Senior Associate, Cleaning and Waste Support Specialist

 

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 Ange-les’ 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.

 

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance for any positions. If you are based outside the Los Angeles area, we still welcome your application — we value talent from all geographic backgrounds and want to hear from you if you are able to work on-site in LA.

 

Senior Associate, Cleaning & Waste (CNW) Support Specialist

Role Purpose

 

The Cleaning & Waste (CNW) function keeps LA28 venues clean, safe, and ready for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and it depends on organized information and dependable coordination. As Senior Associate, Support Specialist, you keep the CNW team moving — coordinating schedules, capturing decisions, and keeping shared records accurate as the function grows toward the Games. You will help establish the administrative systems the team relies on, working closely with the Head of CNW and teammates across Games Logistics & Services. This hands-on work offers broad exposure to how a service function is built and delivered.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules and calendars for the CNW team, arranging meetings and protecting time for priority work.

• Represent CNW in meetings, capturing accurate minutes, decisions, and action items and following them to completion.

• Organize and maintain shared records in SharePoint and Smartsheet, keeping folders, trackers, and documents current and easy to find.

• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the function, handling correspondence, documentation, routine requests, and deadline tracking.

• Improve everyday administrative processes and templates so the team works consistently as it scales toward the Games.

 

Required Competencies

• Proven administrative experience supporting a team, function, or busy leader in a demanding environment.

• Proficiency with PMP tools (project management and productivity tools), including SharePoint and Smartsheet, for organizing files, tracking work, and coordinating schedules.

• Strong organization and attention to detail, keeping several concurrent workstreams accurate and up to date.

• Clear written and verbal communication, including accurate meeting minutes and reliable follow-up with stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent administrative experience.

 

Valued Experience

• Experience supporting operations in a project-based, events, or venue environment.

• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Excel, or Planner.

• Exposure to large-scale events, logistics, or facilities functions.

 

What We Offer

• A once-in-a-career chance to contribute to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in your own city and country.

• Broad exposure to how a Games function is planned and delivered, alongside experienced leaders.

• Meaningful ownership of the systems that keep a team organized, with room to grow your skills.

• A collaborative, mission-driven team that values reliable, detail-oriented teammates and shared success.

 

What This Role Means for the Games

 

Clean, safe venues shape every athlete's and every fan's experience of the Games. By keeping the CNW team organized and informed, you help a vital service function plan with confidence and turn everyday coordination into visible impact when the world arrives in Los Angeles.

 

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

 

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office.

• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.

• 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.

 

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $73,000 - $98,000. 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.

 

Accommodation

LA28 is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know.

 

Equal Opportunity

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.