Operations Manager | Full-Time | Graham Park Exhibition Center

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Operations Manager | Full-Time | Graham Park Exhibition Center

Location

US-MN-Rochester

Job Post Information* : Posted Date

1 minute ago (10/7/2026 10:26 AM)

Job ID

2026-34919

Location Name

Graham Park Exhibition Center

Category

Operations

Type

Regular Full-Time

Location : Location

US-MN-Rochester

Job Post Information* : External Company Name

Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL

https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code

55904

Location : Address

112 Arena Drive SE

Job Post Information* : Post End Date

12/31/2026

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

The Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, coordination, and hands-on execution of facility operations for the Graham Park Exhibition Center. Working under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Operations Manager provides leadership for venue operations, event conversions, facility readiness, maintenance coordination, and safety compliance. This position serves as a key member of the management team and is responsible for ensuring the facility is maintained at the highest standards while delivering exceptional experiences for event organizers, exhibitors, guests, participants, and community stakeholders. This role pays an annual salary of $48,000 - $52,000 Benefits for Full-Time Roles: 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 December 31, 2026.

The Graham Park Exhibition Center is a brand new facility in Rochester, MN, built by Olmsted County and managed by Oak View Group. The newly constructed 82,000-square-foot facility will be home to trade shows, fundraisers, equine events, comedians, concerts, weddings, and more.

Responsible for managing and performing tasks to set up, convert, and tear down events Responsible for facility maintenance and snow removal Coordinate event logistics as assigned Manage and clean changeover equipment and areas Assist Director of Operations with projects as requested Adhere to all Venue Management Policies and Procedures Assist the Event Manager with all facets of event management and coordination Other duties as assigned by Director of Operations or General Manager

High School Diploma or GED required 3-5 years of experience with event changeovers & the general functions of the Operations Department Knowledge of management principles, with emphasis on working with & training staff Knowledge of boilers, chillers, and refrigeration is helpful. Ability to climb stairs and lift heavy objects unaided Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended numbers of consecutive days Must be able to, or willing to learn how to operate equipment such as skidloader, pallet jacks, telehandlers, and others

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