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Day Of Coordinator for Cycling Event in Bay Area

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Oakland, CA
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    End Date:
    September 13, 2025
    Experience Level:
    Director
    Salary:
    At least USD $5,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Community Development, Environment & Sustainability, Policy

    Description

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as the daily point person for event management and execution
    • Develop and manage comprehensive event timeline with deadlines for pre-event administration, marketing initiatives, and day-of logistics
    • Secure all necessary permits and approvals from municipal authorities
    • Create and oversee detailed budgets, providing regular financial accounting
    • Coordinate course logistics including:
      • Route marking and signage implementation
      • Aid station placement and scheduling
      • Support vehicle (SAG) coordination
      • Technical/mechanical support arrangements
      • Traffic control planning and execution

    Event Site Management:

    • Plan, coordinate, and oversee setup/teardown of primary event areas
    • Manage start/finish line logistics
    • Coordinate event day registration
    • Organize post-ride celebration activities
    • Create detailed site maps and equipment plans
    • Develop and execute event day agenda

    Required Skills & Experience:

    • Proven experience in large-scale athletic event management
    • Strong project management and organizational abilities
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Budget management experience
    • Knowledge of permit requirements and municipal regulations
    • Experience with traffic control planning and execution
    • Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders including sponsors, vendors, and volunteers
    • Crisis management and problem-solving skills

    Additional Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate with insurance providers to ensure proper coverage
    • Manage vendor relationships and equipment rentals
    • Supervise temporary staff and support personnel
    • Interface with local authorities and community organizations
    • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and requirements
    • Provide regular status updates through management meetings

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to work long hours during event periods
    • Capable of lifting and moving event equipment
    • Extended periods of standing and walking during event setup and execution

    Work Schedule:

    • Regular business hours during planning phase
    • Extended hours required during event week
    • On-site presence required for all event activities
    • Some weekend work required for community meetings and event execution

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Serve as the daily point person for event management and execution
    • Develop and manage comprehensive event timeline with deadlines for pre-event administration, marketing initiatives, and day-of logistics
    • Secure all necessary permits and approvals from municipal authorities
    • Create and oversee detailed budgets, providing regular financial accounting
    • Coordinate course logistics including:
      • Route marking and signage implementation
      • Aid station placement and scheduling
      • Support vehicle (SAG) coordination
      • Technical/mechanical support arrangements
      • Traffic control planning and execution

    Event Site Management:

    • Plan, coordinate, and oversee setup/teardown of primary event areas
    • Manage start/finish line logistics
    • Coordinate event day registration
    • Organize post-ride celebration activities
    • Create detailed site maps and equipment plans
    • Develop and execute event day agenda

    Required Skills &…

    Location

    On-site
    Oakland, CA, USA

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