Lane Events Center Operations Supervisor

LaneHelp; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane Events Center in Eugene, Oregon seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead a team responsible for event setup, teardown, and custodial services, ensuring smooth operations and safe, welcoming spaces for clients and guests. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating with clients and vendors, and driving improvements in service delivery.

As part of the leadership team, you will manage daily facilities operations, monitor budgets, and assist with strategic planning to enhance efficiency and

Qualifications

• Eight years of education and/or experience in facilities maintenance, upkeep, or a related trade.
• At least one year of experience in a supervisory, management, or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop staff: supervise event setup, teardown, and custodial teams, including scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Coordinate event operations with clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful preparation, execution, and cleanup.
• Oversee facility readiness: maintain cleanliness, safety, equipment, and operations within budget.
• Manage facility improvements: coordinate construction, renovation, and maintenance with contractors and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities for greater efficiency and implement improvements that enhance client and guest experience.

Skills

Staff supervision

Facilities operations

Event coordination

Budget awareness

Job description

About the Position

The Lane Events Center is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the team that keeps our facilities running smoothly and events on track. From large community gatherings to smaller private events, this position plays an essential role in creating safe, welcoming, and well-prepared spaces for clients, vendors, and guests.

As a member of the leadership team, you'll oversee daily facility operations, supervise staff, coordinate event support, and help improve how we deliver services. This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys managing people, solving problems, and working in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and develop staff: Supervise employees responsible for event setup, teardown, and custodial services, including scheduling, hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Coordinate event operations: Partner with event coordinators, clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful event preparation, execution, and cleanup.
• Oversee facility readiness: Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, equipment, and facility operations while managing supplies and resources within budget.
• Manage facility improvements: Coordinate construction, renovation, and maintenance projects with contractors and internal teams.
• Improve operations: Contribute to strategic planning, identify opportunities for greater efficiency, and implement improvements that enhance the client and guest experience.

About the Lane Events Center:

The Lane Events Center is the hub for events in Lane County. Lane Events Center (LEC) produces the annual Lane County Fair, as well as hosts a variety of other events within its eighteen facilities. Such events have included large flat shows, job fairs, conferences, trade shows, markets, retail sales, sporting events and more.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Education, Experience & Special Requirements:

*This is a non-represented position* Eight years of education and/or experience in facilities maintenance, upkeep, or a specialized maintenance or construction trade, including one year of experience in a supervisory, management, or leadership role; or a combination sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Desirable Qualifications:

Three years of progressively responsible experience related to the operations of a facility such as the Lane Events Center.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.