NEOGOV · 16 hours ago
Ice Arena Manager
50010, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $99K/yr
1+ years expThe City of Ames is a vibrant community seeking an Ice Arena Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Ames/ISU Ice Arena. The role involves developing and implementing recreation programs, managing facility operations, and supervising staff to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all users.
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Responsibilities
Assists Recreation Superintendent in delivery of recreation programs, facility management, and services related to the Ames/ISU Ice Arena
Responsible for the scheduling of the ice arena, including rentals and City offered programs; oversees operations for various recreational activities, hockey games; private rentals, and special events; maintains and cleans the Ames/ISU Ice Arena and recommends building and equipment improvements; supervises facility and daily operations; and leads revenue generation efforts
Implements and/or coordinates recreation programs; evaluates recreation programs through participant and employee evaluations
Hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and provides work direction to the Recreational Coordinator-Ice Arena and temporary staff and volunteers; serves as primary communicator between staff in the field, program participants, facility users and the Recreation Superintendent; responsible for being on-site during programs and making on-site decisions as necessary; acts in the absence of temporary/part-time Recreation staff and Coordinator; greets public; handles concerns; answers questions; anticipates services needed and makes needed arrangements for services; communicates and enforces facility rules of conduct
Follows and recommends policies, procedures, standards for programs, safety, and fiscal control
Responsible for cash and inventory control; purchases supplies and inventory; monitors expenditures within assigned budget; recommends budget items; secures and manages advertising, sponsorships, grants and other revenue generating avenues; performs housekeeping, routine maintenance and program support; participates in cross-functional groups; prepares and disseminates promotional materials; maintains necessary records and submits required reports; responds to calls of an emergency nature after hours
May lead or instruct activities as needed; performs related work to support the organization; monitors general condition of facility and responds to any defects or damages
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in recreation, sports management, or related field (ie: education, management, facility management, physical education, may be considered)
One year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Possession of a valid driver's license
CPR/AED certifications required
Ability to obtain ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certificate within 6-months of hire
Certified Ice Rink Manager (CIRM) within one-year of hire
General knowledge of recreation programming, ice arena operations, and ice maintenance
Awareness of skills, rules and procedures related to various recreation activities, athletic programs, instructional classes and special events
Knowledge of CPR, first aid and general safety practices
Some knowledge of machinery associated with assigned duties
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Proficiency with PCs and computer software applications
Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision
Skills in leading and instructing participants of all ages in recreation programs
Supervisory skills of full-time and temporary/part-time staff
Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem solving and leadership skills
Skills in planning, supervising, time management, and evaluating the work of subordinate staff
Ability to plan, set up, and conduct recreation programs
Ability to take initiative and work with little direct supervision
Ability to work independently and in a teaming environment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records
Ability to estimate supplies and equipment for facility/program operation
General Physical Characteristics: The work involves intermittent periods of standing and sitting with sitting 50% of the time (includes using a computer); standing (but not walking) 25% of the time; standing and walking 25% of the time; frequently lifting objects under 10 pounds; occasionally lifting objects from 10 to 25 pounds; infrequently lifting objects from 25 to 50 pounds; and infrequently lifting objects over 50 pounds
Required Physical Activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking and hearing
Vision Requirements: The minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, visual inspection involving small defects or parts, operation of machines (including inspection), and measurement devices
Environmental Conditions: The work is performed mainly inside but includes some outside. Some exposure to extreme cold, wet and/or humid conditions, ice/snow, dirt/dust, and other environmental conditions
Equipment Essential to the Job: Vehicle, calculator, computer and related software, personnel policies manual, recreation and maintenance equipment, telephone, audiovisual equipment, fax, copy machine, ice resurfacer, skate sharpener, and minor hand tools
Preferred
Facility Management and ice resurfacing experience is preferred
Benefits
Vacation
Sick leave
Family sick leave
Life insurance and AD&D
Health and dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement
Long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted Parks and Recreation gym usage and exercise classes
Employee assistance program
The City of Ames is a PSLF eligible employer.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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