General Manager, The Broadmoor World Arena

  • Location - Colorado Springs, United States
  • Job type - Full Time
  • Salary - $175,000 to $225,000 depending upon qualifications and experience, with annual incentive/bonus opportunity
Colorado Springs World Arena Published 2 years ago

Description

The Colorado Springs World Arena owns and independently operates The Broadmoor World Arena, the premier sports and entertainment venue in southern Colorado, and the adjacent World Arena Ice Hall.  The Arena is a 7,500-seat multipurpose facility and the Ice Hall, with two sheets of ice, is a US Olympic and Paralympic Committee-designated Olympic Training Site for U.S. Figure Skating and home of The Broadmoor Skating Club.  CSWA also operates, under contract with El Paso County, the 2,000-seat Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, home of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Bring world-class entertainment to southern Colorado through self-promotion, co-promotion and leasing the World Arena’s venues
  • Responsible for overall and day-to-day management and operation of all three venues
  • Engage with the Board of Directors and its committees in pursuit of the World Arena’s activities and objectives
  • Develop and adhere to the annual operating budget as approved by the World Arena’s Board of Directors
  • Maximize revenue opportunities while controlling all areas of expenses
  • Provide opportunities for staff development and support for professional growth
  • Establish short and long term roadmaps for the World Arena’s financial viability
  • Develop and implement short and long term plans for facilities maintenance and capital improvements
  • Aggressively pursue opportunities associated with the changing nature of entertainment and sports
  • Promote the World Arena’s role as a community collaborator and resource, and contributor to Colorado Springs’ brand — Olympic City USA
  • Take an active role in the community through involvement in relevant civic organizations

 Qualifications 

  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college/university in a discipline aligned with event facility management
  • Minimum of 10 years progressive experience in the field, including specific senior-level responsibilities and demonstrated successes, with preference to roles as general manager or assistant general manager
  • Significant experience and proven success in creating and booking events both independently and with promoters
  • Knowledge/experience with ticketing, food and beverage, marketing, building operations, finance, and contract negotiations
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities and communication skills in tune with today’s workforce including:
    • Leading by example, listening to the team, and providing vision, direction, and motivation to all World Arena employees
    • Not only the face of the organization in hosting dignitaries but also part of the team to do whatever it takes to get the job done
    • A track record of successful collaboration with board members, sponsors, community leaders and organizations
  • Outgoing, personable, and professional presentation skills
  • Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, along with normal business hours
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand and sit for numerous hours at a time
  • An individual must also be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record for the purpose of onsite work and other business-related obligations

Submission Information 

  • The Colorado Springs World Arena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
  • If offered the position, the candidate must successfully pass the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Safe Sport background and screening process
  • Submit cover letter and resume to careers@broadmoorworldarena.com
  • Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled
  • All applications will be acknowledged and remain confidential
  • Face-to-face interviews will be conducted with the finalists in Colorado Springs beginning in March
  • Questions can be sent to careers@broadmoorworldarena.com

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