Services Lead, Modern Pentathlon

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. Services Lead, Modern Pentathlon Position Summary Within this division, LA28 is looking for a Modern Pentathlon Services Lead. Under the authority of the Modern Pentathlon Sport Manager, the Sport Services Lead is responsible for the planning, organization, coordination, and management of the administrative functions of Modern Pentathlon events (Fencing, Swimming, Obstacle, and Laser Run) at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games The Sport Services Lead will need to relay and facilitate critical services for key stakeholder groups, such as athletes, the Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM), and technical officials. They will also coordinate sports information with the various divisions of LA28, participate in the planning and operations of multi-discipline test events, coordinate the recruitment of sports staff, as well as the recruitment and training of the specialized volunteers needed for competitions in their sport. Key Responsibilities Pre Games Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and be the dedicated sport contact person in organizing visits from the Union Internationale de Pentathlon Moderne (UIPM) in coordination with the Services Team and Head of Competition Management. Act as the dedicated sports contact for coordinating services-related matters with the UIPM, including accommodation, transportation, accreditation, and hospitality. Advocate for and coordinate all sport stakeholders’ services including Modern Pentathlon Athletes, Technical Officials, UIPM Staff and UIPM guests. Create and ensure organized follow-up of the sharing of databases related to key topics of the Sport Delivery Plan between the UIPM and the various departments of LA28. Serve as the primary point of contact for NOC services teams to establish an effective communication channel in preparation for their visits and information requests. Support the Modern Pentathlon Sport Manager to ensure that all operational procedures and processes of LA28 are understood and followed. Collaborate with the Modern Pentathlon Sport Manager and the head of technical operations for the coordination of the teams and administrative operations: monitoring, updating, and sharing the database and various resource documents, planning management, and of the organization, team meetings, etc., across the complex, multi-discipline venue footprint. Work closely with the Sport Manager, the technical operations lead, the National Federation (USA Pentathlon), and the LA28 Workforce team to recruit, train, and ensure the operational management of sport-specific volunteers. Collaborate with the Sport Manager and the technical operations lead to recruit, train, and deploy the team responsible for delivering the Fencing, Swimming, Obstacle, and Laser Run competitions. Work closely with the Sport Manager,…