WestWorld Asst General Manager

Introduction

WestWorld is looking for an experienced professional who is well-versed in the management practices of public assembly facility management to include equestrian and non-equestrian event experience. We are looking for a team player who is adept at solving problems in a fast-paced environment and doing so within budgetary guidelines.
Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The midpoint salary is $146,494.40 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Animal Husbandry, Equine Science, Business Administration or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Seven years of highly responsible management experience in directing the operation and maintenance of a convention center, municipal community services department, or similar public assembly facility, to include organizing and directing the activities within a department, preparing and managing governmental budgets and/or contract management and administration, and strategic planning.
• Must have a minimum of one year of Lead or Supervisory experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• Preferred: Two years of Lead or Supervisory experience.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Within two years of hire or promotion, ability to obtain and maintain the League of Agriculture Certified Manager of Equine Center (CMEC) certification.
• Within two years of hire or promotion, must complete the League of Agriculture’s League Footing Academy
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on assignment .

Essential Functions

• Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities to include, but not limited to: training, approving work schedules, leave request, recommending/approving personnel actions, coaching and counseling, setting annual performance goals and competencies, and completing written performance evaluations.
• Acts in the General Manager’s absence.
• Interprets policy and provides direction to staff on City policies and procedures.
• Develops and issues written guidelines and action plans to coordinate projects with outside contractors and other city maintenance staff.
• Acts as a liaison to producers and event staff, exhibitors, customers, and the public in matters related to the facility.
• Oversees the response to emergencies. Responds and directs the response of various staff and agencies in emergency situations.
• Supervises operational activities of users of facility, property, and facilities to ensure compliance with leases, agreements, and contracts.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a City office environment on the grounds of WestWorld, with a significant amount of time on site interacting with staff, event producers, and the general public.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to work in an equestrian center and special events facility
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Use various hand tools.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds, up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Travel to/from meetings and various locations.
• May require working weekends and attending evening and weekend meetings as necessary.
• This position is 'on-call' twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week.
• Respond and direct response of various staff and agencies in emergency situations.

Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Drug Screen
• Criminal Background screening
• 39 month motor vehicle record

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 8/13/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

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