Technical Project Specialist (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

What do our attractions have in common? They are all experiences that Guests enjoy at our parks worldwide, and they all rely on several safety programs and processes. Safety is our number one priority at Disney, and there is a world of amazing systems that keep our Guests and Cast Members safe every day, systems that they never see.

As a Technical Project Specialist within the Worldwide Safety Assurance team, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of technology-driven safety initiatives across domestic and international operational environments. This role will partner closely with the Technical Project Manager and cross-functional teams to support deployment activities, video analytics initiatives, project coordination, reporting, stakeholder communication, and operational readiness efforts.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically curious, collaborative, and comfortable working in fast-paced operational environments that require flexibility, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

This role reports to the Manager - Technical Program Management.

This is an estimated 15-month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

Responsibilities/You Will:

Project Planning & Coordination -

• Support the coordination and execution of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring milestones and deliverables remain on schedule

• Assist with project planning activities, task tracking, documentation management, and meeting coordination

• Monitor project progress and escalate potential risks, blockers, or scheduling concerns to project leadership

• Facilitate recurring project status meetings and capture action items, updates, and follow-up activities

• Support onsite project walks, infrastructure reviews, and deployment readiness assessments with internal partners and site leadership

• Assist with maintaining deployment dashboards, project schedules, and status reporting tools

Technology Deployment Support -

• Assist with the implementation and coordination of integrated technology systems, including hardware and software deployments

• Partner with technical teams during installation, configuration, testing, and operational turnover activities

• Support system validation, troubleshooting, and issue tracking during deployment and testing phases

• Coordinate with engineering, operations, audiovisual, networking, and maintenance teams to support seamless integration efforts

• Provide support for User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities and operational readiness validation

Video Analytics & Data Support -

• Support analytics initiatives through data gathering, system monitoring, testing coordination, and reporting activities

• Assist with analyzing operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvements

• Generate reports, dashboards, presentations, and visual summaries to communicate findings and project updates

• Support technical documentation and knowledge-sharing efforts for deployed systems and operational processes

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement -

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering services, audiovisual teams, operations, security, maintenance, and external vendors

• Communicate project updates, requirements, schedules, and technical information clearly and professionally

• Support vendor coordination activities, including scheduling, logistics, and installation support

• Maintain strong working relationships with internal partners while supporting operational continuity during deployments

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

• 2+ years of experience supporting projects, operations, technology deployments, or technical coordination activities

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to track tasks, timelines, and project deliverables effectively

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, as well as Smartsheet, AirTable, and Jira

• Experience supporting meetings, status reporting, and stakeholder communications

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including 2nd or 3rd shift support and occasional overnight activities as needed

• Comfortable working in operational environments and participating in onsite field activities and walkthroughs

• Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

• Proven ability to create clear, visually compelling presentations and tailor messaging for global audiences, including navigating language barriers and working with diverse, cross-functional stakeholders

• Experience presenting complex findings to a range of audiences, including technical teams, operations leaders, and internal and external executives—effectively simplifying content for non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting technology deployment or infrastructure-related projects

• Familiarity with analytics, CCTV, audiovisual, networking, or integrated technology systems environments

• Familiarity with Monday.com is a plus

• Familiarity with machine learning concepts, APIs, IoT-connected systems, or AI-driven technologies

• Experience creating dashboards, reports, and executive presentations

• PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification preferred

• Experience working in themed entertainment, hospitality, operations, or large-scale guest-facing environments

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Additional Information:

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $72,000 to $96,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.