Event Manager

Summary This includes assisting in determining and providing for lessee needs and conveys all aspects of the event to building personnel and event staff. Duties & Responsibilities • All planning and facilitation of major touring acts and professional sporting events including: Preparing detailed outlines and instructions for events as required, based on lessee needs, and distribute information to the appropriate building personnel and event staff • Recommend staffing levels based on lessee needs for all event staff including security, ushers, medical staff, stagehands, etc • Assist in scheduling, reviewing and approving event staff timesheets for payroll • Provide financial reports and estimates • Assure that facility set-ups are in accordance with lessee agreements and needs, safety, fire and health codes and procedures • Provide direction and direct supervision to all event staff members • Identify and recommend capex projects • Maintain strict confidentiality of all information and issues worked with • May assist in various project work as necessary • Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times • Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned or as become evident Minimum Qualifications for the Position: • Bachelor's degree required • 3-4 years event management experience in an arena / public assembly facility • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products • Must be able to walk, stand, speak and move quickly about the building in emergent situations • Must be able to lift 50lbs • Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays • Investments: 401(k) with employer matching; annual discretionary defined employer contributions • Paid Time Off: Paid Volunteer Days • Sabres Experience: (up to 4) Comp tickets to Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bandits, Rochester Americans when available • Wellness: Annual Health & Wellness fair, monthly wellness initiatives including but not limited to lunch & learns, fitness classes and challenges.