Senior Manager, Fleet Transportation

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what's next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community's diversity and creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors.

Our Vision is to collectively create what's next by harnessing sport, community and the power of our differences. Our Mission is to create an unparalleled Paralympic and Olympic Games for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people.

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn't easy
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo

Senior Manager, Fleet Transportation:

LA28's Senior Manager, Fleet Transportation will oversee the development and implementation of LA28's Stakeholder Fleet system, a core function of the Games Mobility and Transportation Program, by managing a complex collaboration across LA28's functional areas and external partners while maintaining credibility and ensuring key milestones are met. The Senior Manager, Fleet Transportation will report directly to the Vice President of Transportation while working closely with the leaders across LA28's Functional Areas.

The ideal candidate for the Senior Manager, Fleet Transportation role at LA28 embodies a dynamic mix of professional attributes and personal qualities tailored to drive the Olympic and Paralympic Games' transportation vision forward. This person combines deep technical and operational knowledge in transportation systems with a proven track record in project management and delivery, demonstrating the ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion. With a solution-oriented mindset, they are adept at navigating challenges, always with an eye toward innovative and sustainable event solutions. This individual thrives in diverse, cross-functional environments, leveraging data to inform decisions and strategies. Their approach is characterized by a positive, team-focused attitude, unwavering motivation, and a commitment to excellence, underscoring their role as a catalyst for creating memorable, efficient, and environmentally responsible event experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of LA28's Stakeholder Fleet system, including planning, development, procurement, implementation, delivery, operation, and the expansion of the fleet services group within the Transportation team with assistance from LA28 staff and consultants. Manage and support the demand analysis and fleet requirements estimations for the Games "T" systems. Games "T" systems defined as all vehicles required to transport all Games stakeholders, including, and not limited to, all key Games constituents [e.g., Athletes, Media, International Federation members], spectators, and workforce.
• Lead the procurement and deployment of all Games "T" Fleet systems, in coordination with commercial partners, when applicable.
• Prepare documentation of Games "T" Fleet systems to meet applicable IOC milestones.
• Participate in stakeholder reviews and negotiations for all Games "T" Fleet systems.
• Oversee the operations of all Games "T" Fleet systems before and during Games periods.
• Support the development of LA28's Games Mobility and Transportation Program in collaboration with LA28's internal Functional Areas, external partners, and subject matter experts,
• Provide technical analysis to determine specific operational components of the Games-related transportation components.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, minutes, and presentation decks to support the development and refinement of the spectator and workforce transportation system.
• Participate in meetings with key public agency partners and Federal/State agency staff to obtain funding for critical Games transportation needs.
• Assist in monitoring overall Games transportation milestones and deliverables, as well as assist in providing progress reports and updates to LA28 leadership and/or the IOC.
• Assist in developing, editing, and refining communications materials prepared for or in support of community outreach and engagement activities related to Games transportation.
• Conduct field reviews and participate in site testing and evaluations for specific components of the spectator and workforce transportation system.

Position Requirements & Expectations:

• 7+ years of relevant experience in transportation planning, design, construction, operations, and/or maintenance, particularly as a part of a public transportation agency or event delivery entity, with direct experience developing, deploying, and managing fleet operations for events
• A strong knowledge of transportation planning and operations, with a clear track record of successfully coordinating with multiple agencies and stakeholders to deliver event fleet operations.
• Strong business acumen with exceptional strategic thinking and project management skills.
• Aptitude for prioritizing and planning multi-stakeholder initiatives, providing direction when needed, empowering others, and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Ability to create effective relationships, influence, and collaborate at all organizational levels and across all partner groups.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to educate others on complex technical concepts and to lead, facilitate, and present to large and small groups.
• Ability to gather and assess data and produce technical reports and/or slide decks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Comprehensive understanding of political, socioeconomic, societal, behavioral, and environmental issues that influence transportation to ensure equitable access in fleet operations planning.
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in transportation planning or engineering, urban planning, or related field/equivalent work experience.

Submission Requirements:

• Resume

The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00. 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 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to operating 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. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.