Events Technical Team Lead

Larimer County; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(a) retirement plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Larimer County's The Ranch in Loveland, CO seeks a Technical Support Team Lead to supervise on-site tech operations, support staff, and coordinate with County IT. You will install and maintain servers, networks, AV gear, phones and radios to keep daily operations and events running smoothly.

This full-time role requires six+ years in system/network administration and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in system and/or network administration.
• Four (4) years of experience as a network and systems administrator.
• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent combinations of education and/or experience.
• Possession of a valid Drivers' License by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to assigned staff.
• Install, configure, maintain, patch, optimize, and upgrade server and client operating systems and enterprise software applications across multiple hardware platforms.
• Plan, assign, and schedule crew work activities, ensuring audio/visual equipment, supplies, and required safety equipment are available to support operations.
• Lead capacity planning, system design, and technology forecasting. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend hardware and software standards, policies, and procurement solutions.
• Manage relationships with vendors, network carriers, managed service providers, audio/visual contractors, and production partners. Monitor service delivery, evaluate performance, and ensure contract compliance.
• Oversee technical operations for events, including audio/visual staging, equipment placement, labor and timeline estimates, and crew coordination. Identify and resolve on‑site technical and logistical challenges.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure external network connections, wide area network (WAN) links, and internet gateways in compliance with established security standards.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Project management

Analytical thinking

Performance metrics

Multi-project coordination

Availability

Office software

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AV equipment

Enterprise software

Server/OS administration

Networking hardware

Job description

Join the Larimer County Fairgrounds/The Ranch as a Technical Support Team Lead! In this role, you’ll help keep The Ranch’s technology running smoothly to support daily operations and events. You’ll provide on-site technical support for computers, audiovisual equipment, phones, radios, and other essential technology. Responsibilities include troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining equipment, assisting staff and event teams, and coordinating with County Information Technology to ensure reliable technology support across the complex. At The Ranch in Loveland, CO, we're not just another venue; we're a dynamic hub of entertainment, events, and community engagement. As a member of our team, you'll find yourself at the heart of an operation that seamlessly orchestrates everything from thrilling concerts and captivating trade shows to heartwarming community gatherings and adrenaline-pumping rodeos. Working here isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something truly special, where every day brings new challenges and exciting experiences. Whether you're coordinating logistics behind the scenes, delighting guests with exceptional service, or contributing creatively to our diverse range of events, you'll be immersed in a fast‑paced environment where innovation and passion collide. Join us at The Ranch and embark on a journey where your skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a real difference.

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Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to assigned staff, including coordinating daily activities and overseeing work performance.
• Install, configure, maintain, patch, optimize, and upgrade server and client operating systems and enterprise software applications across multiple hardware platforms.
• Plan, assign, and schedule crew work activities, ensuring audio/visual equipment, supplies, and required safety equipment are available to support operations.
• Lead capacity planning, system design, and technology forecasting. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend hardware and software standards, policies, and procurement solutions.
• Manage relationships with vendors, network carriers, managed service providers, audio/visual contractors, and production partners. Monitor service delivery, evaluate performance, and ensure contract compliance.
• Oversee technical operations for events, including audio/visual staging, equipment placement, labor and timeline estimates, and crew coordination. Identify and resolve on‑site technical and logistical challenges.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure external network connections, wide area network (WAN) links, and internet gateways in compliance with established security standards.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Events_Technical_Team_Lead .

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in using common business software and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, virtual meeting platforms, collaboration tools, and databases.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills related to Layer 2 and Layer 3 network technologies.
• Knowledge of project management principles and techniques, including work breakdown structures, cost estimating, scheduling, resource allocation, variance analysis, and critical path management.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with performance measurement, evaluating service delivery, and identifying opportunities to improve customer service.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement multiple large-scale and/or complex projects simultaneously.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in system and/or network administration, a directly related field, or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required
• Four (4) years of experience as a network and systems administrator required.
• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent combinations of education and/or experience, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Possession of a valid Drivers' License by date of hire required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD'D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

Schedule

This is a full‑time position working 40 hours per week, with a schedule that typically falls on weekdays. Flexibility is required, as occasional weekend and holiday work may be necessary to support events and operational needs.

Other Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.