Fiber Arts Supervisor

Utah’s largest event is seeking a friendly, highly organized and motivated self-starter, who knows how to work hard to join our team for the 2026 Utah State Fair!

Job Summary
The Fiber Arts Department Supervisor oversees the daily operation of the Utah State Fair's Fiber Arts Department, ensuring a positive and well-organized experience for exhibitors, judges, volunteers, and guests. This position coordinates exhibit intake and release, competition logistics, judging activities, display preparation, awards presentations, volunteer support, and day-to-day department operations while serving as a primary resource for participants and visitors. The Fiber Arts Department Supervisor works closely with Fair staff, volunteers, exhibitors, and judges to ensure entries are handled accurately, exhibits are presented professionally, and department activities are conducted in accordance with Fair policies and procedures. Successful candidates are organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced event environment while helping showcase the talent, creativity, and craftsmanship of Utah's fiber arts community.

Dates of Employment –
Immediately – September 23, 2026 (includes the dates of the Utah State Fair September 10-20, plus entry intake days, judging days, and release days. It also includes any necessary services before and after the Fair (i.e. planning, email exchanges, phone calls, in-person meetings leading up to the Fair, etc.).

Hours
Hours are as needed leading up to the Fair (working from home) Setup & Entry Days (September 3rd-September 9th). During the Fair (September 10-20) applicant must be available to work the hours of the Fair. Teardown (September 21-22)

Pay Rate –
Flat Rate $2,600

Reports to –
Competitive Arts & Programs Manager

Duties

Oversee department displays and entries:

Work with the Competitive Arts Department to design rules and contests to encourage all to enter and compete at the Utah State Fair.

Oversee building setup and breakdown

Organize and manage Fair Entry Day, Judging Day and Pick up days. Includes dispersing checks, awards and exhibits.

Promote a positive, fun and professional atmosphere in your department that is a great representation of the Fair brand.

Hire seasonal staff, guide new hires through the HR Process with paperwork and obtaining badges, etc.

Schedule department staff and volunteers, staying within budget guidelines given by Fair management.

Encourage staff to interact with guests, answer questions, providing a positive experience for guests.

Manage employees and perform corrections when needed.

Oversee Judging and Clerks

Arrange and coordinate judges to ensure a fair, anonymous judging environment.

Manage the judging process and ensure judging is documented correctly. Get with Data Entry team to make any corrections on entry tags or judging sheets that need to be made.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has knowledge in some form of fiber and textile arts (sewing, needlework, quilting, etc.)

Possess excellent leadership and problem-solving skills

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks with little supervision.

Ability to perform and make decisions in a very fast paced, high stress environment.

Must be a self-starter, reliable, energetic and outgoing.

Able to work long hours, nights and weekends during the Fair.

Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift 20 lbs., standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling.

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