Job Summary:
The Director, Facility Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Facility Services department at Benchmark International Arena. This role ensures the arena and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency, while delivering exceptional service to internal and external guests.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead the Facility Services department, including direct supervision of the Facility Services Shift Managers
Oversee departmental budgeting and strategic planning
Identify and implement cost-saving measures and operational efficiencies
Ensure the arena and surrounding area meet the highest standards of cleanliness and readiness
Identify and resolve operational issues promptly
Coordinator with Accounts Payable to ensure timely invoice processing
Optimize relationships with third-party vendors to ensure consistent service and cost control
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all department functions
Design and implement training programs to ensure safe and effective equipment use
Oversee preventative maintenance programs for cleaning equipment
Ensure timely and efficient response to service requests
Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure all event related needs are met
Serve as Executive Lead for various ticketed events each month
Foster a positive work environment through proactive communication and team engagement
Partner with People Operations on talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives
Responsible for providing timely performance feedback to Department Managers to assist with Quarterly Snapshot process
Uphold and enforce company policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with all operational and safety protocols, including OSHA standards
Contribute to departmental success through other duties as determined by management
Supervisory & Management Responsibilities:
Oversee a team consisting of four Facility Services Shift Managers
Indirectly hire and lead part-time staff and manage their workflow
Game/Event Responsibilities:
Game/Event Night Responsibilities: Yes
Approximate number of events worked per year: 50+
Qualifications:
BA/BS Degree in Business of related field preferred
A minimum of 7 years in sports entertainment industry
Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal codes and regulations
Proven leadership and supervisory experience managing, coaching, disciplining and hiring staff
Experience in managing a workforce, creating schedules, managing hours and overtime, assigning tasks, and mobilizing a workforce
Demonstrated organizational and product management skills to support high quality standards while maintaining meticulous building conditions
Exceptional attention to detail
Prior experience with ABI Mastermind workforce management software highly desired
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, flexibility, critical thinking and the ability to multi-task and ensure effective time management
Highly developed judgment and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills
Solid decision making and reasoning skills, and ability to develop original ideas to solve problems and conduct operations analysis and quality control analysis
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Power Point) required
Knowledgeable with Controls building management software preferred
Ability to work long hours including days, nights, weekends and holidays
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.