Executive Leader, World-Class Event Operations

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority seeks a VP of Event Operations to provide strategic leadership for world-class events at the Las Vegas Convention Center campus. You will oversee Facility Services, Convention Services, Guest Experience, and Traffic, ensuring safe, high-quality execution for clients and attendees.

You will build and lead a high-performing team, set standards, and manage budgets to deliver exceptional guest experiences while coordinating with security, public safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, hospitality, facilities management, or related field.
• 12+ years in event operations, including 5+ years in leadership roles in complex venues.
• Proven ability to lead multiple operational departments and manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and programs.
• Advanced expertise in event operations, facility management, guest services, and campus traffic planning.
• Experience using technology, metrics, and financial oversight to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an event operations strategy aligned with mission and priorities.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing leadership team across key functions.
• Set department goals, service standards, budgets, and staffing plans.
• Oversee guest experiences across facility readiness, setup, and traffic flow for safe, timely events.
• Direct convention services operations, floor management, exhibitor services, and day-of-event planning.
• Lead guest experience programs, wayfinding, and digital touchpoints for seamless attendee journeys.
• Partner with clients, show organizers, exhibitors, and internal teams to deliver unified events.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

AI tool familiarity

MS Office

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority seeks a VP of Event Operations to provide strategic leadership for world-class events at the Las Vegas Convention Center campus. You will oversee Facility Services, Convention Services, Guest Experience, and Traffic, ensuring safe, high-quality execution for clients and attendees.

You will build and lead a high-performing team, set standards, and manage budgets to deliver exceptional guest experiences while coordinating with security, public safety,