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Event Staff Supervisor

Andy Frain Services

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Aug 2026

About the role

Job Title: Event Staff Supervisor – GWCC

Location: Georgia World Congress Center

Job Summary:

The Event Staff Supervisor at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) is responsible for overseeing event staff operations during conventions, trade shows, sporting events, and special events. This position ensures all staff provide excellent customer service, maintain safety standards, and support a professional and welcoming environment for all guests and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise event staff assigned to GWCC buildings, entrances, exhibit halls, and event spaces
Conduct roll call, briefings, and post-event debriefs for all assigned staff
Ensure proper staffing levels and coverage for all assigned posts
Monitor staff performance, appearance, and professionalism
Enforce company policies, venue rules, and GWCC guidelines
Provide direction and assistance to guests, vendors, and event attendees
Respond to incidents, emergencies, and customer concerns in a timely and professional manner
Maintain communication with management via radio and other communication tools
Complete incident reports, daily activity reports, and shift summaries
Coordinate with GWCC operations, public safety, and event coordinators

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 1–2 years of supervisory experience in event staffing, security, or customer service
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments
Must be reliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours)
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors depending on event needs
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds if required

Work Environment:

Large-scale convention center with multiple buildings and high guest volume
Events include conventions, trade shows, corporate events, and large public gatherings
Fast-paced environment requiring strong multitasking and situational awareness

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working at GWCC or similar large venues
Experience with crowd control and access management
Familiarity with radio communication systems
CPR/First Aid certification

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and/or geographic location.

· Minimum of 18 years of age.

· Clear a criminal background check.

· High School Diploma and/or equivalent (GED)

Skills/Abilities:

· Strong customer service orientation, exemplifying our Mission Statement that Customer Service is Every Employee's Job.

· Ability to facilitate progressive change, getting along with other employees, following directions and continually improving.

· Clear and effective oral and written communications skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers. Pushing/pulling/carrying lifting may include up to 25 lbs (event evacuation), stair climbing. Ability to sit, twist, turn, bend as required to perform duties within the