Title General Manager | Full-Time | Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Since its founding in 2015, OVG has established a strong presence with a platform that spans venue development along with end-to-end capabilities in venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company manages a collection of seven world-class owned venues and services some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This commitment to excellence positions OVG as a pioneer in delivering memorable entertainment experiences worldwide. Based in a variety of strategic locations, OVG values innovation, quality, and community engagement, making it a desirable workplace for professionals passionate about live events and venue management.

The role of General Manager at the Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center in Corpus Christi, Texas, is a full-time, regular position with an annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000, and it includes eligibility for bonuses. The General Manager is responsible for overseeing the food service operations, venue management, and sales and revenue growth at the venue, ensuring the operation is efficient, professional, and profitable. This leadership role demands oversight of all managerial, full-time, and part-time staff, guaranteeing they comply with all relevant labor, sanitation, food safety, and alcohol service regulations. The General Manager is also tasked with soliciting new revenue sources both within and outside the venue property, playing a critical part in driving business growth.

This position requires hands-on management style, including supervising, coaching, counseling, directing, training, and mentoring employees to meet the company’s standards of quality. The General Manager may initiate various employment actions, such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion, and transfer, while handling employee performance and fostering a positive work environment. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, given the event-driven nature of the role, which includes evenings and weekends. The successful candidate must exhibit strong interpersonal skills, professional presentation, and a high level of self-direction, coupled with robust computer and Point of Sale (POS) system skills. This role encompasses comprehensive responsibility for the operational success of events, guaranteeing smooth execution from setup to post-event reconciliation, aligning with OVG’s mission to deliver outstanding entertainment experiences.

The General Manager’s duties include managing staff and financial reporting, coordinating marketing efforts including social media and press releases, maintaining community relations, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and maintaining a safe, harassment-free workplace. The position is strategic and highly visible, requiring a leader skilled in decision-making, communication, and team building in a fast-paced, dynamic setting. This role offers a rewarding career opportunity with a company recognized for its innovative and inclusive culture that champions diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.