Parking & Security Manager - Mesa Complex

ASM Global; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a Parking & Security Operations Manager for Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, AZ. This role leads parking, security, and event safety, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for guests, clients, staff, and visitors.

You will plan staffing, manage deployments, coordinate with event teams, and conduct inspections to uphold safety and operational readiness. A strong background in live events or hospitality helps you excel and advance safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in business, security, or venue ops.
• 3+ years in security, venue operations, parking operations, or event management.
• Supervisory or management experience required; hospitality or live events background is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee parking, security, and event safety operations across Mesa Convention Center.
• Plan staffing, scheduling, and deployment to support events and operations.
• Collaborate with Event Management and Operations for seamless guest experiences.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and post-event evaluations for improvement.
• Lead safety initiatives and liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Cash handling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

3+ years of related experience

Job description

POSITION: Parking & Security Manager

LOCATION: Mesa Convention Center | Mesa, AZ

ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated suite of premium services through a white-label model that keeps our partners front and center - from feasibility and project development to sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and world-class content and booking.

With a global network of more than 450 venues, hosting 20,000 events and welcoming 165 million guests annually, Legends Global brings unmatched scale, expertise, and connectivity to help our partners grow. The Legends Global Way guides how we operate: Align, Scale, Connect, Team, Win - shared success, repeatable systems, connected solutions, unstoppable teams, and wins that are earned every day.

About the Role

The Parking & Security Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, planning, and execution of parking, security, and event safety operations across Mesa Convention Center. This position ensures a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for guests, clients, employees, and visitors while overseeing parking services, security personnel, emergency preparedness, and event support operations.

ABOUT MESA CONVENTION CENTER

Located in downtown Mesa, Arizona, Mesa Convention Center is the largest event venue in the East Valley. The venue features nearly 40,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space, 26 breakout rooms, 40,000 square feet of outdoor function space, and an outdoor amphitheater with capacity for up to 5,000 guests. From conferences and trade shows to community gatherings, festivals, and live entertainment, Mesa Convention Center provides a versatile setting for memorable events and experiences.

WHAT YOU'LL DO (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & OUTCOMES)

Operations & Event Management

• Oversee daily and event-related parking and security operations across all facility properties.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and deployment plans to support facility and event needs.
• Collaborate with Event Management and Operations teams to ensure seamless event execution and guest experience.
• Conduct routine property inspections to ensure safety, security, functionality, and operational readiness.
• Participate in pre-event planning and post-event evaluations to continuously improve event operations.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, artists, exhibitors, patrons, and stakeholders.

Safety, Security & Emergency Preparedness

• Develop, implement, and enforce security, safety, and operational policies and procedures.
• Maintain and update the facility Emergency Operations Plan annually.
• Investigate security incidents, guest complaints, injuries, misconduct allegations, and other operational concerns.
• Document and follow up on all security, safety, and first aid incidents.
• Lead venue safety initiatives and chair the Safety Committee.
• Serve as the primary liaison with local law enforcement, fire departments, EMS, and related agencies.
• Ensure facility access control procedures are followed, including securing property and monitoring entrances and exits.

Parking Operations

• Oversee parking revenue collection, cash handling procedures, ticket reconciliation, and internal controls.
• Monitor parking facilities to ensure safety, security, traffic flow, and operational efficiency.
• Manage parking equipment, inventory, supplies and preventative maintenance programs.
• Coordinate parking logistics and traffic management plans for events and facility operations.
• Handle guest inquiries, complaints, and service recovery related to parking operations.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise parking, security, and event staff.
• Lead staff briefings, operational meetings, and safety training sessions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, teamwork, and safety.
• Ensure all team members understand emergency procedures, operational expectations, and guest service standards.

WHAT YOU BRING (QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE)

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Sports Management, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in security, venue operations, parking operations, event management, or related fields.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience in live entertainment, convention centers, sports venues, arenas, or hospitality environments preferred.
• Military or law enforcement experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple operational functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience handling emergency situations, conflict resolution, and incident response.
• Strong financial accountability, including cash