Event Operations Lead: On-Site Coordinator & Parks Support

Center City District; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Center City District in Philadelphia is seeking a hands-on Event Operations Team Lead to coordinate and support both large- and small-scale public events within Center City districts. This role oversees event preparation, execution, and post-event operations on-site to ensure timelines, safety standards, and quality outcomes.

During non-event periods, you will assist the Parks Operations team with preventive maintenance and park improvement projects, while also supervising staff, arranging

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience leading or supporting event operations, facilities, parks, or field-based teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to perform basic repairs, equipment adjustments, and preventive maintenance.
• Strong attention to safety, detail, and organization.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience operating vehicles, trailers, or equipment in public or park environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, setup, execution, and breakdown of large and small public events.
• Serve as on-site lead and primary point of contact during assigned events, coordinating staff, internal teams, and vendors as needed.
• Prepare event equipment, materials, and infrastructure in advance of scheduled events.
• Transport, load, unload, and arrange event equipment including tables, chairs, barricades, tents, staging, and related materials.
• Ensure proper storage, cleaning, minor repairs, and readiness of all event assets following each event.
• Take ownership of event operations from start to finish, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality standards are met.
• Supervise and manage event staff during event operations.
• Support Open Streets programs, rentals, marketing activations, and sponsored events.
• Assist with site preparation, layout execution, space conversions, and post-event restoration.
• Support the Parks Operations team with preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and park-related projects during non-event periods.
• Report equipment damage, facility issues, or safety concerns promptly.
• Follow all organizational safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and operational policies.

Skills

Event coordination

Team leadership

Heavy lifting

Vehicle operation

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ford F-250 operation

Meridian trailer operation

Job description

Center City District in Philadelphia is seeking a hands-on Event Operations Team Lead to coordinate and support both large- and small-scale public events within Center City districts. This role oversees event preparation, execution, and post-event operations on-site to ensure timelines, safety standards, and quality outcomes.

During non-event periods, you will assist the Parks Operations team with preventive maintenance and park improvement projects, while also supervising staff, arranging