Fairgrounds Manager

Location: Vale

Salary : $3,500.00 Monthly
Location : Ontario, OR
Job Type: Full Time 40 hrs/wk
Job Number: FGM 2026-01
Department: Fair Grounds
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Malheur County Fairgrounds Manager is responsible for the operations of the Malheur County Fairgrounds and its facilities and for overseeing all aspects of the annual fair. The Fairgrounds Manager is responsible also for attaining maximum use of fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds Manager carries out other duties as may be assigned by the Fair Board which includes Fundraising projects. The Fairgrounds Manager represents the interest of the Malheur County Fair in accordance with policies, procedures, and standards established by the Fair Board.

The Fairgrounds Manager maintains good public relations with the community and service organizations. The Fairgrounds Manager will be bonded in the same amount as the Fair Board according to ORS 565-210.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The Fairgrounds Manager works under the specific supervision of the Chair of the Fair Board and keeps him/her informed on a continual basis of any and all activities, problems or concerns. The Fairgrounds Manager works under the general supervision of the full Fair Board. If any conflict should occur between the Chair of the Fair Board and the full Fair Board, the Fairgrounds Manager will follow the supervision of the majority of the Fair Board.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The Fairgrounds Manager is responsible for supervising and evaluating the work of part-time Office Assistant and the Fairgrounds Caretaker. The Fairgrounds Manager has the responsibility of reviewing and approving all contracts negotiated on behalf of the Malheur County Fairgrounds and Fair.
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Essential Functions
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPLE DUTIES

(The following description of duties may not be all inclusive and other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Fair Board).

• FISCAL MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL: The Fairgrounds Manager is responsible for the fiscal management of the fairgrounds which includes:
  Preparation of the annual budget, grant writing and reporting, assisting in audits, working with the Malheur County Administrative Officer and Treasurer, submitting to the Fair Board a monthly accounting of income and expenditures, presenting a year-end forecast; establishing and monitoring an accounting system for fair and off-season season receipts and maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies. The Fairgrounds Manager handles all contract negotiations with vendors and facilities users, maintains the Malheur County Fairgrounds in accordance with Malheur County and Fair Board Directives and policies and insures that all facilities are kept in good repair and operating condition, keeping within fiscal limitations.
• Act as liaison between Fair Board and the public.
• Ability to manage all aspects of projects.
• Completes requisitions for bill payment to send to the Accounts Payable Department.
• Responsible for fundraising and marketing.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of grounds and buildings.
• This position is responsible for supervising fairgrounds staff; overseeing coordination and utilization of fairground facilities, negotiation of contracts with individuals or groups wanting to use the fairgrounds.
• Responsible for coordination of events at the fairgrounds and activities with other businesses and organizations.
• Responsible to be involved with the Oregon Fairs Association in some capacity so as to know what is going on state wide with County Fairs and to track any trends or circumstances that may affect the Malheur County Fair.
• Occasional required attendance at evening meetings and weekend work.

• Regular physical attendance at the employer's facility is required.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduate or equivalency with five years office manager and three years of financial management experience plus clerical experience or a satisfactory combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Must pass a background check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The Fairgrounds Manager is…