Assistant General Manager - Exposition Complex - 1

Job Description

General Summary:
Primarily responsible for supporting the General Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Brazos County Exposition Complex and the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo. This role involves aiding in the planning, organization, marketing, and execution of events and facilities management, ensuring smooth operations and high standards of performance.

Essential Duties:
Supports General Manager by assisting in overseeing the daily operations and management of the Exposition Complex, ensuring facilities are maintained and services are delivered efficiently. Aid in the planning and coordination of events, along with the construction, maintenance, and expansion projects for the Exposition Complex, working closely with the project leadership team. Contribute to the development and implementation of goals and objectives for the Exposition Complex and Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo, supporting strategic planning efforts. Assist in training management personnel on job-related activities and responsibilities as directed. Assist in reviewing the preliminary annual budget. Collaborate with the management team to assist in planning, organizing, scheduling, and managing the daily operations of the Complex. Provide support in reviewing and amending policies and procedures related to the Events and Employees. Assist in monitoring and managing safety and liability risks associated with event facilities. Assist Management and Staff in all aspects of operations. Confers with General Manager concerning event scheduling, requirements, and procedures; Exercises discretion and independent judgment as necessary in performing professional responsibilities; willing to work various hours as needed including nights, weekends, holidays, etc. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups including management teams, clientele, and vendors. Experience in event management or facility operations is preferred. Proficiency in budgeting and project management is also preferred. Ability to exercise discretion and make independent decisions.

Other Duties as assigned.

Supervision
Received: General Manager Brazos County Expo and Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Given: Assists in supervising administrative and event personnel including Managers, Facility Operations Assistants, and Part-Time Attendants including assigning and reviewing work and recommending personnel actions.

Education
Required: A bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred:

Experience
Required: Three to five years of successful management and/or supervisory experience in the event management and fair industries; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred:

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Required: None
Preferred:

Physical Demands
Typical: To perform this job successfully, an individual needs to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hand or fingers, to handle, or to feel; reach with hands and arms; bend and kneel; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee may frequently be required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, such as equipment, supplies, and portable panels, etc. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Typical: Methods and practices used in event planning, coordination, and management; accounting and bookkeeping principles and practices; office management; and personnel policies and procedures. Operate a computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software; read and interpret policy, manuals, and written instructions; balance accounts and prepare financial documents; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; and work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers. Be able to effectively organize and prioritize tasks, ensuring timely completion. Experience in supervising, training, evaluating, and motivating employees. Capability to develop and implement goals and strategies. Ability to work cooperatively with others and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Work Environment
Typical: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is constantly required to work closely with others as a part of a team to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and switch from one task to another. Position works in both an office setting and in an outdoor environment, including barns and arenas, which are not climate-controlled. The employee is frequently required to work under time pressures and meet deadlines. This position requires a balance of physical endurance, organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

About Us

Brazos County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. The population as of the 2020 US Census was 233,849. The county seat is Bryan. Along with Brazoria County, the county is named for the Brazos River, which forms its western border.