Senior Manager, Remote Screening Sites

LA28 (Web)•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$105,000 - $126,000•Remote

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. The Logistics functional area department is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing logistics support to all LA28 functional areas. The Senior Manager, Remote Screening Sites will be responsible for coordinating with the LA28 Security Functional Area and relevant law enforcement entities on Remote Screening Sites (RSS). This will include the determination of appropriate locations, designing the sites to meet demand, allocating resources effectively, developing project schedules, recruiting and training staff, and overseeing the delivery and operation of the Remote Screening Sites. The role will also coordinate with the LA28 Security functional area on other projects such as the Vendor Certification Program (VCP) and Material Transfer Area (MTA) operations at venues. Reporting to the Head of Venue Logistics, the ideal candidate will play a critical role in the security of logistics operations for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive logistics, security, and/or venue operations leadership experience
Proven management abilities overseeing workforce of 5+ direct reports and 25+ staff members
Excellent analytical skills: ability to make decisions both independently and within a team environment
Strong technical skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
A team player with a strong service focus and a desire to go the extra mile
Demonstrate ability in upward / downward communication
Competence to present and clearly communicate to audiences in a multitude of public / private settings, as required
Willing to work on complex, tight, immovable timelines while maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting patience, persistence and problem-solving skills
Experience working in a multi-cultural, multi-national environment
High attention to detail
Ability to make quick decisions, gathering input from key stakeholders and advancing the ball forward with pace
Ability to roll with the transitional nature of the organization as it grows and establishes itself in the coming years
Create and manage multi-layered budgets
Ability to communicate effectively through written documents – policies, procedures, memos, etc.
Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, etc.
Influencing skills – ability to distill information and drive understanding and buy in across multiple stakeholders and executives
Team player – ability to scale up and down and drive both Logistics and flawless execution
Passion for sport; passion for Los Angeles

Nice To Haves

An undergraduate degree in Logistics, Criminal Justice, or relevant field preferred

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to the Remote Screening Site operations
Assist with the development and delivery of staff training programs, ensuring direct reports and staff are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and safety awareness
Monitor staff performance and productivity, offering coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to maintain high standards across the RSS teams
Support and foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance team culture that reflects LA28’s values and commitment to excellence
Develop and track budgets for RSS logistics operations
Verify resource requirements (staff, equipment, services) for RSS locations
Coordinate and confirm resource responsibilities with LA28 Security and NSSE (National Security Special Event)
Contribute to the drafting, refining, publishing, and distribution of the Delivering to Venues Guide
Write relevant Logistics policies, procedures, and operating plans for Remote Screening Sites with input/review of LA28 Security and NSSE staff
Coordinate with LA28 Security and NSSE staff on planning and delivering the Vendor Certification Program – a program designed to certify qualified vendors to deliver direct to venues based on meeting strict security guidelines and staff requirements
Define with LA28 Security and NSSE staff the venue locations and operations for Material Transfer Areas (MTAs)
Oversee the daily operations of RSS locations during Games-time
Monitor RSS activities across all sites using command center tools and dashboards to proactively address operational trends and disruptions
Lead incident response and resolution for logistics-related issues at Remote Screening Sites, providing timely updates to stakeholders and escalating as necessary
Support the execution of contingency plans and emergency procedures, ensuring logistics operations adapt quickly to changes
Participate in daily briefings, debriefings, and situation reports to communicate logistics status, risks, and recovery actions