Event Manager Hilliard Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched 360‑degree solution set for a collection of world‑class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest‑attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

The Event Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned events, from advance planning stages through the end of the event. This role includes hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising event staff, as well as overseeing building security and working with local public safety officials to ensure events run safely and smoothly. The Event Manager coordinates communication among event staff and security teams, delegates assignments, and ensures a high level of customer and lessee satisfaction throughout the event experience.

This role pays an annual salary of $50,000–$55,000.

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until May 15, 2026.

Hilliard Center is Corpus Christi’s premier entertainment and event complex, proudly owned by the City of Corpus Christi and managed by Oak View Group. Named in partnership with Hilliard Law, a firm dedicated to service and community, the waterfront venue features a state‑of‑the‑art arena, the historic Selena Auditorium, and a versatile convention center overlooking the scenic Corpus Christi Bay. With adaptable spaces, complimentary Wi‑Fi, and premium food and beverage offerings, Hilliard Center is designed to deliver exceptional experiences as South Texas’ home for live entertainment, conventions, and community gatherings.

• Advance, plan, service, and supervise all events.
• Plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates.
• Provide leadership and guidance for event personnel.
• Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees/clients, co‑workers, part‑time staff, contractors, patrons/public, and municipal officials.
• Work a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed.
• Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork & dedication to Oak View Group’s principles.
• Assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events/shows.
• Assist with the completion of pre‑show event financial estimates.
• Assist with the completion of post‑show event settlements.
• Advise lessees on services available from independent contractors for events.
• Recruit, train, and supervise event & security staff.
• Create work schedules for event & security staff, delegate assignments, and review performance/results.
• Function as a liaison between users of the facility and the facility staff.
• Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels.
• Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load‑in and load‑out.
• Investigate and resolve event‑related complaints in a professional manner ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain equipment (radios, metal detection wands, etc.) for all event and security staff.
• Make hospitality arrangements as needed.
• Communicate with municipal officials, including police, fire and medical services, event staff and public to ensure security of patrons and events.
• Review emergency planning procedures with all event staff for each event.
• Create and distribute detailed data sheets prior to every event.
• Prepare and approve bi‑weekly payroll for all event staff and security staff.
• Coordinate service needs with Food and Beverage provider & make hospitality arrangements as needed.
• Serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• 3–5 years of…