Sr Director of Stadium Operations

Job Title: Sr Director of Stadium Operations
Department: Stadium Operations - Venue
Reports to: GM, Venues & Facilities
Work Location: Denver, CO
Employee Type: Full-time
Pay Type: Salaried
FLSA: Exempt
Supervisor Position: Yes
Application Deadline: October 17, 2025

• Create a hiring/onboarding plan process for Stadium Operations staff including: interviewing, hiring, and training of the Operations team including full time positions of Director of Guest Services, Manager of Event Services, and other stadium operation positions; and
• Participate in the development and administration of the Temporary Stadium, CommonSpirit Performance Center, and Permanent Stadium operations and capital budgets; forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments as necessary; and
• Create, manage, and adhere to an annual operating budget; and
• Develop and update policies/procedures, A-Z Guides, and FAQs for all venues under Denver Summit FC control; and
• Conduct a variety of organizational and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies, staffing levels, and procedures as needed; and
• Alongside the Operations staff, work on Opening Plans for the Temporary Stadium, CommonSpirit Performance Center, and Permanent Stadium including but not limited to FFE procurement/assignment, staffing assignments, trainings, vendor selection/onboarding, etc.; and
• Work with Stadium GM to review plans, procurement, VE studies, and exposures as it relates to the opening and operations of the Permanent Stadium; and
• Work with the Director of Facilities to maintain an up-to-date facility register along with creation of an Annual Preventative Maintenance Plan and assist with Sustainability Planing; and
• Develop policy and procedures for event days and non-event days; and
• Oversee event day operations including but not limited to Guest Services, Housekeeping, Parking/Transportation, Conversion; and
• As a part of parking/transportation/mobility management for all stadium events, this will include the management of strategic offsite parking alliances.  Work closely with and developing partnerships with local area businesses, RTD, micro/active mobility solutions, and TNC’s; and
• Responsible for all event permitting including but not limited to: Special Events, Public Assembly, Pyro/Flame Effect, Sound Impact, Outdoor Music Venue, etc.; and
• Maintain signage inventory matrix (both digital and static) for all venues under Denver Summit FC control; and
• Facilitate a cadence of weekly meetings for Match Day and other event preparation involving large stakeholder group from all Denver Summit FC departments; and
• Ensure adherence to NWSL rules and regulations as it pertains to event operations, match day experience, safety and security, and all other requests from the League; and
• Work with entire Stadium Operations team to track and maintain records of each event and project through the year to compile into a detailed Annual Summary of achievements (shortcomings) to generate Strategic Plan for following year and work off previous benchmarks.

• Typical Office Conditions
• Primary location to be at Permanent Stadium once completed
• Travel between facilities as necessary
• Would require workspace hoteling at certain facilities
• Lift 50 lbs. daily
• Work in extreme weather conditions

• BS/BA degree in Sport Management or related field 
• 8+ years’ experience in the field of Professional Sports and Live Entertainment
• Experience with recruiting, hiring, training, managing, motivating a team
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Experience within Professional Soccer (NWSL, MLS, or USSF)
• Experience with TV and radio broadcast a plus
• Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.

• Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Creative problem solver
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
• Working knowledge of Fire, Life Safety, EEOC, FLSA, OSHA, and ADA rules and regulations
• Experience in developing and managing budgets, and analyzing costs

• Base salary range $135,000 - $150,000 per annum 
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

• 15 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!