Director, Residential Venue Security

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 diverse 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.

Director, Residential Venue Security:

The Director, Residential Venue Security will lead the development and implementation of security strategies for all residential venues of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. This includes the Olympic and Paralympic Athletes’ Village (housing more than 15,000 athletes from around the world), Media Village, Olympic Family Hotel, and other designated accommodation sites. The role requires close collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and effective security operating plans. 

This role will ensure that all designs and plans are integrated into the overall Games Security Plans and Games Operational Plans. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills who can work collaboratively with multiple functional areas (departments,) government and public safety agencies, and a diverse set of stakeholders to ensure the highest levels of security and operational efficiency during the Games. The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized, and detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills.  

This position reports to the Director, Venue Security.    

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Integration: In collaboration with members of the Safety and Security Team, key LA28 Functional Areas (FAs,) including Event Management, Transportation, Logistics, Venue Partners, and Public Safety Agencies, develop venue-based security plans that provide the highest level of Security while minimizing impacts to critical event operations. Security planning will include all elements of physical, electronic/technical, and operational security for LA28 for all assigned Venues. Coordinate with internal teams and external partners (law enforcement, transportation authorities, emergency services, and private contractors and suppliers) to create unified and integrated security plans. Develop and integrate plans for Pre-Games Test Events with key stakeholders. Serve as the main point of contact/liaison for the Safety & Security Department with key functional areas, Venue contacts, government/public safety agencies, as required.   

• Risk Management & Compliance: Contribute to risk and Venue assessments to identify vulnerabilities, develop mitigation strategies, and oversee implementation of approved security plans. Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as international best practices for event security. 

• Operational Coordination: Act as the primary representative of the Safety and Security Department, oversee and deliver the LA28 approved Security Operations Plans at assigned Venue(s) and ensure adherence to all approved LA28 Policies and Procedures at Olympic and Paralympic Venues at Games time. Complete regular status reports, incident reports, and project status reports as required. As a key member of the planning team, this position will also take on other assigned tasks as required. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between LA28 Functional Areas, Public Safety and Security Agencies, and the Safety and Security Department, as assigned. Foster collaboration, teamwork and information-sharing. Manage relationships with external partners, including law enforcement agencies, regulatory entities, state/regional traffic management organizations, and service providers. 

• Project Management: Chair planning meetings or working groups, as assigned, to ensure timely delivery of milestones and deliverables.  Complete regular status reports, draft and share meeting notes and agendas, and draft policy and procedure documents, as required.  

Background & Requirements:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in a fast-paced, venue safety/security position.   
• Experience in cross functional security planning and collaboration.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint.)  
• Experience in event security, specifically international, multi-sport events, is strongly preferred.  
• Experience working with the federal, state or local government is preferred.  
• Experience in multi-Venue event security planning or large-scale project management is preferred. 

Expectations:

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. 
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. 
• Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Passion for sports, community engagement, or involvement in large-scale events. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree Security/Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Project Management, or a related field preferred. 
• Certifications or specialized training in Security, Law Enforcement, Public Safety, and/or Project Management, preferred.  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The position is based in Los Angeles with in-person attendance required.  
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment, employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.  
• During the planning phase, there will be occasional requirements to work long shifts, hours outside of traditional business hours/days to support deliverables and special events, travel, and the 2028 Games. 
• During the planning phase, there will be occasional requirements to support other Venue Security Planning Teams. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $126,000-$180,000. 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.