EVENTS MANAGER - Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex

The Sports Facilities Companies•Burleson, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Burleson, TX. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun. SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us. The Events Manager will oversee the organization and execution of the facility's sports and non-sports programs, including leagues, tournaments, after-school programs, and any other programs held. T he Events Manager will also lead and work closely with other departments in hiring, training, management, and staff scheduling. The Manager will collaborate closely with the individual leaders of each program as well as other internal departments (Operations, Marketing, etc.) to successfully accomplish these responsibilities.

Requirements

Must have proven history of developing, marketing, and selling recreation and training programs
Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and negotiating skills
Must be a team player
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Must be able to work flexible schedules including weekends, nights, and holidays
Must possess current CPR/FIRST AID certifications or must be willing to obtain them within a specified period
A bachelor's degree in recreation, sports management or related field with 3-5 years appropriate experience required

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and execute the facility's sport programs, camps, leagues, and tournaments
Coordinate ongoing facility schedule
Develop programming to target various markets ranging from corporate, group, adult/youth/family, and special interest groups
Develop and manage program budgets
Create and develop sales initiatives and goals for leagues, tournaments, unique events, etc.
Generate sales through networking, building relationships, and creating strategic alliances
Track and report weekly sales totals
Oversee all aspects of programs and special activities
Work with third-party partners to maximize revenue and attract events
Hire, train, manage, and motivate staff
Actively participates in other operational functions as necessary, including but not limited to event setup and execution, attending all scheduled events and meetings, assisting other departments during outside or unique events, etc.
Creating and promoting program and activities within the complex, Birthday Parties, Camps, etc.
Oversees daily operations of events
Primary contact for all events and the execution of each event
Development and sales in-house and co-partnered events throughout the facility
Manage operations, customer service culture, and event checklists
Serve as MOD on weekends or during events
Additional tasks assigned by management