Venue Operations Lead for Major Center Events

Obama Foundation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Obama Foundation is seeking a Senior Associate, OPC Venue Management, to coordinate and execute complex events at the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park. You will serve as the onsite Venue Manager, overseeing operations from load-in to event close and coordinating with multiple OPC teams.

This term-based, onsite role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends and a hospitality-driven approach to guest experience. EOE. Visit https://www.obama.org/careers/ for details.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in event operations, hospitality, or venue operations.
• Regular evening/weekend hours required.
• Experience supporting onsite event execution or guest services.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Onsite at the Obama Presidential Center; mobility across campus.

Responsibilities

• Manage event intake, feasibility, and scheduling.
• Review details with hosts to ensure OPC standards.
• Coordinate with Facilities, Security, Visitor Experience for MEOs.
• Serve as Venue Manager during events.
• Resolve issues quickly to maintain seamless environment.

Skills

Event operations

Hospitality

Organizational skills

Communication

Onsite event execution

Tools

Infor

Asana

Job description

The Obama Foundation is seeking a Senior Associate, OPC Venue Management, to coordinate and execute complex events at the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park. You will serve as the onsite Venue Manager, overseeing operations from load-in to event close and coordinating with multiple OPC teams.

This term-based, onsite role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends and a hospitality-driven approach to guest experience. EOE. Visit https://www.obama.org/careers/ for details.