Associate, Mascot and Education

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 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.

Position Summary and Key Responsibilities

The  Associate  supports the day-to-day planning, coordination, and operational delivery of LA28’s Mascot and Education Programs, with potential support across OFX initiatives. This role plays a critical part in ensuring programs are well-organized, data-driven, and executed efficiently through strong project coordination, timeline management, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Role reports into Director - Brand Strategy, Mascot & Education.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Operational Planning

Manage the build and continuous optimiz ation of project management plans , integrated timelines, and Gantt charts under the direction of Mascot and Education Program Leadership

Drive project  activities , timelines, milestones, and work plans across multiple program areas

Manage and c onsolidate vendor-provided schedules and timelines into integrated internal program timelines and translate external milestones into clear internal work plans

Monitor vendor timelines to  identify  risks, misalignment, or feasibility concerns, and flag recommended adjustments to ensure key milestones are achieved

Organize and synthesize data from multiple sources to support planning, execution, and leadership decision-making

Operational Tracking & Reporting

D esign and m aintain project trackers , planning documents, and shared documentation systems

Prepare weekly and ad-hoc status reports for leadership that clearly communicate progress, risks, upcoming milestones, and key decisions - ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency

Track changes to project schedules and vendor timelines and internal schedules , ensuring impacts are documented properly

Maintain version control and documentation for timeline updates, approvals, and any other documents as needed

Cross-Functional Coordination

Own communication and information sharing across internal teams, vendors , and other key stakeholders

S chedule and support project meetings, including note-taking , action-item tracking, and follow-up

Design and manage document sharing processes across working groups

Build strong working relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and  timely  information sharing

Escalate timeline concerns, dependencies, and unresolved issues to team leadership as needed

Games-Time Support

Support program administration and operations during large-scale activations and during Games-time execution

P rovide operational support on-site as needed to help ensure successful execution of programs and events

Background and Requirements

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-changing environment

Proven ability to  maintain  consistent reporting and documentation standards

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly convey status updates and recommendations and write decks

Ability to read, interpret, and synthesize information from multiple sources

Experience building and managing project schedules, workback plans, timelines / Gantt charts , and PPT decks

Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and tracking deliverables across complex projects

Strong collaboration skills and comfort working with multiple stakeholders

Solid project coordination or project management experience

Proactive problem-solver with ability to  anticipate  issues before they arise

Positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to jump in where needed

P roficiency in software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Smartsheet , Monday.com, Asana, Airtable , or other similar project management tools

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The position is located 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

Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods

Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Expectations

Previous  experience building & t racking schedules, deliverables, deck building, and operational reporting

Minimum 3+ years relevant work experience in account management, project coordination, agency operations, or program management preferred

Experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel,  Powerpoint  and SharePoint

Experience with Smartsheet or similar project management / tracking tools

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,500 - $82,000.00 . 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.