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- Leads strategic, executive-level planning for admission operations within the department, develops department budgets, and implements guest-centric practices to ensure high-quality standards and inclusive experiences for all visitors.
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- Develops and implements revenue goals for admissions and attractions, oversees the point-of-sale system, collaborates with marketing for onsite signage, website information, and program promotions, and contributes to strategic revenue-generating event planning.
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- Sets and monitors guest service goals and provides metrics that track progress toward goals, including overseeing the survey program and customer relationship software for zoo operations.
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- Proven history of generating increased revenue opportunities in areas such as concessions, catering, admissions, special events, and retail operations.
- Demonstrated experience in providing detailed financial analysis to support revenue goals.
- Five or more years of direct experience overseeing revenue or expense budgets of $10 million or greater.
- Management experience in a union environment
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Guest Services Director - Portland, United States - Aza
Description
Oregon Zoo / MetroGuest Services Director
Join us at the Oregon Zoo as we seek a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as our Guest Services Director.
At the heart of science, conservation, education, and animal well-being, the Oregon Zoo has been a community-supported institution since 1888.
As the Guest Services Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the overall guest experience, overseeing a dedicated team responsible for admissions, customer service and attractions.
In this influential position within the Business Operations department at the Oregon Zoo you will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated managers and staff in delivering the highest quality guest experience to over 1.3 million visitors.
The Guest Services Director will drive guest service standards, revenue goals, oversee a large operating budget and participate in high-level planning for zoo wide events and programs.
We are looking for a collaborative leader and a motivated developer of people with a proven track record in managing large teams, developing customer service standards, overseeing large and complex budgets and is adept at fostering inclusivity and equity.
If you are ready to be a part of a vibrant community of wildlife enthusiasts, join us on this exciting journey at the intersection of conservation and guest services.
Your leadership will not only impact the success of our zoo but also contribute to the broader mission of animal conservation and education.
Lead a team of two managers, five leads, three full time staff, and up to 45 seasonal team members with care and inclusivity.
As the Guest Services Director you will:
Attributes for Success:
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities.
Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region.
Metro's goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.
Learn more about Metro's Diversity Action PlanTO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.
Minimum qualifications:
Work environment and schedule:
Given the role's onsite leadership responsibilities, the ideal candidate should be adaptable to a flexible schedule, encompassing weekends, holidays, and occasional early mornings or evenings, as dictated by business operations.
Extended hours and workweeks exceeding 40 hours may be necessary due to operational needs.Like to have qualifications:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.
Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.
$112,000 - $142,944 annually
How to Apply
If interested in this opportunity and would like to learn more or apply, visit us at our website by April 24th at 5pm PST
Oregon Zoo / Metro
Portland, OR
