Senior Manager, Venue Security

LA28; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 is seeking a Senior Manager, Venue Security (Planning & Ops) to lead strategic security planning and operations for a cluster of Olympic/Paralympic venues in Los Angeles. The role requires coordinating across internal teams, public safety agencies, and external partners to ensure secure, efficient game operations.

The position demands 7+ years in fast-paced venue security, strong leadership, and exceptional communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in a fast-paced venue safety/security position.
• 3-5 years of personnel supervisory/management experience.
• Experience in cross-functional security planning and collaboration.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; proactive problem solving.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making.
• Experience in event security, ideally for international multi-sport events.
• Experience working with federal, state, or local government is preferred.
• Experience in multi-venue event security planning or large-scale project management is preferred.
• Passion for sports, community engagement, or involvement in large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Develop venue-based security plans in collaboration with Safety and Security Team.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to create unified security plans.
• Develop and integrate plans for Pre-Games Test Events.
• Serve as main liaison for Safety & Security with key stakeholders.
• Contribute to risk and venue assessments and mitigation.
• Ensure adherence to regulations and international best practices.
• Oversee and deliver LA28 approved Security Operations Plans for assigned venues.
• Assist with recruitment for Venue Security Managers.
• Supervise and guide Venue Security Managers within the cluster.
• Maintain regular status and incident reports.
• Chair planning meetings and draft policy documents.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Security planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Senior Manager, Venue Security (PLANNING & OPS):

TheSenior Manager, Venue SecurityPlanning & Operations,will play a pivotal, early role, as a key member ofasmall,professionalanddiverseSafety and SecurityTeam.TheVenueClusterManager, Security,willwork collaboratively with a broad team of stakeholders on the designandsecurityoperating plansforaclusterof Olympic Venues.TheVCMwill ensure that all designs and plans areintegrated into the overall Games Security Plans and Games Operational Plans.This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills who can work collaboratively with multiplefunctional areas (departments,)government and public safetyagencies, and a diverse set ofstakeholders to ensure the highest levels of security and operational efficiency during the Games.The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills.This position reports to the Director, Venue Security.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Integration:

• In collaboration withmembers of the Safety and SecurityTeam,key LA28 Functional Areas (FAs,) includingEvent Management, Transportation, Logistics,Venue Partners, and Public Safety Agencies, developvenue-basedsecurity plans that provide the highest level of Security while minimizing impacts to critical event operations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners (law enforcement, transportation authorities, emergency services, and privatecontractors and suppliers) to create unifiedand integratedsecurityplans.
• Develop and integrate plans forPre-GamesTest Eventswith key stakeholders.
• Serve as the main point of contact/liaison for the Safety & Security Departmentwith key functional areas, Venuecontacts, government/public safety agencies, asrequired.
• Contribute to riskand Venue assessments to identify vulnerabilities, develop mitigation strategies, and oversee implementation of approved security plans.
• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as international best practices for event security.

Operational Coordination:

• Act as the primary representative of the Safety and Security Department, oversee and deliver the LA28 approved Security Operations Plans at assigned Venue(s) and ensure adherence to all approved LA28 Policies and Procedures at Olympic and Paralympic Venues at Games time.
• Assist with recruitment for the Venue Security Managers and Deputy Venue Security Managers in an assigned cluster of Venues.
• Supervise and provide guidance to the Venue Security Managers and Deputy Venue Security Managers within the assigned Venue Cluster.
• Complete regular status reports, incident reports, and project status reports as required. As a key member of the planning team, this position will also take on other assigned tasks as required.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary liaison between LA28 Functional Areas, Public Safety and Security Agencies, and the Safety and Security Department, as assigned.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including law enforcement agencies, regulatory entities, state/regional traffic management organizations, and service providers.

ProjectManagement:

• Chair planning meetings or working groups, as assigned, to ensure timely delivery of milestones and deliverables.
• Complete regular status reports, draft and share meeting notes and agendas, and draft policy and procedure documents, as required.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in a fast-paced, venue safety/security position.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of personnel supervisory/management experience.
• Experience in cross functional security planning and collaboration.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to co‑creation and collaborative decision‑making
• Experience in event security, specifically international, multi‑sport events is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with the federal, state or local government is preferred.
• Experience in multi‑Venue event security planning or large‑scale project management is preferred.
• Passion for sports, community engagement, or involvement in large-scale events.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office.
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is an open‑floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.
• Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000-$140,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.

At LA2028, Inclusion is a core pillar of our values and behaviors. We seek out and embrace diversity of all forms, respect and value different perspectives, and strive to build a team that reflects our community. This section of the application process helps us strengthen our hiring practices by mitigating unconscious bias through anonymous data collection.