Event Operations Supervisor Senior

PSQ Productions • Irvine, CA

6d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Event Operations Supervisor Senior is responsible for supporting the planning, preparation, execution, and closeout of PSQ Productions events and venue operations. Under the direction of the Manager of Operations, this position serves as the lead field operations team member during assigned events, providing functional supervision and shift direction to event operations staff, part-time supervisors, janitorial/custodial personnel, vendors, and contractors. The role supports site readiness, staffing coordination, equipment and inventory management, vendor coordination, and day-of-event operational execution to ensure events are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with PSQ Productions standards.
This position requires strong operational judgment, professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced live event environment while maintaining a high standard of service, safety, and accountability.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in event operations, live events, venue operations, production support, hospitality operations, logistics, recreation, or a related field.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with internal teams, vendors, contractors, event staff, and public agency partners.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented during time-sensitive event situations.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, project management tools, scheduling tools, and event documentation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on event needs, including nights, weekends, holidays, early mornings, and extended event days.
• Ability to follow safety protocols, company procedures, and supervisor direction.
• Valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record if driving is required for company business.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience providing shift leadership, crew direction, or functional supervision in an event, venue, hospitality, operations, or public assembly environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event setup, breakdown, and operational readiness, including site plans, event timelines, maps, equipment lists, and operational checklists.
• Support load-in, load-out, vendor arrivals, event layouts, venue logistics, and timeline adherence in alignment with approved plans, venue standards, safety requirements, and public assembly expectations.
• Track and support operational needs before, during, and after events, including barricades, fencing, signage, radios, tables, chairs, tents, restrooms, trash, utilities, equipment, supplies, and other event assets.
• Conduct site walks before, during, and after events to identify needs, safety concerns, incomplete tasks, or operational issues, and communicate findings to the appropriate team members.
• Serve as Shift Lead during assigned events by leading pre-shift briefings, providing functional supervision and shift direction to operations crew, part-time supervisors, janitorial/custodial personnel, vendors, and contractors, delegating tasks, monitoring coverage and break compliance, and serving as the first point of escalation for operations staff.
• Coordinate with Event Management, Front of House, Food and Beverage, Security, Parking, Marketing, vendors, contractors, and other internal and external partners to support event readiness and operational execution.
• Communicate operational updates, changes, issues, and priorities; escalate staffing, vendor, safety, guest, or operational concerns to the Manager of Operations or designated Manager on Duty.
• Track operations inventory, equipment, and supplies, including check-in/check-out processes, organized storage areas, workspaces, and event equipment zones; report damaged, missing, or low-stock items to the Manager of Operations.
• Assist with purchasing requests, receipts, invoices, vendor records, event files, schedules, notes, project management tools, task lists, and other operational documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Support meeting preparation, post-event recaps, issue tracking, survey feedback, action items, and recommendations for operational improvement.
• Follow PSQ Productions safety policies, venue procedures, emergency protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements; promptly report workplace injuries, hazards, equipment concerns, or unsafe conditions to Management.
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with employees, vendors, clients, guests, agency representatives, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by your supervisor and as business dictates.

Benefits

• Health Premium medical and dental plan options are available to eligible employees, providing high-quality coverage to support employee health and well-being.
• Unlimited paid time off, along with applicable sick time and leave benefits in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
• CalSavers, California's retirement savings program, giving eligible employees access to a retirement savings option.
• Cell phone stipend in accordance with company policy to support business-related communication needs.
• Complimentary event tickets for themselves and eligible family members, based on event availability, role eligibility, and company guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed