Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $110,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
wellness programs
Job Description
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a renowned nonprofit public aquarium located in Draper, Utah, dedicated to inspiring people of all ages to explore, discover, and learn about Earth's diverse ecosystems. Established in 1997, LLPA has grown into a leading educational institution, welcoming over ten million visitors and providing more than 650,000 educational experiences to students since moving to its current facility in 2014. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019, LLPA is home to over 4,000 animals representing 650 species, showcasing a variety of ecosystems such as kelp forests, coral reefs, the deep ocean, Antarctic... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, facilities management, construction management, engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years leadership experience in operations, facilities, or capital project management
- Experience managing budgets and vendor or partner relationships
- Proven leadership in mission-driven or public attraction environments
- Ability to lead diverse teams under pressure
- Knowledge of capital project management and facility operations
- Excellent financial and strategic planning skills
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- Commitment to mission and sustainability
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in operations, facilities, or capital project management
- Experience managing budgets and complex vendor or partner relationships
- Experience in operational oversight within a nonprofit or public attraction environment preferred
- Demonstrated success leading complex operational and facilities functions in mission-driven or public attraction settings
- Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams under deadline and guest service pressures
- Strong knowledge of capital project management, facility operations, and vendor relationship management
- Excellent financial management, strategic planning, and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
- Commitment to LLPA’s mission and values focused on guest experience, sustainability, and operational excellence
Job Duties
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for LLPA’s operations, ensuring alignment with mission and guest experience goals
- Oversee daily operations of facilities maintenance and events, ensuring safety and efficiency
- Develop and implement systems, policies, and procedures to ensure accountability and continuous improvement
- Establish key performance indicators and measure organizational outcomes
- Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure cohesive communication and execution of priorities
- Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement and major renovation projects
- Manage partnerships with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project quality and alignment
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs and manage service contracts for landscaping, janitorial, and pest control
- Provide leadership and direction to Events team to deliver exceptional private, corporate, and community events
- Serve as primary liaison with café and catering, retail, and daycare partners, managing contract performance and collaboration
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across operational departments
- Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory requirements
- Represent LLPA professionally with contractors, vendors, and community partners
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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