
ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL | HUNTINGTON PLACE
Legends Global is redefining excellence in live events, venue management, and hospitality. With a global portfolio of 350+ iconic venues and a 360° approach that integrates Partnerships, Premium Experiences, Merchandise, Technology, and Operations, Legends Global delivers world-class results for clients and unforgettable moments for guests.
At Huntington Place Detroit — the 16th largest convention center in the United States — that globalexpertisemeets Detroit’s energy, innovation, and resilience. Together,we’reshaping the future of live experiences in the heart ofthe MotorCity.
THE ROLE
TheAssistant Operations Manager – Environmental Servicessupports the Operations Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Environmental Services department. This roleassistsinestablishingand implementing departmentalobjectives, managing personnel,maintainingservice standards, and ensuring operational efficiency throughout Huntington Place.
The Assistant Operations Manager plays a key role in workforce planning, training, budgeting, inventory management, vendor relations, andmaintaininga safe, clean, and welcoming environment for guests, clients, and employees. This position requires a collaborative leader who can effectively manage multiple priorities while supporting a unionized workforce in a fast-paced event environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Department Operations & Leadership
•Assistin supervising the daily operations of the Environmental Services department.
• Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day workflow of departmental staff.
•Participatein daily staff briefings and operational planning meetings.
• Support departmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Workforce Management
•Assistwith recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, promotions, and corrective action processes.
• Support scheduling efforts and complete weekly staffing forecasts.
•Assistwith payroll management and workforce administration.
• Train employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently.
• Interpret and administer union contract provisions and workplace guidelines.
Budget & Inventory Management
•Assistwith developing and managing departmental budgets.
• Manage inventory levels and approve orfacilitatepurchasing as needed.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and verify invoices, receipts, and contract costs.
•Monitordepartmental expenditures and recommend cost-saving opportunities.
Quality Assurance & Safety
Process Improvement & Customer Relations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KEY DELIVERABLES
QUALIFICATIONS
•Bachelor’s degree in Management, Maintenance Engineering, ora relatedfield preferred; equivalent experience may be substituted for education.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
•Minimum three (3) years of experience supervising or managing personnel.
• Experience in Environmental Services, facilities operations, housekeeping, or hospitality environments preferred.
• Experience working within a unionized environment preferred.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive salarycommensuratewith experience, plus:
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This positionoperatesthroughout a large convention center facility and requires frequent movement between operational areas.
The role requires frequent walking throughout the facility, prolonged standing, navigating event floors and back-of-house spaces,abilityto lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionallyand responding to operational needs in real time.
Must have theavailabilityto work weekends, holidays, late evenings, and early mornings as operationalneeds require.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Huntington Place / Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encouraging Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.