Senior Manager, Games Family Ceremony Operations

LA28 (Web) • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $105,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The organization is dedicated to creating an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners, and the community. This role is crucial for the successful planning and execution of services for the Games Family during the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of both the Olympics and Paralympics. The Senior Manager will be instrumental in developing and implementing all related plans, policies, procedures, and operations, as well as selecting and training staff and volunteers. They will serve as the primary point of contact for Ceremonies-related Games Family Services, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5 - 8 years’ work experience in an international, large event or multi-sport Games environment
• 5+ years direct people management experience, including oversight of full-time staff, contractors, or large volunteer teams (e.g., 10+ individuals)
• Experience leading cross-functional teams or multi-department initiatives
• Proven delivery of large-scale projects or events, including planning through execution phases
• Experience working with external stakeholders, such as government agencies, sponsors, or international partners
• A diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field
• Oral and written fluency in English
• Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint skills with the ability to develop presentations and reporting materials.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, budgeting, forecasting, tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word skills with the ability to develop operational plans, reports, and planning documentation using styles and set templates.
• Comfortable delivering presentations in person and online to small and large groups of internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Ceremonies work experience is preferred
• Training experience preferred
• Excellent project management skills, people management skills
• Diplomatic, service-oriented, positive, and resourceful personality
• Experience working in multi-lingual settings is a plus
• Knowledge of other languages is a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the expert on Games Family Services throughout the planning and delivery of the Olympic and Paralympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Serve as the primary Games Family representative at all venue team meetings and working groups leading up to and during the Olympic and Paralympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Develop ceremonies specific Games Family policies, procedures, and plans
• Assist in the selection and training of all ceremonies specific Games Family staff and volunteers
• Work closely with other key functional areas such as transportation, security, venue management, event services, food & beverage, and ceremonies
• Work closely with ceremonies stakeholder groups including: IOC, IPC, and protocol
• Ensure that other divisions within Games Family Services are aware of Ceremonies plans and are represented appropriately throughout the planning process
• Manage all GFS ceremonies operations at any test events taking place prior to the Games

Benefits

• The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000.
• LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.
• LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws.
• We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply.
• We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree