Director of Facility Operations | Full-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

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Director of Facility Operations | Full-Time | Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

Location

US-RI-Kingston

Job Post Information* : Posted Date

3 minutes ago (10/7/2026 5:52 PM)

Job ID

2026-35102

Location Name

Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena (U of Rhode Island)

Category

Operations

Type

Regular Full-Time

Location : Location

US-RI-Kingston

Job Post Information* : External Company Name

Oak View Group

Job Post Information* : External Company URL

https://www.oakviewgroup.com/

Location : Postal Code

02881

Location : Address

1 Lincoln Almond Plaza

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 Director of Facility Operations provides hands-on leadership and oversight of facility operations for the Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena, including building systems, maintenance, event operations, housekeeping, conversions, projects, staffing, and departmental resources. The role directs the Facility Operations team, establishes priorities and accountability, and ensures both venues are safe, well-maintained, and operationally ready for events and daily activities. This position is expected to actively support facility operations, events, projects, snow operations, and emergency response as needed. This role pays an annual salary of $80,000 - $85,000 and is bonus eligible. 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.

A state-of-the-art, multi-purpose facility, the Thomas M. Ryan Center, located on the University of Rhode Island campus in scenic South County, opened its doors in June 2002. Home to URI Men's and Women's Basketball programs, the Ryan Center also features the URI football teams' locker room, along with athletic department offices, training rooms, players' lounges, and a souvenir store. The venue seats 8,000 for basketball and over 6,300 for concerts, family shows, lectures, and other community events. The Ryan Center was designed and built to meet all ADA specifications to accommodate our guests with disabilities. Located in Kingston, the Center draws on an audience of over 1.4 million people within a 40-mile radius.

Direct and lead the Facility Operations team; establish priorities, assign responsibilities and projects, balance workloads, and ensure clear ownership and accountability. Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development for department staff. In conjunction with the Assistant General Manager, oversee the condition, safety, operation, and readiness of the Ryan Center and Boss Ice Arena, including physical plant, electrical and building systems, preventive maintenance, housekeeping, and general facility operations. Direct and oversee day-to-day housekeeping, event cleaning, operational inventory, and facility supplies. Manage the event-cleaning contract, budget, and service standards. In conjunction with the Assistant General Manager, manage the Facility Operations budget, purchasing, invoices, service agreements, contractors, and vendors. Establish preventive maintenance and facility project