Lane Events Center Operations Supervisor

Salary: $84,177.60 - $115,232.00 Annually
Location : Lane Events Center - Fairgrounds, OR
Job Type: Regular
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Division: PW Lane Events Cntr & Fairgrds
Opening Date: 10/22/2026
Closing Date: 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt

DESCRIPTION
About the Position
The Lane Event Center (LEC) Operations Supervisor plays a key leadership role in delivering successful events and exceptional client experiences. This front-line supervisory position leads and coordinates staff responsible for event setup, teardown, and custodial services, ensuring the facility is clean, safe, well-maintained, and ready to meet the needs of clients and guests.

Employee Leadership and Operations: The Operations Supervisor provides daily leadership, direction, and support to staff, establishing work priorities and coordinating assignments to ensure efficient operations and continuity between shifts. Responsibilities include developing work schedules based on event requirements and facility needs; recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, and disciplining employees; resolving workplace issues and complaints; and fostering a productive, service-oriented team environment.

Event Coordination and Customer Service: Working closely with Event Coordinators, clients, vendors, contractors, maintenance personnel, and management, the Operations Supervisor coordinates operational needs before, during, and after events. This position ensures staff, equipment, and facility resources are aligned to deliver high-quality service and a positive experience for clients and guests.

Facility Management and Safety: The Operations Supervisor oversees facility readiness, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance, ensuring established quality and safety standards are consistently met. The position also manages operational supplies and equipment within allocated budgets to support effective and reliable service delivery.

Project Oversight and Strategic Leadership: As a member of the facility's leadership team, the Operations Supervisor oversees construction and renovation projects in collaboration with contractors, maintenance personnel, and management to support facility improvements and operational needs. This position contributes to strategic planning, identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery, and promotes innovation and positive organizational change to enhance facility operations and the overall client and guest experience.

**YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A COVER LETTER FOR THIS POSITION. If not attached, your application will not be considered.**IMPORTANT: In your cover letter, we ask that you respond to the following questions. Please ensure that your cover letter explicitly addresses these questions and highlights specific experience, responsibilities, and skills obtained. Your cover letter will be reviewed independently from you application. NOTE: In your responses, be sure to identify the number of the question you are answering.

1. Please describe your supervisory-related experience in the areas of recruitment, performance management, conflict resolution, staff training, and the prioritization and scheduling of work. If applicable, be sure to note where this experience involved working with / supervising union-represented employees. (33 pts)
2. Please describe your experience working at an Events Center or at a similar type facility. In your answer, be sure to include a description of the types of buildings and events at the facility, as well as how frequently the facility is used. (33 pts)
3. Please describe your overall experience planning, supervising, and otherwise administering custodial services for a facility; both on a routine basis and during special (heavy traffic) events. In your answer, be sure to touch on areas such as scheduling staff, assigning work, procuring equipment and supplies, resolving issues, creating operational policies or procedures (cleaning-related rules); handling unexpected issues; etc. (34 pts)

About the DivisionLANE EVENTS CENTER: The Lane Events Center is the hub for events in Lane County. Lane Events Center (LEC) produces the annual Lane County Fair, as well as hosts a variety of other events within its eighteen facilities. Such events have included large flat shows, job fairs, conferences, trade shows, markets, retail sales, sporting events and more.
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Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*This is a non-represented position*
QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience & Special Requirements:

• Eight years of education and/or experience in facilities maintenance, upkeep, or a specialized maintenance or construction trade, including one year of experience in a supervisory, management, or leadership role; or a combination sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Three years of progressively responsible experience related to the operations of a facility such as the Lane Events Center.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Facilities Supervisor
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.
Collective Bargaining Units:
Admin-Pro
AFSCME
AFSCME Nurses
AFSCME Physicians
FOPPO
LCPOA
Local 626
Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically
Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2026 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA:

For eligible members of unions LCPOA, 626, Admin Pro, and AFSCME Physicians $1,700 for individual coverage and $3,400 for family coverage.

For eligible members of unions AFSCME General, AFSCME Nurses, FOPPO, PAA, and non-represented employees $1,600 for individual coverage and $3,200 for family coverage. Those who complete the requirements to receive the Live Well Credit by November 30, 2026, will receive an additional contribution of $400 individual or $800 family, funded in 2027.

These amounts are prorated based on date of hire.

All eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.

Disability - Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:
New Year's Day

Independence Day
Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday

Labor Day
Presidents' Day

Veterans' Day
Memorial Day

Thanksgiving Day
Juneteenth

Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.
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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

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I acknowledge that I have fully completed my application AND attached the required cover letter as instructed in the posting by addressing the questions included in the posting description. Please Note: Your cover letter will reviewed and scored independently from your application.

• I agree
• I disagree (please note; by not attaching the required documentation your application will not be referred for further consideration.)

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Are you currently receiving PERS retiree benefits?

• Yes
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