Vice President/General Manager of Facilities – Los Angeles Football Club

Location: Los Angeles, ambulance | USA

Closing date: 18th November 2016

Los Angeles Football Club is Major League Soccer’s newest team in Los Angeles, viagra set to debut in 2018.  We are developing a world-class, cough forward-thinking sports organization to bring the fastest growing professional sport in America to one of the largest and most diverse markets in the world.  Our primary initiatives include: designing and building our stadium, developing all facets of our brand, engaging with our community and developing our sporting team and youth programs. We are looking to grow our high-caliber, diverse team with creative and hard-working individuals who have a passion for sports, entertainment, and many of the lifestyle elements that the beautiful game touches.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a talented individual for the Vice President/General Manager of Facilities position to lead the Club’s Facilities team which will be responsible for all operational facets of LAFC’s new Banc of California Stadium, ancillary facilities, and First Team training facility to include mechanical systems, grounds keeping, security, parking, housekeeping, production, maintenance and changeover.  The Vice President/General Manager of Facilities will be primarily focused on managing the operational budget for the Stadium, ancillary facilities, and First Team training facility, developing and implementing green initiatives whenever practical, ensuring the facility is running at peak energy efficiency through practical and innovative energy management methods, and ensuring the facility maintains compliance with all regulatory standards and laws.  Candidate must be organized, self-motivated and have a strong knowledge of facility operation/maintenance in a public assembly facility.  The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and demonstrate the ability to multi-task.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

·       Prepare annual budget for facilities department to include contracted services, operating expenses, repairs and maintenance, payroll, training, and capital expenditures.  Monitor monthly financials to ensure the Facilities Department is operating within the approved budget and take action to correct expenses that exceed budget.

·       Issue service agreements for all contracted services and ensure that all work completed is on schedule and in accordance with fully executed agreements.

·       Assist in development and implement facility rules, regulations, policies and procedures and update as needed.

·       Assist in Facility’s overall operating budget and provide recommendations for 1-year, 5-year, and 20-year long range capital expenditures.

·       Develop a program to train all employees on Fire/Life Safety, Emergency and OSHA Procedures.

·       Know and ensure all laws, codes, ordinances, policies, procedures, risk management, safety precautions, rules/regulations, and emergency procedures are followed.

·       Coordinate and oversee special projects, such as construction, remodeling or expansion.

·       Follow all FIFA, U.S. Soccer, and MLS standards and policies set forth by these organizations.

·       Act as liaison to public utility, environmental, and energy agencies.  Makes recommendations on energy saving initiatives and implement programs when appropriate.

·       Maintain relationships and coordination with stakeholders in Exposition Park and the surrounding community.

·       Manage subordinate supervisors in any of the following departments: Changeover, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Operations, Production, Public Safety, Security and/or Parking Departments.

·       Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the above listed units.

·       Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding; disciplining employees in conjunction with Human Resources; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

·       Demonstrate knowledge of practices and procedures related to event set-up and conversions; typical methods and techniques for cleaning and maintaining the facility equipment; and proper use and care of hand and power tools.

·       Possess skills and experience in contract negotiations, business law, budget preparation, labor relations, union contracts, purchasing procedures and supervising/training personnel.

·       Understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints, sketches, event documents and preventive maintenance schedules.

·       Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.

·       Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

·       7-10 years of facilities and operational experienced required.

·       College degree in related field or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft and CAD software.

·       Possess exceptional leadership skills with the ability to successfully lead the team, provide support to staff, and delegate appropriately.

·       Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills.

·       Present an overall professional appearance.

·       Possess general knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, roofing, carpet installation, and hardware.

·       Proficiency in reading blueprints, specifications, and technical information.

·       Be able to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.

·       Be able to work in a fast paced environment.

·       Be licensed and insured to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.

·       Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

·       LEED Certified

·       Proficiency in the use of automated energy management systems.

·       Knowledge of the facility requirements leading up to, and during an MLS match or other major soccer matches.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

LAFC strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

LAFC recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. LAFC may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

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