to complete a Level 2 background screening through FLClearinghouse. Please use the following link to view more about the required screening: https://info.flclearinghouse.com. Failure to complete the screening or meet the requirements may result in disqualification from consideration.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Please visit our website at www.StrazCenter.org to learn more about the Straz Center.