Event Manager | Full-Time | Greater Richmond Convention Center

Oak View Group•Richmond, VA

1d•$58,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet . Position Summary Under general supervision from the Director of Event Services, Event Manager plan and coordinate multiple events managing every aspect of their assigned events from advance planning, during the event and including post event follow-up. Event Managers coordinate the work of facility event staff and serve as a liaison between facility users and facility staff, service providers, public safety agencies and event attendees. The Event Manager is responsible responsible for and ensures overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience. This role will pay an annual salary of $58,000-$73,000. Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until April 10, 2026. About the Venue The Greater Richmond Convention Center is the largest meeting & exhibition venue in the Commonwealth of Virginia with 178,159 sq. ft. of contiguous Exhibit Hall space, a 30,550 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom and 50,000 sq. ft. of additional Meeting Room space. The facility is centrally located in Virginia in the Capital City of Richmond nestled between the Blue Ridgte Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

Requirements

3-5 years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility setting
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Virginia drivers’ license
Possession of, or ability to obtain a current CPR certificate
Knowledge of operational characteristics of events
Ability to identify the needs of users of the facility
Knowledge of crowd management and control techniques
Knowledge of customer service practices
Knowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employees
Demonstrated familiarity with facility use contracts
Knowledge of fire and public safety regulations
Knowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilities
Experience with budget preparation and control
Familiarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settings
Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) workdays and extended numbers of days

Nice To Haves

Experience with Social Tables and Ungerboeck software is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Advance, plan, service, and supervise all events
Plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates
Provide leadership and guidance for event personnel
Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives
Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons/public and municipal officials
Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed
Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to OVG’s principles
Assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/shows
Assist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimates
Assist with the completion of post-show event settlements
Advise lessees on services available from independent contractors for events
Recruit, train, and supervise event & security staff
Create work schedules for event & security staff, delegate assignments, and review performance/results
Function as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staff
Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels
Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load in and load out
Investigate and resolve event-related complaints in a professional manner ensuring customer satisfaction
Maintain equipment (radios, metal detection wands, etc.) for all event and security staff
Make hospitality arrangements as needed
Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire and medical services, event staff and public to ensure security of patrons and events run smoothly
Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event
Create and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every event
Prepare and approve bi-weekly payroll for all event staff and security staff
Coordinate service needs with Food and Beverage provider & make hospitality arrangements as needed
Serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned