Sr. Cluster Manager, Games Family Venue Operations

Sr. Cluster Manager, Games Family Venue Operations LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. 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 perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and bold-ness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. Position Summary Reporting to Director, Games Family Services Venue Operations, the Senior Manager, Games Family Venue Operations is responsible for ensuring the provision of Games Family services at all venues within the multiple clusters they are responsible for. The Senior Manager will assist in the development and application of all Games Family plans, policies, procedures and operations at the venues they manage. In addition, the Senior Manager will help in the selection and training of all Games Family Venue Managers working within those clusters and will mentor, support, and supervise these managers both prior to and during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Finally, the Senior Manager will work closely and collaboratively with all members of the venue teams to ensure the highest level of service for the client group, including IOC members, Dignitaries, Inter-national Federation Presidents and Secretaries General, National Olympic Committee leadership and other key members of the Olympic Family. Key Responsibilities Serve as an expert on Games Family Services (“GFS”) provided at multiple LA28 competition venues Serve as the primary GFS representative at venue team meetings until the GFS Venue Managers are hired and trained Work closely with such functional areas as venue management, security, event services, and transportation Develop, adjust and apply GFS policies, procedures and plans at the competition venues Assist in the selection and training of all short-term GFS Venue Managers and venue-based volunteers Develop and deliver training programs for GFS staff and volunteers, serving as a primary trainer Work as a team with other GFS staff to ensure all venues receive sufficient focus, attention and support Manage all GFS operations at any events taking place prior to the Games Deliver presentations in person and online to small and large groups of internal and external stakeholders. Background and 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, con-tractors, 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 Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office. The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment. Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods. Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Diplomatic, service-oriented, positive, and resourceful personality Intermediate skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word Customer service oriented Training experience preferred Experience working in multi-lingual settings preferred Knowledge of other languages is a plus The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. 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 Ordi-nance 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 experi-ence a candidate can add to our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr LA28 (Web)