Associate, Transportation

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 diverse 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.

Associate, Transportation:

LA28’s Associate, Transportation will support the identification, specification, implementation, and delivery of stakeholder transportation services. Stakeholder transportation services are defined as those transportation services offered to the diverse Olympic and Paralympic stakeholders as a part of LA28’s obligations under the International Olympic Committee’s award of the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. The role requires both technical knowledge of key transportation operations as well as soft skills to support LA28’s overall interactions with Games stakeholders. This candidate should be proactive, organized with strong communication skills.  LA28’s Associate, Transportation Stakeholder Services will report directly to LA28’s Sr. Manager, Transportation while working closely with the leaders across LA28’s Functional Areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of transportation-related agreements with Games Stakeholders and public agencies.

• Assist in developing, editing and refining the Games Mobility and Transportation Plan.

• Support the design and creation of key transportation deliverables to be circulated publicly.

• Manage schedules and organize internal and external meetings, conference calls, and events, ensuring that all logistics are planned and executed seamlessly. 

• Assist in monitoring overall Games transportation milestones and deliverables, as well as assist in providing progress reports and updates to FA leadership and/or the Games Mobility Executives.

• Provide technical assistance for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting transportation data to optimize logistics operations, improve efficiency, and support strategic decision-making. This will be both spatially (via GIS) as well as via spreadsheet applications & other data visualization tools.

• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, minutes, and presentation decks to support the development and refinement of the spectator and workforce transportation system.

• Assist in Lead developing, editing, and refining communications materials prepared for or in support of community outreach and engagement activities related to Games transportation.

Background & Requirements:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in transportation planning, design, construction, operations, and/or maintenance, particularly as a part of a public transportation agency or similar preferred. 

• Business acumen with strategic thinking and project management skills. 

• Ability to create effective relationships, influence, and collaborate at all organizational levels and across all partner groups. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to educate others on complex technical concepts, and to lead, facilitate, and present to large and small groups. 

• Ability to gather and assess data and produce technical reports and/or slide decks. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)   

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.  

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. 

• Experience using ArcGIS or similar mapping software (desirable)

Expectations:

• Experience working in a transit agency federal, state or local government or working on projects delivered in the public realm is preferred 

• Experience in Event planning or large-scale project management is preferred 

• Passion for sports, community engagement, or involvement in large-scale events.  

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning or engineering, urban planning, public policy, or related field/equivalent work experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The position is located in Los Angeles with in-person attendance required.

• Frequent travel in Los Angeles between public agency offices, venues and other sites. Must be responsible for own travel.

• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment, employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.   

• Occasionally there may be a requirement for working hours outside of traditional business hours/days to support special events, travel, and the 2028 Games.

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,500.00 - $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.