Vice President - Facilities

About the A's:

The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description:

The Vice President, Facilities will lead the planning, operation, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of the ballpark and associated facilities. This role will be responsible for ensuring the venue is safe, operationally efficient, well-maintained, and ready to host a wide range of events, including baseball games, concerts, private events, community events, and other large-scale venue activations.

The Vice President, Facilities will oversee all aspects of facility operations, including building systems, engineering, maintenance, utilities, sustainability, housekeeping, grounds, capital improvements, and facility-related vendor relationships. This leader will work closely with Events, Baseball Operations, Security, Guest Experience, Information Technology, Finance, and other internal and external partners to ensure the facility can seamlessly support the diverse needs of the organization and its event calendar.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and long-term planning of the ballpark facilities.
• Develop and implement comprehensive facility management strategies that support baseball operations, concerts, private events, and other programming.
• Lead facility readiness efforts across the full event calendar, ensuring the venue is prepared to safely and efficiently transition between baseball games, concerts, private events, and other large-scale activations.
• Partner with Events to establish facility standards, operating procedures, event requirements, turnover plans, and venue readiness expectations.
• Oversee building systems and infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/safety, elevators, building automation systems, utilities, and other systems.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs to ensure the reliability, safety, and longevity of facility assets.
• Coordinate facility requirements for players, coaches, employees, VIPs, visiting teams, performers, artists, event staff, vendors, and guests.
• Develop and manage long-term capital improvement plans for the ballpark, including prioritization, budgeting, project planning, execution, and ongoing facility needs following the ballpark opening.
• Partner with construction and project teams on the transition from construction to ongoing facility operations, including commissioning, turnover, warranties, documentation, and operational readiness.
• Manage relationships with contractors, consultants, service providers, utilities, government agencies, event partners, and other external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage the facilities operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, expense management, and long-term financial planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and maximize the useful life of facility assets.
• Establish facility policies, procedures, service standards, and emergency response protocols.
• Partner with Security, Risk Management, Events, and other stakeholders on emergency preparedness, business continuity, life safety, and facility-related risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, fire safety requirements, environmental regulations, accessibility standards, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee facility-related vendor procurement, contract negotiations, performance management, and service-level agreements.
• Establish key performance indicators and reporting processes to monitor facility performance, maintenance, operating costs, and service levels.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the facilities team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand current and future facility needs and ensure those needs are incorporated into operational and capital planning.
• Serve as a senior organizational resource and subject-matter expert on facility operations, infrastructure, building systems, and venue readiness.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities, engineering, building operations, venue operations, or a related field, with experience supporting professional sports, live concerts, and other large-scale events.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing complex, large-scale sports and entertainment facilities.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams, including managing direct reports and overseeing cross-functional or third-party operational teams. 
• Experience overseeing building systems, engineering, maintenance, vendors, capital projects, and operational budgets.
• Strong understanding of building infrastructure, facility management, preventative maintenance, and operational planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. 
• Experience leading planning and operations for the development, transition, or opening of a new stadium, arena, ballpark, or large-scale venue strongly preferred. 
• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Willing and able to move throughout a large ballpark, team facilities and event spaces for extended periods, including during games and events.
• Must obtain a valid Driver’s License with a safe and verifiable driving record.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, business, or a related field preferred.

The A’s Social Impact & Belonging Statement:

Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies all voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Consideration:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.