Hockey Programs Director: Leagues, Camps & Community Impact

US Ice Rinks, Inc.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center in Janesville, WI seeks a Hockey Program Manager to lead leagues, camps, Learn-to-Play, and teams, while supervising instructors and scorekeepers. This role collaborates with outside event owners, league officials, and leaders to deliver a first-class programming experience for participants, coaches, officials, and spectators.

You will work closely with marketing to expand programming, manage budgets and registrations, and schedule events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation or sports management preferred.
• Experience in customer service and programming administration.
• 5+ years in hockey industry.
• Proven track record developing, marketing, and selling recreational programs.
• Experience in programming setup & execution operations.
• Knowledge of recreational/facility management software.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving negotiating skills.
• Must be a team player with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Flexible work schedule (nights, weekends, holidays, long hours).
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Directly align with SFM Statement and Core Values.
• Develop and execute all aspects of hockey programming; provide training and lead for hockey programming.
• Oversee recruitment and training of hockey coaches; actively recruit players and teams.
• Manage program budgets and registration; optimize purchasing/registration experience for customers.
• Schedule league play and post-season; ensure fair and competitive play.
• Coordinate with Skate Program Manager for ice time scheduling.
• Maintain clean, safe environment for guests and team members.
• Develop programming targeting various markets; maximize utilization and community impact.
• Collaborate with Marketing to support campaigns.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team player

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation or sports management

Tools

Recreational/facility management software

Job description

Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center in Janesville, WI seeks a Hockey Program Manager to lead leagues, camps, Learn-to-Play, and teams, while supervising instructors and scorekeepers. This role collaborates with outside event owners, league officials, and leaders to deliver a first-class programming experience for participants, coaches, officials, and spectators.

You will work closely with marketing to expand programming, manage budgets and registrations, and schedule events.