Operations Manager/ Director of Operations

Operations Manager/ Director of Operations

Operations Manager/ Director of Operations

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Commission

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Operations Manager / Director of Operations (DOE)

At RMC – The Destination Authority , we don’t just plan events—we design unforgettable moments in extraordinary places. As we continue to expand across the country, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager or Director of Operations (title depending on experience) to help lead the charge at our brand-new Laguna Beach location.

You’ll be the heartbeat of our local operations—leading, planning, and executing luxury group events, incentive programs, and client activations. You’ll be a trusted partner to the General Manager and work cross-functionally with your sales counterpart to deliver best-in-class programs that delight and dazzle.

This is more than logistics—this is craftsmanship, hospitality, creativity, and strategy all rolled into one exciting, fast-paced role.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Take the handoff from sales and lead the charge on program planning and execution
• Own the details—budgets, timelines, vendors, logistics, and perfection
• Build, nurture, and manage relationships with hotel partners, vendors, and clients
• Elevate every site inspection, every touchpoint, and every event detail
• Partner with sales to represent RMC at client engagements and industry events
• Champion innovation, collaboration, and service excellence on every program
• Based in or near Laguna Beach, CA , with deep knowledge of the destination
• 3+ years in luxury events, hospitality operations, or DMC experience
• A confident events professional who thrives under pressure and inspires others to perform
• Operationally brilliant—organized, budget-savvy, and detail-obsessed
• Relationship-driven, emotionally intelligent, and poised in client-facing moments
• Tech-friendly (Salesforce, Microsoft Office, etc.) and a fast learner
• Comfortable working evenings/weekends as needed and traveling occasionally

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Award-winning culture – Global Stevie Award Winner for Great Employers
• National growth – We’re an Inc. 5000 company expanding across the U.S.
• People-first values – Vision, Passion, Excellence, Integrity, and Care
• Incredible destinations – From coast to coast, we create magic in stunning places

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Hospitality and Events Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

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