MPAC FACILITY & OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Summary

WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family.

That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.

OUR CORE VALUES

City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).

We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Facility and Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is operational and well maintained, to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, telecommunications systems, sound, lighting, digital projection, and theatrical rigging systems.

This position supervises housekeeping and maintenance staff, including scheduling, leading, and hiring. Work is subject to irregular hours (evening, weekends, and holidays), sometimes on short notice.

Essential Functions / Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.

• Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Contribute to a positive work culture.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to assess his / her work performance or the work performance of the team.
• Contribute to the development of others and / or the working unit or overall organization.
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
• Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures proper operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and telecommunication systems; conducts general facility repairs, either personally or through subcontractors, and building operations.
• Ensures sound, theatrical lighting, digital projection, theatrical rigging systems are properly maintained and are in working order.
• Plans, organizes, directs and / or performs the activities of technical, housekeeping, security and maintenance of the MPAC;

prepares and posts staffing schedules.

• Instructs and / or trains subordinates regarding technical, safety, security, housekeeping, and maintenance.
• Prepares written documents such as event budgets, reports, and correspondence with clearly organized thoughts to properly communicate the needs of venue, artist and the City.
• Maintains proficiency in the proper use of MPAC equipment; reviews the work of others to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, federal regulations such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the standards / guidelines of the MPAC.
• Inspects, monitors, and / or evaluates technical equipment to determine compliance with prescribed operating, safety, or other industry standards, regulations, safety guidelines, etc.
• Reviews and modifies the facility's emergency plan; ensures that staff and volunteers are training appropriately on a regular basis.
• Conducts general repairs of the facility, either personally or through subcontractors.
• Operates various lifts to focus and change out lighting on trusses located approximately 23' feet high.
• Moves pianos, organ and rigging equipment from place to place using dollies or rolling racks.
• Directs staff in room set-up utilizing rental / event software for various events.
• Tracks operations, personnel and budget through databases or spreadsheets.
• Communicates with the general public, other City employees, vendors, management, public officials, and artists.
• Coordinates work activities and program functions with other City departments, touring companies, road shows, rental companies and lessees.
• Comprehends and makes inferences from written manuals to maintain, operate, and train others about theatrical equipment.

Understands and interprets blueprints, schematic drawings, and light plots to help companies loading into the Courtroom Theater be successful.

• Performs various general maintenance duties as required.
• Supports Main Street Special events as needed.
• Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
• Knowledge of building operations and maintenance requirements for a public facility.
• Knowledge of fire and safety regulations affecting the safety of the public.
• Knowledge of live performance technical elements
• Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in building operations and cleaning operations.
• Knowledge of stage operations for multi-use purposes.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques related to the design, maintenance, safety and operation of computerized stage lighting, digital sound systems and mechanical rigging.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of setting up and tearing down events, and of the housekeeping / cleaning techniques of a public facility.
• Budget preparation.
• Skill to interpret complex service orders into work plans for full and part-time staff that insure delivery of service to facility users.
• Skill to supervise staff and maintain effective relations between staff and facility users.
• Skill to analyze facility needs and prepare budgets for operating a large facility, including labor, materials and services.
• Ability to work effectively and courteously with user groups, their representative and the general public.
• Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Skill to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to climb a ladder or scaffolding and work in accordance with standard safety practices.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience in building management, event services, theater studies, or closely related field.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.

Physical Demands / Supplemental

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate to heavy physical effort but will involve some lifting, carrying, pushing / pulling or objects and materials of varied weight (5-300 pounds).

Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Tasks may be performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, electrical currents or traffic hazards.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.