Event & Site Manager

Storey, County of • Piper's Opera House, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the Tourism Director or designee, this position plans, budgets, organizes, manages, directs, and otherwise engages in functions related to the day-to-day operations of Piper’s Opera House. This includes event planning, rentals, programming, facility operations, and staff supervision. The role ensures the facility is maintained and presented in a manner consistent with its status as a historic landmark and a key asset of the Virginia City Tourism Commission, and operates in compliance with applicable County, state, and federal regulations. This is an advanced-level supervisory position within the tourism and marketing team, with primary responsibility for the operations of Piper’s Opera House. The incumbent works under general direction of the Tourism Director or designee and exercises a high level of independent judgment, confidentiality, and leadership. The incumbent supervises assigned site staff and volunteers, including tourism assistants and facility maintenance personnel.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of increasingly responsible experience in event coordination, venue management, hospitality, tourism, or related field of work.
• Experience in leading or supervising paid employees or volunteers.
• Experience maintaining records.
• Experience providing direct services to the public.
• Possession and maintenance of a Nevada Driver License appropriate for vehicles and other equipment used.
• Ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent education, in business, public administration, marketing, tourism, finance, planning, hospitality, event management, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, budgets, organizes, manages, and directs functions related to the day-to-day operations of Piper’s Opera House.
• Oversees event planning, rentals, and programming.
• Manages facility operations and staff supervision.
• Ensures the facility is maintained and presented appropriately as a historic landmark.
• Ensures operations comply with applicable County, state, and federal regulations.
• Supervises assigned site staff and volunteers, including tourism assistants and facility maintenance personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED