The Washington Commanders are seeking Operations Leads at Northwest Stadium. This seasonal part-time, event-based role is responsible to lead a team of Operations Assistants in set up, execution, conversion, and breakdown for events hosted at Northwest Stadium. These events include internal meetings, externally sold events, Commanders home games, concerts, and more. An ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a positive and professional attitude, a knack for diligence and organization, and a willingness to learn. Looking to add individuals who are able to function in a fast-paced, multi-task setting to assist the Operations Department in executing a successful 2026 football and events season!
Responsibilities:
- Effectively lead part-time employees.
- Review conversion tasks, outlines, and schedules daily to ensure that all requirements are clear and the expectations of the set up are understood.
- Work within established operating procedures for facility maintenance and event conversions, for the specific needs of the facility and event.
- Execute event preparation duties including (but not limited to) setting up tables, chairs, tents, pipe-and-drape, stages, stanchions, signage, and bike rack with attention to safety and security.
- Maintain, organize, and inventory all conversion-related equipment and storage areas.
- Respond to requests from management, vendors, guests, event organizers/planners, and team representatives in a timely manner.
- Lead by example exhibiting the team's core values and display a high standard of performance and the ability to communicate these expectations to the team to achieve excellent results.
- Other related tasks as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Must be age 18 or above with a high school diploma or equivalent education
- Ability to lift 25 lbs., 50 lbs., and 80 lbs. regularly
- Ability to perform duties proactively and collaboratively required
- Flexible schedule and availability to work nights, weekends, holidays
- Availability to work all 10 Washington Commanders home games
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and multitasking skills required
- Ability to anticipate, plan, recommend, implement, and follow through with tasks required
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Preferred
- Associates degree or higher
- Supervisory experience
- Previous experience within a sports or events field
- Forklift certified
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.