Equestrian Events Manager at Show Place Arena/Prince George's Equestrian Center (11045, Grade 24)
Prince George's County, MD
| Employer: | Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County |
| Category: | Other |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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Description The Show Place Arena & Prince George's Equestrian Center, a facility of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission/Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, is seeking a highly organized and experienced Equestrian Event Manager to oversee and coordinate for all aspects of equestrian programs, events and shows held at the facility. Located on the outskirts of Upper Marlboro, the historic county seat of Prince George's County, MD, the property of the present day Prince George's Equestrian Center and The Show Place Arena was used for horse racing as far back as the mid-18th century. In the early 1900s, the Marlboro Racetrack (a 5/8-mile track) was constructed; races were sponsored by the Maryland Jockey Club until 1972. Today, the Equestrian Center and Arena commemorate the history of Maryland's long and varied equestrian traditions and the importance of the horse industry as part of the state's economy. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of horse shows and equestrian facilities. As the Equestrian Event Manager, the candidate will play a critical role delivering successful and well-executed equestrian events from a client's initial inquiry through the end of their event to include the issuing of rental agreements to event settlements. This position uses knowledge, skills, and abilities in the areas of facility and staff management, leadership, and project management with an emphasis on experiences relating to equine events and facilities. The Equestrian Event Manager will also supervise a full-time outdoor maintenance team and seasonal, intermittent equestrian support staff. Duties will include developing event rental rates, issuing rental agreements, recruiting, and onboarding staff, maintaining revenue/expenditure records and working closely with Arena's management team to ensure that a client's needs/requests are being met. Position will require working a non-traditional schedule of early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis. Also requires working outside in inclement weather. Examples of Important Duties
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, scooping, raking, and carrying for extended periods of time. The employee will regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Facility Background: The Prince George's Equestrian Center encompasses ninety-nine (99) acres of land that includes the outdoor equestrian facilities consisting of two (2) 150' x 300 show rings with an adjacent schooling ring, and one (1) 140' x 280' covered show ring with an adjacent schooling ring. Also located on the premises is a heated/air-conditioned show office, permanent stabling for 250 horses, vendor areas, food concession building and areas for RV/tow behind campers. The Show Place Arena is located on the property of the Prince George's Equestrian Center and is a 5,800-seat multi-purpose arena and contains a 35,360-square-foot (136' by 260') floor allowing it to be used for various events such as concerts and trade shows. For equestrian events and rodeos, it is possible for the arena to install six to eight (6 to 8) inches of footing material to meet the needs of our equestrian events. Minimum Qualifications Supplemental Information Preferred Skills and Abilities:
This position may be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you. THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION 2024 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans. Eligibility You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation. Retirement Programs
Plan C: 9.5%*of base salary (FOP members only) Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
Leave Programs
Other Benefits
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694. | |