Event Operations Supervisor - Miami Beach Convention Center

Event Operations Supervisor

Location: Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC)
Hourly Rate: $19.00 – $21.50
Application Deadline: December 5, 2025

Position Summary

The Event Operations Supervisor reports directly to the Event Operations Manager and is responsible for the supervision and direction of event setup and housekeeping staff, as well as temporary labor employees. This role oversees general building cleaning, as well as event room/hall set-ups and breakdowns for the MBCC, campus, and associated exterior parcels including Pride Park, Collins Canal Park, Venu & Rum Room.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist staff and temporary labor in cleaning and event setup tasks.
• Oversee setups of tables, chairs, risers, stages, and related event equipment.
• Work with management to create and implement daily work task sheets.
• Coordinate with Public Safety and Venue Operations to enforce safety and energy conservation programs.
• Train and communicate responsibilities and expectations to staff.
• Inspect the venue and equipment; report damages and ensure proper protocol is followed.
• Plan and execute logistics for move-in, show days, and move-out.
• Assist with employee training, scheduling, inventory control, and vendor relations.
• Read event resumes and drawings to ensure accurate setups.
• Complete daily housekeeping/setup logs and submit reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises a team of full-time, part-time, and temporary labor staff. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and evaluating work, as well as administering discipline in conjunction with Human Resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of housekeeping standards and public assembly venue setup requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects of varying size and weight.
• Basic computer knowledge; experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• First Aid, Forklift, and OSHA Certifications preferred.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

About the MBCC

The Miami Beach Convention Center is a LEED Silver-certified, world-class venue with 500,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space, a magnificent Grand Ballroom, four junior ballrooms, 84 breakout rooms, and outdoor terraces and parks. Following a $640 million renovation, MBCC continues to set the standard for state-of-the-art conferences, conventions, tradeshows, and meetings in the heart of Miami Beach.