Director Event Services

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center

Glendale, Arizona, United States
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; n...
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8-10 years arena or stadium operations experience
Direct supervision of multi-disciplinary teams
Budget preparation and variance analysis
** The Director of Event Services at Denny Sanford PREMIER Center is responsible for overseeing all front-of-house operations during events, ensuring safety and guest experience while managing a team of managers. The role requires significant experience in venue management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to develop emergency plans and operational procedures. **

Job Summary

  • The Director of Event Services oversees all personnel and daily operations essential to the successful execution of events and the safety and security of Desert Diamond Arena.
  • This role requires managing front-of-house operations including Guest Experience, Parking, Event Security, and Police coordination while serving as the Manager on Duty for assigned events.
  • Legends Global offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package including medical and dental insurance, and a 401k plan for this high-performing position.

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** The Director of Event Services at Denny Sanford PREMIER Center is responsible for overseeing all front-of-house operations during events, ensuring safety and guest experience while managing a team of managers. The role requires significant experience in venue management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to develop emergency plans and operational procedures. **

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Not specified; Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-10 years arena or stadium operations experience
  • Direct supervision of multi-disciplinary teams
  • Budget preparation and variance analysis
  • Emergency operations plan development
  • Coordination with public safety agencies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Incident Command System (ICS)
  • Professional certifications in venue management
  • Inclusive leadership and team coaching skills
  • Knowledge of crowd management principles
  • Familiarity with event technology systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Sports/Event Management, Hospitality, or related field
  • 8-10 years of increasingly responsible experience in public assembly facility operations
  • At least 5 years in a supervisory or management role
  • Experience designing staff training programs for safety and guest experience
  • Willingness to obtain ICS/NIMS training within defined timeframe if not already certified

Work Rights

Not specified

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