Director of Operations | Mesa Complex

## Director of Operations | Mesa Complex Apply:
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* THE ROLE:

Operations & Conversion Manager
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* LOCATION:

Mesa Convention Center | Mesa, AZ
**** ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
** Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated suite of premium services through a white-label model that keeps our partners front and center — from feasibility and project development to sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and world-class content and booking.

With a global network of more than 450 venues, hosting 20,000 events and welcoming 165 million guests annually, Legends Global brings unmatched scale, expertise, and connectivity to help our partners grow. The Legends Global Way guides how we operate:
Align, Scale, Connect, Team, Win — shared success, repeatable systems, connected solutions, unstoppable teams, and wins that are earned every day.
** About the Project/Venue
** Located in downtown Mesa, Arizona, Mesa Convention Center is the largest event venue in the East Valley. The venue features nearly 40,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space, 26 breakout rooms, 40,000 square feet of outdoor function space, and an outdoor amphitheater with capacity for up to 5,000 guests. From conferences and trade shows to community gatherings, festivals, and live entertainment, Mesa Convention Center provides a versatile setting for memorable events and experiences.

** About the Role
** The Director of Operations is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all facility and event operations at Mesa Convention Center, the East Valley’s premier event destination. This role leads key operational functions including engineering, technical services, security, public safety, custodial services, and parking, ensuring the venue is event-ready and operating at the highest standards. Partnering closely with the General Manager, clients, and vendors, the Director of Operations drives operational excellence, safety, capital planning, and continuous improvement to deliver exceptional experiences for guests, event organizers, and the community.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the success of a dynamic venue hosting conventions, concerts, festivals, and large-scale live events.
** WHAT YOU’LL DO (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & OUTCOMES)
*** Direct and oversee all aspects of venue operations, including Engineering, Building & Grounds, Technical Services, Public Safety, Security, Custodial Services, and Parking.
* Coordinate operational activities with internal departments, promoters, clients, and third-party vendors to ensure facility readiness and successful execution of all events.
* Establish and maintain operational standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance.
* Oversee the maintenance and integrity of the physical plant, including all systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
* Lead the development and execution of annual operating and capital budgets, including long-term planning for repairs and improvements.
* Drive a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and regulations, including OSHA and fire/life safety standards.
* Partner with the General Manager and ownership group on operational strategy, capital planning, and long-term venue performance.
* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operations, event execution, and guest experience, implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
* Support large-scale events including conventions, concerts, and outdoor programming, ensuring operational scalability across varying event types.  
** WHAT YOU BRING (QUALIFICATIONS…