Senior Associate, City Operations

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. 

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. 

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. 

Senior Associate, City Operations:

The Senior Associate, City Operations is a key member of the City Operations team, supporting the integrated planning and coordination of municipal services  to deliver the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The role works closely with internal functional teams and external municipal partners to support operational planning efforts across competition and non-competition venues. 

Reporting to a Manager of City Operations, the Senior Associate supports the development of operational plans, contributes analytical and coordination support, and helps ensure alignment across stakeholders to enable effective Games-time execution. 

Key Responsibilities:

Cross-Functional Planning & Strategy 

• Conduct financial, operational, and strategic analysis to inform City Operations planning and decision-making.


• Support organization-wide planning activities, including annual operating plans, budgeting, and operations planning documentation.


• Assist in managing sequencing, timelines, and inputs for the City Operations team. 

City Operations External Coordination 

• Support cross-partner planning sessions by preparing materials, capturing decisions, and tracking follow-ups.


• Support the development of integrated city service operational plans and legal agreements by coordinating inputs across internal teams and external municipal partners.


• Assist in building and maintaining working relationships with municipal partners, delivery counterparts, and subject-matter experts. 

Internal Integration & Support 

• Support readiness activities, including tabletop exercises, simulations, and preparation for Games-time operations.


• Coordinate with teams across the organization (e.g., Transportation, Security, Logistics, Venue Management) to support alignment across operational planning activities.


• Contribute to budget planning and organizational design efforts for the City Operations function. 

Background & Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in planning and operational roles and/or 2+ years in management consulting


• Experience working in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment and in balancing multiple assignments with competing timelines


• Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel  

Position Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to work on-site in an open office environment based in Los Angeles, CA


• Primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting, working on a computer, and attending virtual or in-person meetings.


• Occasional travel to various city locations, partner meetings, and Games venues may be required.


• Possible site visits to evaluate city infrastructure and services, requiring walking, standing, and outdoor exposure. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience 

Expectations:

Operational Planning Expertise 

• Experience creating and maintaining strategic and long-range operational plans


• Understanding of event planning in collaboration with multiple external stakeholders


• Demonstrated expertise supporting cross-functional resources, competing timelines and complex processes considered a plus 

Leadership and Stakeholder Management Expertise 

• A collaborative mindset: someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance, adaptability and mutual respect


• External stakeholder relationship management expertise: experience working with public sector constituents preferred


• Professional demeanor with experience supporting senior executives, including ability to package and communicate insights gleaned in a relevant, cohesive, and succinct manner 

Problem-Solving and Organizational Skills 

• Strategic thinking and analytical/modeling capabilities to inform business decisions


• Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills


• Ability to function effectively and contribute in a fast-paced, highly fluid environment


• Self-starter with the ability to work independently to resolve issues, and experience in defining tasks, seeking timely feedback, and continuously evolving work

The annual base salary range for this position is $73,000.00 - $98,000.00. 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 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. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.