Manager – Venue Security – Planning & Operations

Manager – Venue Security – Planning & Operations

Requirements

• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a fast-paced, venue safety/security position.
• 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.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with members of the Safety and Security Team, Event Management, Transportation, Logistics, Venue Partners, and Public Safety Agencies, develop venue-based security 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 private vendors) to create unified and integrated security plans.
• Develop and integrate plans for Pre-Games Test Events with key stakeholders.
• Serve as the main point of contact/liaison for the Safety & Security Department with key functional areas, Venue contacts, government/public safety agencies, as required.
• Contribute to risk and 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.
• Act as the primary representative of the Safety and Security Department, oversee and deliver the LA28 approved Security Operation Plan at assigned Venue(s) and ensure adherence to all approved LA28 Policies and Procedures at the Venue at Games time.
• Oversee private security partners during the pre-Games period at Venues and construction sites.
• Complete incident reports and daily status reports as required.
• Act as the primary liaison between LA28 Functional Areas, assigned Public Safety and Security Agencies, and the Safety and Security Department, as assigned.
• Foster collaboration, teamwork and information-sharing.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including law enforcement agencies, regulatory entities, state/regional traffic management organizations, and service providers.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in private security management, event security, specifically international, multi-sport events preferred.
• Experience working with the federal, state or local government is preferred.
• Experience in event security planning or large-scale project management is preferred.
• Passion for sports, community engagement, or involvement in large-scale events.