Operations Manager - Asset Integration

Operations Manager

Under the general direction of the Director, Operations, the Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of property operations and development projects to ensure that the assigned property is operating effectively and efficiently while meeting the needs of its internal and external customers. Ensures site security and property management of off reservation properties are maintained while ensuring a strict level of confidentiality in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements. Collaborates, initiates, and supports opportunities with other functions by championing the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribes vision, mission, and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Oversees the integration of project or property teams, coordinating internal departments and stakeholders to ensure utilities, land, roads, buildings, parks, and infrastructure align with user needs and annual plans. Manages daily construction activities, including major renovations and ground-up commercial construction projects.
• Ensures that all department purchase orders, invoices, and receipts are tracked and processed timely. Ensures that all check requests are applied to the correct budgetary line items. Maintains control of department assets, including vehicles, furniture, fixtures, tools, and equipment ensuring proper repair and maintenance.
• Plans, manages, and oversees maintenance and improvements of land, roads, utilities, parks, and buildings, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, phone / data systems, building equipment, and system modifications, to minimize disruptions and ensure operational integrity.
• Assists Enterprise Departments with the coordination of events, corporate gatherings, meetings and presentations.
• Identifies, implements, and manages fire fuel mitigation, erosion control, and flood prevention practices across assigned properties and offsite mitigation areas. Collaborates closely with internal Enterprise departments, including SM Fire, Department of Public Works, and Environmental and Cultural Department. Performs additional environmental response tasks and assignments that support mitigation efforts and responses to public health emergencies.
• Facilitates collaboration between the enterprise and State, Federal, County, City, Tribal, and non-profit agencies to support real estate functions such as easement requests and permitting processes.
• Identifies and reviews new potential acquisitions of property for the betterment of access and daily functions of the existing asset.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Education, Experience and Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field required. Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a multifaceted operational role, preferably in property and infrastructure operations with interagency collaboration across tribal, city, state, and federal entities, or related field required. Related, relevant, and / or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) : Skilled in adapting communication style to connect with varied audiences. Ability to foster trust and cooperation among internal teams and external partners. Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging diverse audiences and stakeholders. Adept at identifying challenges and implementing practical, scalable solutions. Comfortable navigating change and managing multiple priorities in dynamic environments.

Licenses, Certifications and Registrations : At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license. Authorized Driver : Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions Environment :

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled office setting. Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences. Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and / or move up to 40 pounds occasionally. Sedentary work : involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone. Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone. Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position : The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility. Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties. Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke. Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law. As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!