CHIEF OF FLAGGING AND COMMUNICATIONS at Summit Point Raceway Associates Inc

Summit Point, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Safety Protocols, Communication, Team Management, Event Coordination, Operational Efficiency, Performance Management, Recruitment, Scheduling, Decision Making, Situational Awareness, Customer Service, Radio Communications, Incident Response, Organizational Skills, High-Pressure Environments

Industry

Professional Training and Coaching

Description

Description WHO WE ARE Founded in 1969, Summit Point Motorsports Park is a premier motorsports destination in the Mid-Atlantic, offering a high-energy environment where performance driving, racing, and automotive culture come together. Spanning 786 acres, the facility features multiple road racing circuits that support a wide range of motorsports disciplines and experiences. With a dynamic event calendar, a rich racing legacy, and a growing portfolio of programs and special events, Summit Point is an exciting place to build a career at the intersection of motorsports, events, and fan engagement. WHAT YOU'LL DO The Chief of Flagging & Communications is a safety-critical leadership position responsible for the operational, supervisory, and strategic oversight of all Flagging & Communications (F&C) functions at Summit Point Motorsports Park. The Chief of Flagging & Communications must demonstrate consistent leadership under dynamic, high-risk conditions, ensuring the highest standards of safety, communication, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be responsible for: Provide direct leadership, supervision, mentoring, and performance management for the Flagging & Communications team. Maintain clear expectations, accountability, and professional standards for all F&C personnel. Provide performance feedback, evaluations, and corrective action as needed to maintain safety and operational excellence, working in coordination with Control operators and incorporating team feedback to address on-site behavior, adherence to event procedures, professionalism in guest and sponsor interactions, and compliance with Summit Point Motorsports Park policies and safety standards. Assist with recruitment efforts, including candidate evaluation, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new team members including safety procedures, best practices, and equipment use. Develop, manage, and maintain staffing schedules for all Flagging & Communications personnel across events, practices, test days, and special track activities. Review, approve, and submit accurate timesheets for all Flagging & Communications staff in accordance with Summit Point payroll and timekeeping procedures. Work with control to coordinate staffing adjustments in response to operational changes, weather, incidents, or client needs. Ensure all flagging, communications, and track safety procedures are executed in accordance with Summit Point policies, established SOPs, and applicable motorsports regulations including readiness and maintenance of equipment such as radios, headsets, and flags. Support real-time operational authority during events, including directing F&C personnel and making safety-driven decisions under pressure. Maintain situational awareness across the facility to proactively identify and mitigate safety risks. Additional duties as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT This is a non-exempt, part-time, on-site position. Schedule may include weekends, evenings, and event-based hours as required. WORK CONDITIONS This position is highly active and performed primarily in an outdoor motorsports environment. The role requires frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and sustained use of hands for grasping, handling, feeling, and repetitive motions, as well as the ability to talk and hear in high-noise settings. The employee must frequently lift and move items weighing up to 100 pounds. Work involves regular exposure to high noise levels, moving vehicles, and other inherent track-related hazards and is performed in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and direct sunlight. Extended periods of standing, walking, heightened situational awareness, and the ability to remain focused and make sound decisions in dynamic, high-pressure environments are required, with strict adherence to all safety protocols. WHY JOIN US Be a part of a dynamic team at a premier training and motorsports facility. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Summit Point Raceway Associates, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy- related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Summit Point Raceway Associates, INC.'s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. Requirements Job Requirements and Qualifications: Required Minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience in Flagging & Communications at Summit Point Motorsports Park, with demonstrated leadership responsibility. Extensive, hands-on knowledge of Summit Point track layouts, operating procedures, event types, and safety protocols. Working knowledge in motorsports safety, race control, radio communications, or incident response. Maintain a respect and understanding of client diversity while maintaining safety to uphold customer service Proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure, safety-critical environments. Strong organizational and scheduling skills, with the ability to manage complex staffing needs. Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple operational teams. Demonstrated ability to remain calm, decisive, and authoritative during emergency or rapidly changing situations. Availability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and special events as required by the motorsports schedule.

Responsibilities

The Chief of Flagging & Communications is responsible for overseeing all Flagging & Communications functions, ensuring safety and operational efficiency during events. This includes leading the team, managing schedules, and making safety-driven decisions under pressure.