Event Operations Lead: Logistics, Staffing & AV

capital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital University seeks an Events Operations Supervisor to coordinate and execute all event equipment and resources, supporting the Director on large-scale events. The role emphasizes efficient scheduling, high-quality service, and smooth operations for internal and external events.

Responsibilities include staffing, AV coordination with IT, coordinating rentals, and maintaining guest relations, with flexibility for early morning, evening, and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1+ year related experience and/or training
• Supervisory/management experience of at least 10 months required
• Advanced knowledge of conferences and special events preferred
• Proficient knowledge of audio-visual concepts preferred
• Motor vehicle license required
• Able to work collaboratively, with attention to detail and initiative
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines and to work non-traditional hours

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly setup and tear down schedules for staff
• Supervise full-time, part-time, and student staff
• Interview, hire, and train student staff for evenings/weekends
• Coordinate event housekeeping needs with housekeeping services
• Coordinate AV needs with IT department
• Oversee delivery and setup of rental items for events
• Provide outstanding customer service and guest relations
• Learn and use 25Live reporting for reports
• Review monthly inventory

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Event coordination

Scheduling

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

25live

Job description

Capital University seeks an Events Operations Supervisor to coordinate and execute all event equipment and resources, supporting the Director on large-scale events. The role emphasizes efficient scheduling, high-quality service, and smooth operations for internal and external events.

Responsibilities include staffing, AV coordination with IT, coordinating rentals, and maintaining guest relations, with flexibility for early morning, evening, and weekend hours.