Vice President, Facilities

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Position

Vice President, Facilities

Department

Stadium Operations

Reporting Manager

SVP & GM, Ballpark Operations

Status

Full-Time

Job Classification

Exempt

About the A's

The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description

The Vice President, Facilities will lead the planning, operation, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of the ballpark and associated facilities. This role will be responsible for ensuring the venue is safe, operationally efficient, well-maintained, and ready to host a wide range of events, including baseball games, concerts, private events, community events, and other large-scale venue activations.

The Vice President, Facilities will oversee all aspects of facility operations, including building systems, engineering, maintenance, utilities, sustainability, housekeeping, grounds, capital improvements, and facility-related vendor relationships. This leader will work closely with Events, Baseball Operations, Security, Guest Experience, Information Technology, Finance, and other internal and external partners to ensure the facility can seamlessly support the diverse needs of the organization and its event calendar.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and long-term planning of the ballpark facilities.
• Develop and implement comprehensive facility management strategies that support baseball operations, concerts, private events, and other programming.
• Lead facility readiness efforts across the full event calendar, ensuring the venue is prepared to safely and efficiently transition between baseball games, concerts, private events, and other large-scale activations.
• Partner with Events to establish facility standards, operating procedures, event requirements, turnover plans, and venue readiness expectations.
• Oversee building systems and infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/safety, elevators, building automation systems, utilities, and other systems.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs to ensure the reliability, safety, and longevity of facility assets.
• Coordinate facility requirements for players, coaches, employees, VIPs, visiting teams, performers, artists, event staff, vendors

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sports and entertainment facilities.

• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams, including managing direct reports and overseeing cross-functional or third-party operational teams.
• Experience overseeing building systems, engineering, maintenance, vendors, capital projects, and operational budgets.
• Strong understanding of building infrastructure, facility management, preventative maintenance, and operational planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Experience leading planning and operations for the development, transition, or opening of a new stadium, arena, ballpark, or large-scale venue strongly preferred.
• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Willing and able to move throughout a large ballpark, team facilities and event spaces for extended periods, including during games and events.
• Must obtain a valid Driver’s License with a safe and verifiable driving record.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, business, or a related field preferred.

The A’s Social Impact & Belonging Statement

Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies all voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Consideration

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.