Manager, Transport Operations - FIFA World Cup
2 days ago
Kansas City
Job Description A+ Staffing is recruiting experienced Transport Managers to support transportation and mobility operations for the FIFA World Cup 2026TM in Kansas City. This leadership role will oversee venue transportation, VIP/client group transportation, shuttle operations, parking logistics, and operational coordination to ensure safe, efficient, and seamless transportation services throughout tournament activities. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large-scale event operations, transportation logistics, or venue operations while leading teams in fast-moving event environments. This role requires strong operational leadership, and the ability to manage live transportation activities across venues, transport hubs, and VIP movement operations. This is a seven-week position that requires a flexible schedule with extended hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, match days, and tournament operational periods based on the FIFA event schedule. Candidates must have open availability starting May 26 – July 13. Compensation is $1,525 per week, paid weekly KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Transportation Operations Management • Oversee daily transportation operations including venue transport, shuttle services, VIP/client transportation, parking operations, and transport routing., • Support implementation of transportation operational plans and real-time event transportation activities., • Manage transportation services for VIPs, sponsors, officials, media, premium guests, and other client groups., • Coordinate with security teams, venue operations, fleet providers, and operational leadership to maintain service standards and operational efficiency., • Supervise transportation coordinators, dispatchers, drivers, supervisors, and operational field teams., • Support staff scheduling, training, briefings, and operational readiness activities., • Collaborate with transportation agencies, security personnel, venue teams, city agencies, and operational partners., • Participate in operational meetings, reporting, and transport coordination activities., • Respond to operational issues, delays, service disruptions, or transportation incidents in real time., • Implement contingency plans and support operational problem-solving throughout tournament operations., • Maintain operational logs, reports, and performance updates. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • 5+ years of experience in transportation operations, event logistics, venue operations, VIP services, or related leadership roles., • Experience supporting large-scale live events, sporting events, festivals, or transportation programs preferred., • Strong leadership, organizational, and operational coordination skills., • Excellent communication skills, • Experience leading teams and coordinating operational staff., • Familiarity with transportation logistics, traffic operations, passenger movement, and customer service operations. ., • Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus., • Flexible schedule required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, match days, and tournament operational periods. (Extended hours will be required throughout FIFA tournament operations). ABOUT A+ STAFFING A+ Staffing is a people-first staffing and workforce solutions partner known for delivering exceptional talent, operational excellence, and high-touch support for large-scale events and experiential programs nationwide. Our team specializes in staffing complex, high-volume operations where reliability, adaptability, and customer service are critical to success. At A+ Staffing, we believe successful events are powered by great people. We are committed to building inclusive, collaborative teams that thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver exceptional service. Company DescriptionAbout A Plus Staffing: Founded in 1995, A+ Staffing is a nationally recognized staffing partner specializing in Experiential Marketing, Merchandising, Large-Scale Events, Convention Support, and Data Collection. We proudly support industry leaders across Consumer Engagement, Brand Marketing, Sports & Entertainment, Higher Education, and Market Research. At A+ Staffing, we connect exceptional talent to our clients’ vision. Our people-centered approach is rooted in being caring, accessible, and resourceful in every interaction. With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to delivering staffing success for our clients and opportunities for our team members nationwide.About A Plus Staffing:\r\nFounded in 1995, A+ Staffing is a nationally recognized staffing partner specializing in Experiential Marketing, Merchandising, Large-Scale Events, Convention Support, and Data Collection. We proudly support industry leaders across Consumer Engagement, Brand Marketing, Sports & Entertainment, Higher Education, and Market Research.\r\n\r\nAt A+ Staffing, we connect exceptional talent to our clients’ vision. Our people-centered approach is rooted in being caring, accessible, and resourceful in every interaction. With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to delivering staffing success for our clients and opportunities for our team members nationwide.