Operations Coordinator - Ice Rink Programs & Events

The Sports Facilities Advisory & Management; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park in Chicago is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the Operations Manager by developing and executing ice programs, leagues, and tournaments while coordinating daily facility schedules.

You will work with program leaders and other departments to deliver quality experiences, supervise and train staff, and assist with event setup, tear-down, and cross-functional support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation sports management or related field with 3-5 years experience preferred.
• Experience developing, marketing and selling recreation and training programs.
• Knowledge of audio and visual programming and development.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving negotiation skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, nights and holidays.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operations Manager with development and execution of ice programs, camps, leagues, and tournaments.
• Manage ongoing facility schedules.
• Develop programming targeting corporate, group, adult, youth, family, and special interest groups.
• Track and report weekly programs and attendance.
• Oversee all aspects of programs and special activities.
• Supervise, train, manage and motivate team members.
• Participate in event setup and execution, attend scheduled events and meetings, and assist other departments during events.
• Assist with changeover personnel assignments for events.
• Complete special projects and daily tasks as directed by the Operations Director.

Skills

Program development

Marketing skills

Sales experience in recreation

Audio/visual programming knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerP o

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation sports management or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park in Chicago is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the Operations Manager by developing and executing ice programs, leagues, and tournaments while coordinating daily facility schedules.

You will work with program leaders and other departments to deliver quality experiences, supervise and train staff, and assist with event setup, tear-down, and cross-functional support as needed.