Event Manager | Full Time | Iowa Events Center

Event Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa | Careers at Iowa Events Center

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Event Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center

Location US-IA-Des Moines

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 8 hours ago(6/20/2026 12:30 PM)

Job ID 2026-32495

Location Name Iowa Events Center

Category Venue Management

Type Regular Full-Time

Location : Location US-IA-Des Moines

Job Post Information* : External Company Name Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code 50309

Location : Address 730 Third Street

Job Post Information* : Post End Date 9/18/2026

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Event Manager will manage every aspect of their assigned events from the advance planning stages through the end of the event; hire, train, schedule, and supervise all event staff; oversee building security and interact with local public safety officials to ensure events run smoothly; coordinate communication between event staff/security and delegate assignments; and be responsible for and ensure overall customer and lessee satisfaction and experience.

This role pays an annual salary of $45,000-$50,000

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 September 18, 2026.

Responsibilities

Advance, plan, service, and supervise all eventsPlan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinatesProvide leadership and guidance for event personnelAnalyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectivesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons/public and municipal officialsWork a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as neededComplete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to Oak View Group's principlesAssist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/showsAssist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimatesAssist with the completion of post-show event settlementsAdvise lessees on services available from independent contractors for eventsRecruit, train, and supervise event & security staffCreate work schedules for event & security staff, delegate assignments, and review performance/resultsFunction as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staffRecommend and evaluate required event staffing levelsCoordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load-in and load-outInvestigate and resolve event-related complaints in a professional manner, ensuring customer satisfactionMaintain equipment (radios, metal detection wands, etc.) for all event and security staffMake hospitality arrangements as neededCommunicate with municipal officials, including police, fire and medical services; event staff; and public to ensure security of patrons and events run smoothlyReview emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each eventCreate and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every eventPrepare and approve bi-weekly payroll for all event staff and security staffCoordinate service needs with the food and Beverage provider & make hospitality arrangements as neededServe as Manager on Duty as scheduledOther duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications

3-5+ years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility settingBachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related fieldStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and InternetKnowledge of operational characteristics of eventsAbility to identify the needs of users of the facilityKnowledge of crowd management and control techniquesKnowledge of customer service practicesKnowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employeesDemonstrated familiarity with facility use contractsKnowledge of fire and public safety regulationsKnowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilitiesExperience with budget preparation and controlFamiliarity with terminology used in entertainment/convention/public assembly settingsExperience with AutoCAD is preferred but not requiredStrengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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Skills:
Analysis Skills, Assembly Equipment, Audiovisual, AutoCAD, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Category Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Datasheets, Emergency Planning, Emergency Procedures, Employee Orientation, Entertainment and Media, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Event Management, Facilities Management, Fire Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, Healthcare, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Music, Needs Assessment, People Management, Performing Arts, Power Amplifier, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Property Maintenance, Public Safety, Regulations, Sales, Schedule Development, Security Monitoring, Social Media, Sports, Staff Training, Team Player, Word Processing, Writing Skills

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Oak View Group