POSITION OVERVIEW Fox Theatre Director of Operations

POSITION OVERVIEW

Fox Theatre Director of Operations

Atlanta, GA

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The state’s largest city and capital, Atlanta, GA, can boast itself as a thriving business center with an eclectic mix of residents back dropped by a city with southern roots. With a flair for the arts, Atlanta offers visitors and residents a wide selection of museums, classical music venues and a thriving theatre scene. A major city means major sports teams. Catching an Atlanta Falcons, Hawks or Braves game can make for a thrill of a lifetime.

• Sports includes the Atlanta Falcons, Hawks, Braves, and Atlanta United • Golf includes clubs offering a wonderful challenge to every skill level • Attractions includes the Georgia Aquarium, Zoo, and the World of Coca-Cola • Food & Drinks Atlanta Dining Guide • Nightlife includes opera, comedy clubs and Atlanta mainstays • Hotels includes 12 websites for hotels and suites from luxury to hip and sleek

NEIGHBORHOODS

Atlanta has been divided and subdivided into a complex network of district and neighborhoods, each unique and with its own nickname. Check out the Guidebooks for Buckhead, John Creek, Alpharetta and Cobb County here.

• Downtown Atlanta is the largest of the three business districts, also known as the Historic Business District. • Midtown Atlanta, known as the “Heart of the Arts” is home to theaters and arts center. • Dunwoody includes butterfly kisses and zip lining through trees for an extra special experience. • Peachtree Street is the main street of Atlanta with noteworthy architecture and annual parades.

TOP ATTRACTIONS

1. World of Coca Cola 2. Georgia Aquarium 3. Centennial Olympic Park 4. Zoo Atlanta 5. CNN Center 6. Fox Theatre 7. SunTrust Park 8. High Museum of Art 9. Martin Luther king, Jr. National Historic Site 10. Fernback Museum of Natural History

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THE BRIDGE BETWEEN PROFESSIONALS | SearchWide Position Overview 2 ABOUT FOX THEATRE

The Fox Theatre, world-renowned as a concert and event venue like no other, began its story in a most unusual way. In 1928, the Fox was originally conceived as a home for Atlanta’s Shriners organization. To create a headquarters, the Shriners looked to the ancient temples of the Far East to inspire a mosque-style structure. Bursting with soaring domes, minarets and sweeping archways, the exterior of the building gave way to stunning gold leaf details, sumptuous textiles and exquisite trompe l’oeil art inside.

Shortly before its completion, the Shriners leased their beautiful auditorium to William Fox, a move mogul who had launched his empire by building theatres across the country to meet America’s insatiable affection for the new moving pictures that were sweeping the nation.

With Fox’s financial backing, the 250,000 square foot Fox Theatre was completed, with the crowning addition of “Mighty Mo”, the 3,622 pipe Moller organ that remains the largest Moller theatre organ in the world even today. The Fox opened on Christmas Day in 1929 to a sold-out crowd, premiering Steamboat Willie, Disney’s first cartoon starring Mickey Mouse.

By the late 1960’s beautiful landmark movie palaces like the Fox were falling out of favor, replaced by suburban movieplexes built for efficiency and multiple-screen showings. The Fox fell into disrepair and closed in 1974. This stunning landmark, beloved for generations, was suddenly facing demolition. Confronted with the possibility of losing their beloved landmark, the residents of Atlanta sprang into action and created a non-profit called Atlanta Landmarks. A “Save The Fox” campaign raised $3 million and in 1975, after months of painstaking restoration efforts, the Fox opened its doors again, to the joy and celebration of the patrons and employees.

Fox Theatre, Inc. continues to run the theatre today, making it one of an elite group of not-for-profit theatres in the country, committed to making performance art accessible to everyone. The Fox has become a destination for audiences, historians and tourists alike, all of whom flock to the renowned theatre to see its grandeur firsthand. The “Fabulous Fox” (as it is affectionately known) has become a legend, showcasing unforgettable performances by everyone from Elis Presley to Madonna, and playing host to countless Broadway shows. In addition, the theatre’s lavish ballrooms, lounges and outdoor terraces are perpetually in high demand for fashionable weddings and special events taking place in Atlanta.

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Title: Director of Operations Reports to: Vice President & COO

Manage all aspects of physical maintenance and building systems to ensure safe, secure and enjoyable guest experiences for internal and external guests. The Director of Operations achieves this through the effective and coordinated management of the operations and housekeeping departments as well as relationships with vendor partners.

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure maintenance of physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utility systems are in operative and safe working condition at all times. • Manage and coordinate the work of maintenance staff. Monitor CMMS to ensure work completion in a timely and satisfactory manner. • Establish and manage capital and departmental budgets and productivity targets. Control expenditures within limitations of project and departmental budget parameters. • Negotiate and manage service agreements to include, but not limited to, cleaning, MEP and kitchens. Supervise performance of all trade contractors to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations. • Provide strategic leadership and vision in managed departments and organizational focuses such as capital planning, guest experience technologies, risk management, etc. • Establish guidelines, policies and procedures for successful operations to include, but not limited to housekeeping, preventive maintenance, risk management and accessibility • Provide coordination and direction in the design, review, specifications and scheduling of construction and renovation projects. • Other duties as assigned (Required) • Willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

DECISION MAKING AND AUTHORITY

• Personnel hiring, coaching, developing and evaluating • Approve purchases up to designated threshold • Capital and Operational Expenditures up to designated threshold • Approve payroll for departments supervised • Manufacturer and vendor selection • Operation of building systems • Building equipment, safety & security operating procedures • Approve vendor contracts

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors’ Degree required. • 5-7 years of progressive experience in Operations, Facilities Management or other related field in a major hospitality or entertainment organization. • Experience necessary to effectively manage and motivate a full service office and staff, utilizing essential practices, procedures and ethics. • Required proficiency in the following Computer skills and systems – Microsoft Suite, Computerized Maintenance Management Software, Building Automation Systems. • Able to prepare and manage capital and operation budgets consistently, effectively and accurately. • Manage multiple projects involving in-house and outside contractors • Experience and knowledge of governmental permitting and regulations. • Demonstrated competencies in the areas of oral and written communications, customer service and business ethics are required.

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Number of Staff Supervised Directly: 2, Indirectly: 6 non-contract, 20 contracted Housekeeping

BUDGET

Annual Operating Budget Responsibility: $1,000,000 Annual Capital Budget Responsibility: $500,000

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort

Regular periods during which there is continuous physical exertion required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting materials or equipment, some of which is heavy or awkward.

Physical Environment

Occasional exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, noises, and fumes which may cause noticeable discomfort.

Sensory Attention

Almost constant need to give concentrated attention where multiple stimuli are changing quickly and where two or more senses (hearing, seeing, touching, and tasting) must be used in coordination.

Mental Stress

There is continuous pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands. Unpleasant contacts and/or concern about unpleasant situations are frequent. Moderate disruption of family/social life.

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