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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