OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

City of Greer; Greer, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greer is seeking an Operations Supervisor for the Sports and Events Department to lead front-line event execution and venue readiness. You will manage Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants, overseeing scheduling, training, and performance to ensure a first-class event experience.

The role requires 3-5 years of leadership in venue operations, a bachelor’s in a related field, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in venue operations, event coordination, or recreation management within a stadium, arena, or multi-purpose sports complex.
• Proven track record of supervisory experience, including recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating event operations personnel.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing tournaments, sports programming, or community events.
• Experience utilizing facility management, venue scheduling, or access control software platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound business judgement and execute complex problem-solving under high-pressure, time-sensitive conditions.
• Exceptional interpersonal and professional communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended numbers of days.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Exercise direct supervision over Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants, ensuring operational excellence across all shifts and venue activities.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, training, and performance review processes for Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants.
• Plan, schedule, and approve shifts for staff, tracking labor hours and monitoring team productivity to align with budget and operational needs.
• Plan, develop, and execute in-house tournaments and events, adding direct value to members through programming.
• Conduct pre-event set-up calls with promoters, renters, and event hosts to confirm physical layouts, scheduling requirements, and specialized facility needs.
• Serve as a manager on duty for tournaments and major events, ensuring seamless execution, client satisfaction, and immediate issue resolution.
• Provide comprehensive custodial oversight to maintain the facility in a constant state of cleanliness, presentation, and operational readiness.
• Oversee janitorial product inventory, tracking usage and managing supply orders to ensure continuous facility support.
• Ensure all event spaces, athletic surfaces, and operational equipment are properly prepped, fully accessible, and organized prior to user arrival.
• Coordinate third-party equipment rentals and work with external vendors to fulfill specialized event requirements.
• Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive facility opening and closing procedures to secure the venue and maintain operational consistency.
• Interpret and apply all relevant federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe and compliant environment for all.
• Performs general administrative/office duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, etc.
• Continually stays up to date on all policy, procedure, and/or process changes.
• Completes all work accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Keeps work area clean and safe.
• Maintains any assigned equipment in safe and good operating condition.
• Reports to Supervisor any suggested improvements or areas of concern.
• Ensures professionalism and exceptional customer service during all interactions while performing job representing the City of Greer.
• Exhibits strong ethical standards; ability to create trust and integrity with co-workers, customers, and community.
• Adheres to Employee Handbook and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and sustained attendance.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Job description

Description

The City of Greer is currently accepting applications for a Operations Supervisor in our Sports and Events Department.

The purpose of this position is for leading front-line event execution and venue readiness while driving internal program development for the complex. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director, this role oversees the hiring, scheduling, and day-to-day management of Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants to maintain a first-class, detailed, and organized environment. As a manager on duty for major tournaments/events, this position oversees venue prep, client coordination, and active shift operations to deliver a seamless event experience.

Responsibilities

• Exercise direct supervision over Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants, ensuring operational excellence across all shifts and venue activities.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, training, and performance review processes for Event Coordinators and Part-Time Event Attendants.
• Plan, schedule, and approve shifts for sta?, tracking labor hours and monitoring team productivity to align with budget and operational needs.
• Plan, develop, and execute in-house tournaments and events, adding direct value to members through programming.
• Conduct pre-event set-up calls with promoters, renters, and event hosts to con?rm physical layouts, scheduling requirements, and specialized facility needs.
• Serve as a manager on duty for tournaments and major events, ensuring seamless execution, client satisfaction, and immediate issue resolution.
• Provide comprehensive custodial oversight to maintain the facility in a constant state of cleanliness, presentation, and operational readiness.
• Oversee janitorial product inventory, tracking usage and managing supply orders to ensure continuous facility support.
• Ensure all event spaces, athletic surfaces, and operational equipment are properly prepped, fully accessible, and organized prior to user arrival.
• Coordinate third-party equipment rentals and work with external vendors to ful?ll specialized event requirements.
• Develop, implement, and re?ne comprehensive facility opening and closing procedures to secure the venue and maintain operational consistency.
• Interpret and apply all relevant federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe and compliant environment for all.
• Performs general administrative/office duties as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, answering the telephone, etc.
• Continually stays up to date on all policy, procedure, and/or process changes.
• Completes all work accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Keeps work area clean and safe.
• Maintains any assigned equipment in safe and good operating condition.
• Reports to Supervisor any suggested improvements or areas of concern.
• Ensures professionalism and exceptional customer service during all interactions while performing job representing the City of Greer.
• Exhibits strong ethical standards; ability to create trust and integrity with co-workers, customers, and community.
• Adheres to Employee Handbook and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and sustained attendance.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Hours

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, M-F; with frequent evenings and weekends

Salary

Minimum $29.53 hourly; dependent on experience

In addition to a competitive base pay, we currently offer comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program), life insurance, long-term disability, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, FSA, EAP, Education Incentive Pay, and a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Retirement System).

The City of Greer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Requirements

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE - REQUIRED

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in venue operations, event coordination, or recreation management within a stadium, arena, or multi-purpose sports complex.
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Event Management, Hospitality, or a related ?eld or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Proven track record of supervisory experience, including recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating event operations personnel.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing tournaments, sports programming, or community events.
• Experience utilizing facility management, venue scheduling, or access control software platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound business judgment and execute complex problem-solving under high-pressure, time-sensitive conditions.
• Exceptional interpersonal and professional communication skills, with the ability to interface e?ectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Ability to work a ?exible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended numbers of days.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE – PREFERRED

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Mental & Physical Demands – ADA Guidelines

Instructions: Indicate the level of mental and physical demand required for the position by marking C, F, O, or N/A next to each item.

Definitions

• C – Constantly (More than 66% of the time; 5.5+ hours/day)
• F – Frequently (33%–66% of the time; 2.5–5.5 hours/day)
• O – Occasionally (Up to 33% of the time; 0–2.5 hours/day)
• N/A – Not Applicable

Physical Demands

• Stand: F
• Walk: O
• Sit: F
• Handling / Fingering: O
• Reach Outward: O
• Reach Above Shoulder: O
• Climb: O
• Crawl: O
• Squat or Kneel: O
• Bend: O

Lifting Requirements

• 10 pounds or less: F
• 11 to 20 pounds: F
• 21 to 50 pounds: O
• 51 to 100 pounds: N/A
• More than 100 pounds: N/A

Pushing and Pulling Requirements

• 12 pounds or less: F
• 13 to 25 pounds: F
• 26 to 40 pounds: O
• 41 to 100 pounds: N/A
• More than 100 pounds: N/A