Operations Manager - Outdoor Public Spaces

Job Title: Operations Manager (Ideal for individuals with operations management experience in janitorial/cleaning, facilities operations, public spaces or parks/recreation, public works, street/community upkeep programs)

Salary: $80K, plus annual bonus, weekly pay, free uniforms, great benefits!

Join us in making a difference in YOUR community! Be the change you want to see in your community -- lead our team to create a vibrant and welcoming downtown experience!

Are you a leader with 5-7 years of experience in facilities operations management, hospitality/tourism management, event management, or public spaces administration? Block by Block is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee one of our Ambassador programs. This role requires advanced client relationship management skills to manage daily district program operations and deliver continual program improvements. We're looking for someone with strong managerial skills, a great work ethic, experience supervising a team of employees, and a passion for creating a great experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hiring and training a positive, skilled, and dependable team.
• Adjusting the deployment of resources to match changing needs.
• Identifying and solving problems to improve program quality.
• Procuring and managing inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Reporting outcomes through various channels (spreadsheets, Timekeeping, Budgets).
• Hands-on working management in the field to provide coaching, mentoring, and continuous training.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

• Has a solid work history with at least 5-7 years of experience.
• Has supervised a team of people.
• Outgoing, positive, and personable.
• Enjoys working outside in varying weather conditions.
• Loves interacting with people and making their day.
• Is a problem solver and innovator.
• Strong communication and narration abilities.

Benefits:

• Insurance: Medical with available FSA and/or HSA, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Critical Illness, and Accident.
• Other: 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Holidays -- 8 paid, Vacation -- Two weeks upon hire, Birthday Pay -- After one year of service.

Career Growth: Our rapid growth provides endless opportunities for your long-term career, not just your next job. 68% of our management team started in another job within our company, with a vast majority starting out as an ambassador.

Block by Block is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School Diploma required, college degree or extended education preferred
• Minimum of 5 years management experience in similar industry.
• Expert Customer Service Skills -- Our entire mission is to be friendly and engaging. Must lead by example with their friendliness and with a positive attitude.
• Expert Judgement -- must be comfortable and competent in order to make decisions based on information available.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Expert in level technology and computer skills Must have a strong background with proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.