Olympic Sculpture Park Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

Provide daily management and oversight of the Olympic Sculpture Park operations and cross‑functional park usage oversight. Provide leadership and mentoring to onsite landscape and facilities team. This is a high visibility role that works cooperatively with other SAM departments in the operating of the park and all associated activities including art installation, art conservation, internal programs, and private events. Ensure a consistent and meaningful visitor, programmatic, and event experience at this 9‑acre urban sculpture park. FLSA Status FT, Exempt Reports To Director of Facilities Compensation $95,600.00 - $116,800.00/year Work Location On‑Site Olympic Sculpture Park Responsibilities will include the following, but are not limited to: Park Management Oversee daily operations of the park, including operational planning, coordination of activities, and the artistic and horticultural aspects of the park. Responsible for the implementation of Office Services, Environmental Services, and Event Support at the site in coordination with the Facilities Operations Manager. Implement and monitor policies and procedures, setting service and operations standards for park‑based activities with a focus on safety, efficiency, financial management, cross‑functional collaboration, and consistent superior performance. Propose, budget, and supervise park‑based construction and maintenance projects to ensure safe, timely, and cost‑efficient completion. Schedule and oversee all contracted services. Plan, organize, and communicate staff work schedules and work plans. Conduct annual performance dialogues as well as ongoing coaching, training, and opportunities for growth with staff. Train, manage, and motivate OSP team to support the care, upkeep, and activities of the park. Partner with Chief Engineer to ensure smooth and efficient operations in the PACCAR Pavilion. Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure all aspects of park are running smoothly and effectively. Support art installation and conservation activities in the park. Partner with Director of Facilities to create capital project proposals with a minimum five‑year horizon. Serve as on‑site contact for outsourced security staff (directly supervised by Director of Security). In collaboration with Director of Security, coordinate responses to security issues and incidents. Ensure effective communication regarding park activities and usage to staff, volunteers, and vendors. Maintain operating manual for park and ensure changes are made for staff and vendors. Respond to emergency calls in response to weather events and emergency situations. Support all park programming by providing necessary support services. Ensure that conversions to spaces for events within the pavilion and park are set according to written floor plans and direction from internal event planners. Manage and oversee onsite gatherings from corporate institutions as requested. Establish and maintain positive relationships with Parks Department and SDOT, serving as the primary contact with all city agencies. Establish and maintain positive relationships with neighbors and neighboring building management. Budgeting Participate in annual operating and capital budget processes, including five‑year projections. Monitor monthly expenses for the park and reforecast as appropriate. Administer budget in assigned area of responsibility. Other Duties Serve as active member of the OSP Committee. Engage with other similar institutions to exchange ideas and best practices. Contribute to an institutional focus of delivering exceptional, welcoming, and inclusive customer service—creating positive, meaningful experiences for all visitors, every time. Participate in institutional learning opportunities to grow our collective understanding and integration of antiracism, cultural competency, and equity values into SAM’s work.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications BA/BS or equivalent combination of education and experience. Seven years relevant work experience, including four years in a people management capacity. Experience with management of public venues. Experience planning, organizing and managing proactive, reactive, and preventative maintenance programs in large commercial or institutional settings. Familiarity with all aspects of facilities and asset management including security operations, preventative maintenance, operations and capital planning. Landscape maintenance management experience. Experience in managing service contracts, vendors, and outsourced relationships to ensure contract provisions and standards are met. Ability to work with the public professionally and tactfully. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with trustees, executives, management, and staff. Ability to build positive working relationships within as well as outside of organization. Proactive, strategic, and professional verbal and written communication, with an ability to tailor communications according to audience. Strong management and supervisory skills; ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects. Successfully assess priorities and work well with deadlines, exceptional time management, problem solving, and analytical skills. Highly organized, adept at self‑initiation and working with autonomy. Exercise discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack and internet‑based research. Ability to pass and maintain security background check clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a non‑profit setting. Experience managing a private or public park. Orientation towards customer service.

BENEFITS

Benefits include a fully employer‑paid HMP medical plan or an employee contribution PPO plan, dental, vision, and basic life insurance/LTD/AD&D, Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Dental Insurance and participation in SAM’s 403(b) retirement plan. Following 1 year of service and 1,000 hours worked, SAM makes a discretionary 3% employer contribution regardless of participation and provides an employer match program. Historically, this contribution has been made annually. Additional benefits include paid time off for vacation, PSST, bereavement leave, and jury duty, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 paid floating holiday, a subsidized unlimited Orca card, onsite fitness facility, and an EAP. FT Staff also receive a Patron level membership to SAM, a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums and discounts to museum shop and programming.

ABOUT SAM

Seattle Art Museum’s vision is to be the museum for all of Seattle—a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. To create a welcoming community where people find inspiration and discover our common humanity through exceptional art and dynamic, engaging programs. Art is always at the start and heart of what we do. Collecting, conserving, and displaying extraordinary works of art is the governing motivation of our museum. So too is fostering a vigorous exchange of ideas while cultivating connection with the broad array of communities we serve. As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, SAM shares its global connections, powerful exhibitions, and dynamic programs to engage, educate, and inspire. SAM is a vibrant, three‑site organization that is supported by 365 employees, 10 executive leaders, and more than 200 volunteers.

WORK SCHEDULE

This role is typically scheduled to work 8am – 4pm, Monday – Friday. However, this role requires a willingness to work a flexible schedule in support of the department or organization as self‑directed or directed by your supervisor. Please connect with your Recruiter or Manager for more information about SAM’s current hybrid work policy and expectations. SAM’s hybrid work policy is subject to change.

WORK CONDITIONS

Exposure: Work areas are primarily outside with exposure to allergens (pollens) native to the Pacific Northwest. Workspaces also include indoor spaces, in a climate‑controlled environment with moderate background noise. Position may involve working with biohazards, hazardous chemicals, and cleaning agents. Stationary Work: Approximately 75% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 25%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required. Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with trustees, the public, and co‑workers is necessary. Vision: Ability to effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials, memos and other appropriate paperwork. Office Work: Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office productivity machinery, such as copy machines and printers, and ability to inspect, prepare and use paperwork, files, equipment, and supplies is necessary. Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling: Ability to transport up to fifty (50) pounds of equipment and supplies.

ACCOMODATION

The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation to best enable your success in the role, please discuss this possibility with a member of our HR team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and competencies required of this position. All SAM employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. SAM reserves the right to use its managerial discretion to modify a supervisor, position, or duties to meet evolving business needs, with reasonable notice and support for the employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Seattle Art Museum