RAGBRAI Ride Operations

USA Today Co•Des Moines, IA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

RAGBRAI is the world’s largest and longest running annual bicycle ride, welcoming over 20,000 riders and participants each year. The organization focuses on showcasing small town Iowa and its communities. This role is seeking a candidate highly skilled in event operation planning, management, and execution, with experience in large-scale events under pressure, emphasizing participant experience. The position will assist towns in their preparations by identifying and assigning Campground spaces, overseeing a crew of 70+ people, and participating in advance travel meetings.

Requirements

Des Moines, IA based- requires in-office participation
1-3+ years of experience in Event Operations or a similar field.
Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis towards participant experience
Effective organization and time management skills
Strong leadership abilities and initiative
Quick decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Reliant, self-paced worker that can proactively strategize on future responsibilities
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
Passionate and enthusiastic for the event and / or cycling industry

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Sports & Recreation Management or similar field preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, produce, and execute operational components for assigned events from contract execution through post-event closeout.
Partake in advance travel meetings to assist towns in their preparations, including identifying and assigning campground spaces, working with Public Works departments and shower vendors to identify best locations and placing various RAGBRAI accommodations.
Oversee the Charter program and serve as the primary liaison between Charters, Overnight Towns, and RAGBRAI.
Manage the RAGBRAI Crew, a group of 70+ individuals that assist with operations during the ride, which includes assigning positions, interviewing and hiring candidates, communicating pre-event logistics, and processing all payments.
Reserve all rental vehicles for the week of RAGBRAI and the Route Inspection in June.
Collect and track necessary documentation from host communities to process financial payments as part of the RAGBRAI Give Back program.
Actively work alongside RAGBRAI Staff to project, track and adhere to annual budget(s).
Assist RAGBRAI Creative Director in creation and implementation of Overnight Town maps using the Google MYMAPS software.
Support RAGBRAI staff in planning and execution of various annual events, including the Route Annuoncement Party, Overnight & Pass-Through Town Meeting, Route Inspection, and Fall Ride.
During the week of RAGBRAI, command the RAGBRAI Information Tent and provide customer service to all participants.
Other duties as assigned.