Assistant General Manager

POSITION:  Assistant General Manager

DEPARTMENT: Administration

REPORTS TO: General Manager

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $175,000 - $195,000 plus bonus potential

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering an end-to-end solution across all areas of venue operations and revenue generation for many of the world’s most iconic brands and venues.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across planning, sales, partnerships, hospitality, and merchandise, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 400+ arenas, stadiums, convention/exhibition centers, and performing arts venues globally.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

THE ROLE

Under General Manager’s supervision, the Assistant General Manager coordinates the day-to-day activities of the various departments within the facility. Helps to facilitate optimum efficiency, maximize profits and provide exceptional customer service by performing the following duties individually or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement facility policies and goals in accordance with the management contract, client’s objectives, and corporate policy.
• Meet with department heads to review activity, operating, and sales reports.  Determine changes to the programs and/or operations and oversee implementation with the department heads.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers, promoters and tenants for necessary activities and services at the facility.
• Assist in the development of long-range plans and program objectives in accordance with the management contract and corporate policy.
• Guarantee all codes, laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules, regulations and emergency procedures are followed.
• Implement procedures within the departments to establish and maintain customer service standards that are designed to ensure a positive and professional image and generate repeat business.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and capital project budget for future repairs and improvements to the facility.

• Establish and maintain contact with booking agents, professional managers, promoters and others within the industry to encourage continual and regular use of the facility.
• Conduct post-event operational and financial review and analysis.
• Coordinate, implement and administer personnel development/training and safety/emergency procedures.
• Review and approve all purchasing, travel and promotional expense activity.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends & ASM policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience          

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Minimum of five (5) years’ industry experience with al least three (3) of those years in a management function of an arena, convention center or stadium; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Abilities  

• Possess skills and experience in contract negotiation, business law, labor relations, union contracts, purchasing procedures, and supervising personnel.
• Engage in much decision making that is generally governed by procedure and guided by policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the practices and terminology of public relations programs, advertising, marketing and sales.
• Plan, coordinate and direct varied and complex administrative operations.
• Supervise and recognize human resource and personnel problems, deal constructively with conflict, supervise and motivate personnel, provide counsel on routine and sensitive personnel matters and execute applicable solutions.
• Respond to crowd control and/or crowd management situations in a prompt and decisive manner during crisis situations.
• Operate a personal computer using MS-DOS, Windows, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and other standard office equipment.
• Working knowledge and experience with event management software preferably Momentus.

• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.  Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Be licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.
• Remain Flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and organizational ability
• Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required
• Ability to work simultaneously with a broad variety of vested interest groups and to foster a cooperative environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices used in the successful management of entertainment or convention facilities of a similar description
• Ability to anticipate problems and implement immediate corrective action
• Ability to perform effectively under significant pressure typically associated with meeting the demands and timetables of the entertainment industry
• Considerable knowledge of event solicitation and presentation, public relations, advertising and media relations and event planning
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and other federal, state or local laws and regulations
• Strong orientation towards hospitality/customer service for the meeting, convention and entertainment industry
• Basic knowledge of facility operating standards, building maintenance, custodial, personnel and office management
• Effective supervisory skills. Ability to deal effectively with human resource and personnel problems; to deal constructively with conflict; to motivate, provide counsel and execute applicable solutions
• Ability to manage a facility of same size and type 

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site, Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.