Strategic Projects Lead, US Open Operations

USTA National Campus; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work model

Wellness program

Commuter benefits

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

The USTA National Campus is seeking an experienced events professional to manage special projects at the National Tennis Center. You will support the COO, NTC, and Managing Director, Event Services, coordinating vendors and ensuring successful outcomes for high-profile activations.

You will plan capital projects, oversee foodservice programs for US Open, and drive after-action reporting with actionable recommendations, while partnering with multiple internal teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Event Management.
• A bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Business, or related field is required.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills; strong logistics understanding.

Responsibilities

• Assist COO, NTC, and Managing Director in planning and executing special projects.
• Manage vendors and agencies to develop, troubleshoot, and complete projects on- and off-site.
• Implement and manage structural and operational needs for US Open Sponsor Activations.
• Research, analyze, and summarize After Action Reports with corrective actions.
• Organize and monitor all phases of capital project work.
• Develop year-round foodservice program improvements for US Open and NTC.

Skills

Event Management

Planning & Coordinating

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Sports Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The USTA National Campus is seeking an experienced events professional to manage special projects at the National Tennis Center. You will support the COO, NTC, and Managing Director, Event Services, coordinating vendors and ensuring successful outcomes for high-profile activations.

You will plan capital projects, oversee foodservice programs for US Open, and drive after-action reporting with actionable recommendations, while partnering with multiple internal teams.