Director, Stadium Operations

The Director of Stadium Operations oversees the day-to-day stadium operations, maintenance, and ballpark cleanliness at Sutter Health Park, ensuring the facility is always show-ready, organized, and fully operational for all baseball games and special events throughout the year. This role plays a key part in delivering a safe, welcoming, and exceptional guest experience. The Director will lead operational planning and execution across facility operations, maintenance, and event logistics while working closely with internal departments and third-party vendors. The position supports the Vice President of Stadium Operations in implementing operational strategies, overseeing staff, and managing stadium systems, infrastructure, and capital improvement initiatives. **Supervisory Responsibilities:** - Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, and supervising Stadium Operations and Parking staff. - Plan, assign, and direct work while evaluating performance and providing staff development. - Foster a positive team environment focused on delivering world-class service to guests, partners, and clients. - Coordinate and oversee work performed by third-party contractors, vendors, and engineering services. - Serve as a member of the stadium emergency response leadership team. **Duties & Responsibilities:** **Stadium Operations & Facility Management** - Plan, direct, coordinate, and review operational work plans for stadium maintenance, facility operations, and event readiness. - Ensure the stadium remains show-ready through proper maintenance, cleanliness, and operational preparedness. - Direct and supervise stadium maintenance operations including building systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and plumbing. - Monitor facility systems including building automation systems to ensure proper performance and efficiency. - Oversee stadium cleaning operations and ensure vendors maintain high standards of ballpark cleanliness. **Event Operations** - Support operational planning and execution for baseball games, concerts, and other stadium events. - Coordinate event logistics with internal departments including Guest Services, Security, Parking, and Events. - Ensure operational readiness for all events and troubleshoot operational issues in real time. **Capital Projects & Asset Management** - Assist in determining, planning, and executing capital improvement projects to enhance stadium operations and infrastructure. - Work with property management, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors on facility upgrades and improvement initiatives. - Help evaluate energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability improvements throughout the stadium. **Safety & Compliance** - Work closely with local governing officials, law enforcement, and Fire/Medical agencies to maintain a safe environment for guests and employees. - Implement and maintain operating policies and procedures consistent with applicable laws, safety regulations, and league requirements. - Ensure compliance with MiLB, MLB, and industry operating standards. **Vendor & Partner Coordination** - Serve as liaison to public utilities, environmental, and energy agencies when required. - Manage relationships with operational vendors including maintenance contractors, cleaning services, and engineering providers. - Coordinate work with outside vendors and contractors to maintain stadium infrastructure and operations. **Operational Efficiency** - Review, analyze, and evaluate business procedures to improve operational efficiency. - Implement policies and procedures that enhance day-to-day stadium operations. - Assist with the planning and management of the Stadium Operations budget. **Qualifications:** - Demonstrated experience managing teams and developing staff in a facility operations environment. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent organization and time management abilities. - Ability to plan, schedule, and direct maintenance work and operational staff.…