Senior Events Manager — Venue Operations Lead

Legends Global; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Legends Global, located on-site in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Senior Events Manager to oversee staff and all facility operations for the Tucson Convention Center complex. You will coordinate with clients, vendors and internal teams to ensure successful events and compliant contract execution.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple events, prepare estimates, and supervise Event Services and Operations staff, including potential MOD duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; four-year college or university preferred.
• 2-4 years related public facility management experience.
• Theater experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of facility management services and equipment; AutoCAD experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff and oversees all aspects of facility operations related to events.
• Assist in hiring, training and supervising Event Services staff.
• Meets with client groups to plan and organize assigned meetings and/or events.
• Coordinates activities with service contractors for assigned events.
• Guides clients in preparation of events by interpreting contract provisions, policies and procedures.
• Keeps clients informed on deadlines, floor plans, insurance, and other details.
• Prepares cost estimates and monitors final billing.
• Communicates detailed requirements to operational departments and clients clearly and promptly.
• Maintains thorough event records and monitors facility setup when needed.
• Serves as primary liaison between clients and facility departments.
• Monitors in-house events and maintains close contact with clients and staff.
• Follows up on client requests, concerns and problems.
• Attends planning and facility meetings in support of operations.
• Distribute three-week schedule of events; develop policies for Event Services, Guest Services and Parking.
• Serves as MOD (Manager on Duty) as required; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Prioritization of multiple projects

Problem-solving

Professional presentation

Supervisory leadership

Flexibility to work long hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2-4 years in public facility management

Theater experience a plus

AutoCAD knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Legends Global, located on-site in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Senior Events Manager to oversee staff and all facility operations for the Tucson Convention Center complex. You will coordinate with clients, vendors and internal teams to ensure successful events and compliant contract execution.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple events, prepare estimates, and supervise Event Services and Operations staff, including potential MOD duties.