Remote National Event Operations Manager

NASCAR Event Management, LLC.; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NASCAR is seeking an experienced Manager, San Diego Event Operations, to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of special event operations. You will oversee complex initiatives, venue operations, and cross‑functional projects delivering top‑notch experiences for fans, partners, and stakeholders.

The role requires extensive travel (up to 75%), an initial 1–3 month deployment in San Diego, and ongoing nationwide support for NASCAR's special events.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience in event operations, venue management, hospitality operations, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading large‑scale live events, complex operational initiatives, and cross‑functional projects.
• Experience in professional sports, motorsports, or live entertainment preferred.
• Strong strategic planning, project management, budgeting, and resource allocation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of NASCAR special events and select organizational initiatives.
• Support planning and execution of the Anduril 250 NASCAR Cup Series event at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego.
• Oversee venue readiness, event logistics, production schedules, and on‑site operations.
• Provide operational leadership throughout all phases of events, including planning, setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Develop and manage event budgets, project timelines, resource allocation, and priorities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, optimize spending, and improve efficiency and performance.

Skills

Event operations

Venue management

Hospitality operations

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

NASCAR is seeking an experienced Manager, San Diego Event Operations, to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of special event operations. You will oversee complex initiatives, venue operations, and cross‑functional projects delivering top‑notch experiences for fans, partners, and stakeholders.

The role requires extensive travel (up to 75%), an initial 1–3 month deployment in San Diego, and ongoing nationwide support for NASCAR's special events.