Venue Manager

Location: Lansing, MI (with travel to various locations as required)

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (4-month contract)

Clearance Level: Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

***Contingent on Contract Award***

Job Summary:

The Venue Manager will provide expertise and leadership in the planning, coordination, and execution of exercise venue management for the Michigan National Guard (MING). This position is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and sustaining training venues, event logistics, and support structures for a variety of military and civilian exercises. The Venue Manager will oversee the integration of multiple stakeholders, including military, government agencies, emergency response teams, and local authorities, to ensure smooth operations and execution of exercise events. The ideal candidate will have experience in event coordination, military training exercises, and facility management, with a strong ability to synchronize planning efforts across multiple organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

Exercise Venue Management & Coordination

• Identify, assess, and secure training venues for military and emergency management exercises.
• Coordinate venue logistics, including space allocation, resource availability, and security measures.
• Ensure all exercise venues meet the required safety, operational, and logistical standards for effective training.
• Manage venue access for participating agencies, contractors, and military personnel.

Planning & Execution of Exercises

• Participate in the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) process, including Initial Planning Meetings (IPM), Mid-Planning Meetings (MPM), and Final Planning Meetings (FPM).
• Develop and maintain relationships with local emergency managers, authorities, and training partners to facilitate effective ground situational training.
• Support the development of exercise scenarios and Master Scenario Events Lists (MSEL) for multi-organization engagement.
• Ensure venue-specific requirements are met, including infrastructure, equipment, and participant accommodations.

Event Logistics & Operations Support

• Oversee venue set-up, rehearsals, and execution of training exercises.
• Provide on-site coordination during exercises to ensure smooth execution and problem-solving.
• Support the integration of role players, props, and scenario elements to create realistic training environments.
• Implement cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection measures related to exercise venues.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance Program (QAP) standards.

Post-Exercise Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze After-Action Review (AAR) feedback to improve future training exercises.
• Document lessons learned, venue performance, and recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in maintaining an Information Management/Knowledge Management (IM/KM) system for venue coordination and exercise data tracking.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Facility Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in venue management, exercise planning, or military training coordination.
• Experience working with military exercises, emergency response planning, or interagency coordination.
• Familiarity with military and emergency management training exercises (e.g., Northern Exposure, Vigilant Guard, Spartan Response) is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of facility operations, logistics planning, and event coordination.
• Proficiency in All Partners Access Network (APAN), WebEOC, MSEL development, and JELC methodology.
• Understanding of Incident Command System (ICS), National Response Framework (NRF), and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits: 

Medical, Vision, & Dental: Company partially funded Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans 

Safe Harbor Pre-Tax 401(k): Matching contribution equal to 100% up to 6% of salary 

Profit Sharing 401(k): Eligible for profit-sharing contributions 

Annual Bonus: Eligible for bonuses 

Paid Floating Holidays: Up to 11 federal recognized paid holidays 

Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible for up to $5,250 annually for continuing education 

Monthly Allowance: Eligible for Transportation & Technology Allowance 

Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts at 20 days of PTO on first three years 

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Our Core Services and Opportunities: 

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General Terms and Conditions 

Equal Employment Opportunity: TACFI Consulting is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

No Guarantee of Employment: Completing an application does not guarantee employment. Employment relationships are presumed to be “at-will.” An at-will employment relationship is one that may be terminated by the employer or employee at any time, without cause or notice. 

 
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  

NOTE 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Salary : $5,250