Athletic Event Operations Lead

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Assistant Director of Event Operations to coordinate planning and execution for top-level athletic events across 25 varsity programs. You will serve as the main liaison for game operations, collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver safe, high-quality experiences for spectators and participants.

You will oversee part-time staff, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with NCAA, Conference, and university policies,

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in event management or related field.
• Ability to learn NCAA and Conference policies for all sports.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with external partners.
• Judgment and problem-resolution skills in dynamic environments.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of crowd management, safety protocols and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and execution of high-quality athletic events.
• Serve as main point of contact for game operations and event management.
• Lead and develop part-time event staff; ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Event management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Staff training

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree

Tools

Office software

AV equipment knowledge

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Assistant Director of Event Operations to coordinate planning and execution for top-level athletic events across 25 varsity programs. You will serve as the main liaison for game operations, collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver safe, high-quality experiences for spectators and participants.

You will oversee part-time staff, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with NCAA, Conference, and university policies,