Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Position Overview

Serving as a member of the OC Fair & Event Center's executive management team, the Chief Operating Officer provides strategic direction for the organization by working with executive management as well as the Board of Directors to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies. The Chief Operating Officer provides leadership to guide OCFEC's operations functions in support of the organization's mission, vision, operational core values and strategic priorities.

Lead all operational departments to execute the organization's five-year strategic plan and support OCFEC's mission

Translate the Board's vision into effective growth strategies and actionable operational plans to ensure long-term success and financial strength

Provide executive oversight for all operational functions including Facilities, Maintenance, Safety, Security, Event Operations, Event Services, Concessions, Planning, Production, Fair Execution and Master Site Planning

Recommend and implement policies and operational improvements that enhance efficiency, effectiveness and accountability

Serve as chief operational advisor to the CEO and contribute to organization-wide policy and strategic decision-making as a key member of the executive team

Establish and monitor operational and financial controls, ensuring proper asset stewardship and budget compliance

Develop and manage annual budgets, capital expenditures and a rolling five-year capital improvement plan

Oversee master site planning and capital projects in partnership with the California Construction Authority and the Facilities Committee

Deliver timely, accurate reports to the CEO and Board regarding facilities, site development, fair planning and key operational initiatives

Drive sustainability and environmental management initiatives including water conservation, green practices and utility cost savings

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