Manager, San Diego Event Operations

NASCAR•San Diego, CA

8d•$73,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

NASCAR is seeking an experienced event operations leader to plan, execute, and continuously improve special events and selected organizational initiatives. The role oversees complex event programs, venue operations, and cross-functional projects, helping deliver exceptional experiences for fans, partners, and stakeholders. This is a remote position with extensive travel. Initially, the manager will support a 1–3 month assignment in the San Diego area leading up to the Anduril 250 NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado in August 2027. After the event, the role will continue supporting NASCAR special events and strategic initiatives nationwide. The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution. It develops scalable operational strategies, leads cross-functional projects, and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, innovation, and consistency. The manager works closely with executive leadership and other stakeholders to advance organizational priorities and deliver high-quality event experiences.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in event operations, venue management, hospitality operations, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale live events, complex operational initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
Strong strategic planning, project management, budgeting, and resource allocation skills.
Ability to develop and implement operational processes, identify efficiencies, and drive continuous improvement.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills, including managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate with executive leadership, internal teams, and external partners.
Ability to balance long-term strategic objectives with hands-on operational execution.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, accountability, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Valid driver's license in good standing and ability to meet company driving record requirements.
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time, including extended periods supporting on-site event operations.
Ability to comply with NASCAR's substance abuse policy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
Experience in professional sports, motorsports, or live entertainment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning, coordination, and execution of NASCAR special events and selected organizational initiatives.
Provide operational leadership for planning and execution of the Anduril 250 NASCAR Cup Series event at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego.
Support temporary on-site event operations assignments, including an initial 1–3 month deployment in the San Diego market.
Oversee venue readiness, event logistics, production schedules, and on-site operations.
Lead all event phases, including planning, setup, execution, and breakdown.
Ensure event operations align with NASCAR safety, operational, and risk management standards.
Develop and manage event budgets, project timelines, resource allocation, and operational priorities.
Identify ways to streamline processes, optimize spending, and improve operational efficiency and business performance.
Establish operational standards, playbooks, and scalable processes to promote consistency across events.
Advance technology, reporting, and workflow improvements that enhance event operations and organizational effectiveness.
Partner with Competition, Design & Development, Experience, Marketing, Security, Sustainability, Guest Services, and other cross-functional teams to align operations with business objectives.
Build relationships with internal stakeholders, executive leadership, vendors, agencies, contractors, and external partners.
Oversee vendor and partner relationships to ensure operational requirements, performance expectations, and organizational objectives are met.
Lead complex cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives from initial planning through execution.
Provide leadership with operational insights, identify improvement opportunities, and support strategic business priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned.