Events and Production Manager

The Events & Production Manager serves as the operational lead for the Events Department and plays a key role in producing THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride for the California State Railroad Museum Foundation. Key Responsibilities • Manage the annual events calendar (approximately 20 events each year) • Supervise and mentor two Event Coordinators • Assign event ownership and maintain planning timelines • Lead event planning meetings and maintain department planning systems and workflows • Serve as Event Owner for flagship events (approximately 1–2 annually) • Oversee event budgets and vendor coordination for all events, including THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride • Manage museum and train-based event logistics • Conduct post-event evaluations and reporting • Support production planning and develop production timelines and schedules for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride in collaboration with the Director of Events and leadership team • Support onboarding and coordination of seasonal staff and volunteers for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride • Manage day-to-day operational coordination during the run of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride • Troubleshoot operational issues during event nights Qualifications • 3+ years of experience in event management, production management, or a related field • Experience managing complex events or productions • Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience • Strong project management and organizational skills • Experience coordinating vendors, event logistics, and operational planning • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills This is an in-person position based in Sacramento, CA. • Ability to climb stairs and safely board or move around railroad equipment, railcars, or related structures as required for site visits, events, or operational coordination.

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