Events Technical Team Lead

Overview

Join the Larimer County Fairgrounds/The Ranch as a Technical Support Team Lead! In this role, you’ll help keep The Ranch’s technology running smoothly to support daily operations and events. You’ll provide on-site technical support for computers, audiovisual equipment, phones, radios, and other essential technology. Responsibilities include troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining equipment, assisting staff and event teams, and coordinating with County Information Technology to ensure reliable technology support across the complex. At The Ranch in Loveland, CO, we're not just another venue; we're a dynamic hub of entertainment, events, and community engagement. As a member of our team, you'll find yourself at the heart of an operation that seamlessly orchestrates everything from thrilling concerts and captivating trade shows to heartwarming community gatherings and adrenaline-pumping rodeos. Working here isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something truly special, where every day brings new challenges and exciting experiences. Whether you're coordinating logistics behind the scenes, delighting guests with exceptional service, or contributing creatively to our diverse range of events, you'll be immersed in a fast-paced environment where innovation and passion collide. Join us at The Ranch and embark on a journey where your skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a real difference.

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Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to assigned staff, including coordinating daily activities and overseeing work performance.
• Install, configure, maintain, patch, optimize, and upgrade server and client operating systems and enterprise software applications across multiple hardware platforms.
• Plan, assign, and schedule crew work activities, ensuring audio/visual equipment, supplies, and required safety equipment are available to support operations.
• Lead capacity planning, system design, and technology forecasting. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend hardware and software standards, policies, and procurement solutions.
• Manage relationships with vendors, network carriers, managed service providers, audio/visual contractors, and production partners. Monitor service delivery, evaluate performance, and ensure contract compliance.
• Oversee technical operations for events, including audio/visual staging, equipment placement, labor and timeline estimates, and crew coordination. Identify and resolve on-site technical and logistical challenges.
• Design, implement, and maintain secure external network connections, wide area network (WAN) links, and internet gateways in compliance with established security standards.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Events_Technical_Team_Lead.

What we're looking for:

• Proficiency in using common business software and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, virtual meeting platforms, collaboration tools, and databases.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills related to Layer 2 and Layer 3 network technologies.
• Knowledge of project management principles and techniques, including work breakdown structures, cost estimating, scheduling, resource allocation, variance analysis, and critical path management.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with performance measurement, evaluating service delivery, and identifying opportunities to improve customer service.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement multiple large-scale and/or complex projects simultaneously.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in system and/or network administration, a directly related field, or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required
• Four (4) years of experience as a network and systems administrator required.
• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combinations of education and/or experience, in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Possession of a valid Drivers' License by date of hire required.

Benefits

Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, with a schedule that typically falls on weekdays. Flexibility is required, as occasional weekend and holiday work may be necessary to support events and operational needs.

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.