Senior Manager, Uniforms & Accreditation

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

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. 

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, Uniforms & Accreditation: 

The Senior Manager, Uniforms & Accreditation, will be a key leader of the LA28 Uniforms & Accreditation team, responsible for delivering uniforms and end-to-end accreditation across the entire LA28 workforce, including paid staff, volunteers, and contractors/service providers. Reporting to the SVP, HR, Games Prep & Delivery, the incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Security, Logistics, Consumer Products, Design, and commercial teams, amongst others, as well as within the People team, and with other key stakeholders in crafting and delivering the uniform and accreditation programs for LA28.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the People team’s lead for the Uniforms and Accreditation programs for LA28 by managing and leading the strategic and operational work required to support the workforce during Games time.
• Maintain shared responsibility for accurate forecasts for business assets and uniforms and timely reporting.
• Lead and manage cross functional communication across the Organization including sharing pertinent information, figures, and operational plans with key internal Functional Area partners.
• Participate actively in partnership and workshops with the Technology team to ensure systems, platforms, apps, and other tools are designed with Uniforms and Accreditation requirements at the forefront and assist with operationalizing the technology platforms to deliver the Games.
• Lead the development of strategy and operational approach for uniform distribution and accreditation management across the Games time footprint.
• Work closely with Workforce Planning function to monitor and meet critical milestones, including design, ordering, and other key deadlines.
• Identify, register, and issue accreditation to all members of the Games Workforce (paid staff, volunteers, contractors, service providers, security, and other identified populations).
• Develop and implement of accreditation policies and procedures pertinent to the Games Workforce populations.
• Working in close partnership with other LA28 FAs, determine access privileges based on role and function, ensuring consistency and equity and establish a validation and sign off process with FAs.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including LA28 leadership and relevant government authorities to coordinate the implementation of security processes for Games Workforce, including but not limited to timelines for security risk assessments.
• Coordinate the workforce accreditation process across the Workforce dedicated venues within the Games time footprint.
• Plan and implement issue resolution procedures.
• Support the accreditation system configuration and testing as required (functions, privilege matrix, etc.).
• Maintain and monitor inventory throughout product lifecycle(s) and ensure smooth operation of distribution and accreditation centers.
• Develop and support dissolution process for key assets and facilities.
• Work within the People team to define any uniform and/or accreditation training requirements, and related materials; assist in the delivery of collateral and training as required.
• Local travel may be required to support Games time deliverables.
• Shift work will be required leading up to and during Games time.

Background & Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree, preferably with a specialization in business, supply chain management, or related field - or equivalent work experience.
• Prior Games or global event experience required.
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Physical Requirements:

• Working in an open office environment, on-site 4-5 days per week
• Sitting/Standing: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a desk or computer.
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in typing and using office equipment, including computers, printers, and phones.
• Ability to move and lift 10-15lbs boxes, as needed, leading up to and during Games time.
• Occasional travel within the Southern California region for site visits, meetings, and other required operational activities.

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.