Event Ops Department Supervisor

Furever Pawradise Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Furever Pawradise, a Toronto-based non-profit celebrating the furry arts community, seeks an Event Ops Supervisor to lead a defined operations area during events. You will actively supervise teams, ensure safety, and resolve on-site challenges as they arise.

Key responsibilities include pre-shift inspections, acting as radio point of contact, coordinating with Guest Experience and other departments, and ensuring staff are trained on equipment and procedures.

Qualifications

• Directly manage and support Team Leaders and Members within a specific operational area (e.g., Main Events, Panel Tech).
• Conduct pre-shift inspections of their area to identify and mitigate any safety or operational hazards.
• Serve as the first point of radio contact and escalation for all operational issues in their zone.
• Ensure all team members are properly trained on their equipment and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and support Team Leaders and Members within a specific operational area (e.g., Main Events, Panel Tech).
• Conduct pre-shift inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Serve as the first point of radio contact and escalation for operational issues in their zone.
• Ensure training on equipment and tasks for all team members.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Technical Aptitude

Quick Thinking

Strong Communication

Tools

A/V technology

Job description

The Event Ops Supervisor is a hands-on leader responsible for a specific functional area of the event. They might oversee all main stage operations, manage the technical setups for all panel rooms, or command a specific physical zone of the venue. They are the primary on-site problem-solvers, ensuring their area of responsibility runs smoothly and safely from moment to moment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Directly manage and support Team Leaders and Members within a specific operational area (e.g., Main Events, Panel Tech).

Conduct pre-shift inspections of their area to identify and mitigate any safety or operational hazards.

Serve as the first point of radio contact and escalation for all operational issues in their zone.

Ensure all team members are properly trained on their equipment and tasks.

Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Guest Experience for line management) to ensure smooth operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Supervisory Experience : Proven ability to lead teams in a live event environment.

Technical Aptitude : Comfortable with or able to quickly learn event technology (A/V, lighting, etc.).

Quick Thinking : Ability to rapidly assess a situation and make a sound operational decision.

Strong Communication : Clear, concise communication skills, especially over a radio.

Beneficial Skills

Experience as an A/V technician or stage manager.

First aid and CPR certification.

About the Company

Furever Pawradise is a Toronto-based, non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and empowering the vibrant anthropomorphic arts (furry) community. Our core mission is to create a premier annual event that provides a dedicated platform for artists to showcase their creativity, for community members to forge lasting connections, and for all of us to channel our collective passion into philanthropic good for local charities.
Our organization is built on a foundation of six core values: Creativity & Expression, Community & Inclusivity, Empowerment, Generosity & Impact, Integrity & Trust, and Joy & Celebration. Joining the Furever Pawradise team means becoming part of a passionate, collaborative, and dedicated group of people who believe in the power of community and creativity.