Ancillary Events Manager

About Us

Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy are united by a shared mission of winning together through development. We are committed to creating exceptional experiences on and off the field by investing in people, processes, and world-class venues. If you’re passionate about live events, operations, and creating memorable fan and community experiences, we invite you to grow your career with Utah Soccer.

Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Event Operations, the Event Manager plays a key role in ensuring the successful planning and execution of ancillary events at America First Field year-round. This position is responsible for coordinating event operations for private rentals, special events, and large-scale productions, working closely with the Booking Team and internal and external partners. The Event Manager oversees event planning, staffing, logistics, budgets, and on-site execution, and may support major gameday operations alongside the broader Event Operations team.

This role requires flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and event days, based on venue and event needs.

Responsibilities Include

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  Generate and execute comprehensive event operations plans for all ancillary events at America First Field, including private rentals, meetings, parties, concerts, and professional sporting events.

  
  


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  Conduct pre-event and post-event meetings, walkthroughs, and operational reviews to ensure seamless execution.

  
  


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  Collaborate closely with the Booking Team and other internal and external partners on event logistics and planning.

  
  


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  Coordinate and staff all required event personnel, including event managers, security, food and beverage, custodial, facilities, engineering, competitions staff, and vendors.

  
  


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  Oversee ancillary event budgets and ensure financial accountability.

  
  


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  Assist with gameday operations as needed for major events, including Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC matches.

  
  


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  Support daily operational needs at America First Field.

  
  


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  Assist with equipment movement, setup, teardown, and storage for all events.

  
  


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  Ensure the general upkeep and cleanliness of operational and event spaces throughout the stadium.

  
  


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  Participate in stadium improvement and upgrade projects.

  
  


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  Collaborate closely with the America First Field Operations team to promote efficient and safe venue operations.

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

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  Minimum of two (2) years of event management experience in professional sports, venues, hospitality, or a related field.

  
  


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  Valid driver’s license.

  
  


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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

  
  


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  Professional, friendly demeanor with a strong service mindset.

  
  


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  Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

  
  


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  Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  
  


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  Proven ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

  
  


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  Availability to work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules as required.

  
  


• Able to successfully pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.


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  Master’s degree.

  
  


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  Three (3) to five (5) years of event management experience.

  
  


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  Knowledge of or experience with A/V operations and/or stagehand operations.

  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position regularly requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, typing, and working in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Employees must regularly lift and/or push up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push more than 50 pounds. Work may occur in varying weather conditions and during extended event hours.