Event Supervisor - Utah Cultural Celebration Center

West Valley City•West Valley City, UT

7d•$42,751 - $58,783

About The Position

The UCCC Events Supervisor oversees preparation and execution of assigned events at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center. Working closely with the assigned Event Coordinator, the supervisor coordinates event logistics, staffing, room setups, vendors, day-of activities, and event closeout. The role provides onsite leadership to Event Staff and helps ensure events are completed safely, smoothly, and in accordance with approved plans and facility policies. The position works 40 hours per week on a schedule that varies with current events. Friday and Saturday work is required, with flexible availability for some evenings and weekends. The starting pay range is $42,751–$58,783, depending on qualifications. The role is non-exempt and offers full benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off and holidays; parental leave; pet insurance; tuition reimbursement; and Utah Retirement Systems pension and/or 401(k).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of experience in event coordination, banquet supervision, venue operations, or a similar role in a high-volume event or hospitality setting.
Directly related work experience, or a combination of education and work experience, may be substituted one-for-one on a year-for-year basis.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills to work effectively with clients, partners, vendors, staff, volunteers, and community members.
Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail, including the ability to prioritize multiple events and meet deadlines.
Sound judgment, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced and changing situations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a professional, service-oriented approach.
Proficiency with basic audio-visual equipment and ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues.
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended or irregular hours as required by event schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Valid Utah driver's license or ability to obtain one.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Food Handler’s Permit.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol Seller and Server Certification (SIPS & TIPS).
Ability to learn and operate specialized equipment such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, sweepers, auto-scrubbers, and snow blowers.

Nice To Haves

Degree in hospitality, event management, or a related field.
Spanish fluency.

Responsibilities

Work with the assigned Event Coordinator to review event plans and prepare for venue rentals, City events, UCCC programs, and community partnerships.
Coordinate event logistics, including room layouts, equipment, linens, facility access, vendors, staffing, safety requirements, and other facility needs.
Develop and communicate floor plans, staff assignments, setup and reset schedules, room-readiness expectations, and day-of instructions.
Schedule, direct, and support Event Staff during event setup, execution, teardown, and reset.
Serve as the primary onsite contact for clients, partners, vendors, and internal event leads, answering questions and resolving issues within approved plans and facility policies.
Coordinate onsite services with caterers, audio-visual providers, security, custodial staff, bartenders, volunteers, contractors, and City departments.
Monitor event and public spaces to ensure they are clean, organized, accessible, safe, and compliant with facility standards and approved plans.
Oversee assigned event services, including in-house audio-visual equipment, linens, bar operations, cash handling, signage, and digital displays.
Complete event closeout procedures, including walkthroughs, securing the facility, submitting required reports, and documenting changes, incidents, damages, and follow-up needs.
Participate in event review meetings and maintain current event information in shared systems to support communication and backup coverage.
Remain cross-trained on UCCC event types and provide coverage based on event schedules, staff leave, event complexity, and division needs.
Provide leadership, training, feedback, and support to Event Staff and assist with maintaining training materials, templates, and standard operating procedures.
Monitor equipment and facility conditions, report maintenance or repair needs, and coordinate with appropriate City teams.
Conduct venue tours and provide basic event information when covering for an Event Coordinator or when assigned.
Assist other divisions with event logistics and support, and perform other related duties as assigned.
Directly supervise assigned Event Staff during scheduled shifts and provide onsite direction to vendors, contractors, concessionaires, bartenders, caterers, volunteers, and other service providers as applicable.