Title Events Manager | Full-Time | Blue Arena

Fort Collins, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $58,000.00 - $62,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Job Description

Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally recognized leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Founded in 2015, OVG has rapidly positioned itself as a disruptive force in the sports and entertainment industry by focusing on long-term investments in its people and sustainability efforts. The company manages and develops world-class venues, including arenas, stadiums, convention centers, and cultural spaces, and it offers a broad range of services such as venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. With a footprint spanning four continents, OVG is the fastest-growing firm in the public assembly facility management field, overseeing more than 300 facilities throughout the United States and Canada.

At Blue Arena, located within The Ranch Events Complex in Loveland, Colorado, OVG manages a versatile 6,800-seat multi-purpose venue that hosts a variety of events including sports like hockey, basketball, and football, concerts, family shows, rodeos, and trade shows. Blue Arena is home to the American Hockey League’s Colorado Eagles and operates as a key sports and entertainment hub in Northern Colorado, drawing visitors from nearby Denver and Cheyenne. This venue is notable for its flexibility and capacity to host dozens of different types of events, making it an exciting and dynamic place to work.

The Event Manager role at Blue Arena represents a critical leadership position responsible for coordinating all aspects of event execution alongside managing the Guest Service staff. This full-time position, with a competitive annual salary ranging from $58,000 to $62,000, offers an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering exceptional fan and client experiences. The Event Manager's responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising Guest Service staff, ensuring excellent service standards are met throughout events. This role requires strong organizational skills to develop event layouts, prepare operational outlines, schedule event staff, and manage event logistics to guarantee smooth execution. The position demands effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders including tour personnel, building staff, contractors, and tenants to meet event production requirements and regulatory compliance.

Additionally, the Event Manager is tasked with budget development and control, handling event financial estimates and settlements, and providing post-event reporting to senior management. The role involves hands-on use of scheduling software, AutoCAD for event layouts, and a strong understanding of venue operations, crowd management, and safety regulations. Candidates with experience in arena or stadium event management, familiarity with production setups, and proficiency in management software will find this role both challenging and rewarding. With a culture centered on fairness, integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and community engagement, Oak View Group strives to foster an inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and contribute to industry-leading live entertainment experiences.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Three to five years of relevant event management experience
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, evenings, holidays with extended shifts
Strong communication skills in English
Physical ability to work indoors under varying environmental conditions
Knowledge of OSHA standards
Ability to perform physical tasks including walking, standing, bending, pushing, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods
Proficiency or willingness to learn AutoCAD and scheduling software
Must be able to travel to Blue Arena location in Loveland, Colorado

Job Qualifications

Three to five years of experience in event management at arena, stadium, convention center, or multi-purpose facility
Knowledge of supervision, scheduling, and employee training principles
Ability to effectively direct, motivate, and manage staff
Knowledge of crowd management techniques, fire and public safety regulations, and customer service
Familiarity with facility use and labor contracts
Knowledge of concert production including audio, video, lighting, and rigging preferred
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCAD, Social Tables or related software preferred
Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift 50 lbs
General knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations
Ability to work indoors and withstand environmental conditions including noise and hazardous materials
Physical ability to perform prolonged walking, standing, bending, pushing, stooping, and kneeling
Effective verbal and written English communication
Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Job Duties

Recruit, interview, hire, train, motivate, and evaluate Guest Service staff, addressing deficiencies and implementing discipline or termination procedures
Conduct biannual Guest Service staff training
Track, record, and report Guest Service staff labor allocations for assigned events for forecasting, benchmarking, budgeting, and event settlement
Create and update Guest Services work schedules using scheduling software
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate the logistics of assigned events acting as liaison among all parties
Advance show requirements with tour personnel including production equipment and union labor needs
Develop event layouts using AutoCAD in coordination with Box Office staff
Communicate event requirements through data sheets, labor calls, and similar documents
Maintain open communications between tenants, contractors, employees, and facility guests
Ensure all event insurance certificates, licenses, and permits are obtained timely
Develop and control event budgets including pre-show estimates and post-show settlements
Communicate problems and solutions to Director of Events and senior management
Perform other assigned duties