Manager, Competition Operations

At NASCAR, you will find a community of passionate individuals who care about our sport and are united in seeing it grow.

NASCAR Event Management seeks a talented professional to join in the position of Manager, Competition Operations.

The Manager, Competition Operations ensures all NASCAR race events are held to the highest standards of preparation in competition areas; including but not limited to personnel, safety, aesthetics, logistics, and functionality.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Serve as a project manager on multiple critical initiatives at any given time related to the execution of the NASCAR event, participating National Series and Touring Series, as well as growth of new/future racing venues.
  • Serve as race director for NASCAR’s development series’ as well as ARCA touring level events; leading all practice, qualifying and race activities.
  • Travel for site visits to all assigned racetracks on the National series schedules to conduct site surveys, reporting and correcting any faults found in facilities preparedness prior to the series' arrival.
  • Serve as a liaison representative between NASCAR and the venue during construction projects.
  • Coordinate with broadcast partners, NASCAR Productions and timing and scoring on display equipment, fiber runs, and camera placements around the facility.
  • Compile and submit reports on the condition of each facility, outlining improvement plans to correct deficiencies, improve functionality.
  • Produce comprehensive operational handbooks for all key departments to reference prior to each event, designed to aid in trouble-shooting issues and inform all parties of infrastructure capabilities.
  • Lead pre- and post-event logistics debriefs with the facilities and key departments to align plans and prioritize future growth objectives.
  • Participate in NASCAR National Series rule book development, specifically as it relates to sporting regulations.
  • Coordinate event minute-by-minute schedules with track leads, media, event experience, and marketing services personnel.
  • Approximate travel: 90%

Required skills/experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred; and ten years industry-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient in Company software and hardware.
  • Valid Driver License
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
  • Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in alignment with the race schedule and event calendar.

The compensation range for this position is:

$68,000 - $72,000

Benefits Information

Medical Insurance, Dental, 401k match,

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NASCAR is committed to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We seek to attract and retain the best qualified people available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any basis that is protected by applicable law except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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