Operations Manager

Sky Zone, LLC; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Sky Zone, LLC in Springfield, VA is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily park operations and guest experiences. You will supervise team members, coach in real time, and support hiring and training while ensuring safety, cleanliness, and smooth shift transitions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to high-volume, dynamic guest flow. Onsite work includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on consistent, joyful play experiences.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of formal management or supervisory experience.
• Experience overseeing daily operations in a high-volume setting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach in real time.
• Comfort with scheduling, labor targets, and operational goals.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to jump in when needed.
• Comfort using technology and operational systems; quick to learn new tools.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Team Leads and frontline staff on scheduled shifts.
• Coach in real time to build a culture of accountability, energy and care.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training efforts.
• Oversee daily park execution: staffing, guest flow, inventory, cleanliness.
• Collaborate with GM on labor strategy, scheduling and safety procedures.
• Ensure guests feel welcome, safe, and supported from check-in to check-out.
• Lead guest recovery and support birthday parties and events.
• Conduct safety walkthroughs and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Operations management

Staff scheduling

Guest service

Communication

Tools

POS platforms

Microsoft Office

Scheduling tools

Job description

## Operations ManagerApply: Springfield, VA: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R6936**CircusTrix dba****Sky Zone****Operations Manager****Full-time****Onsite****Department: Operations****Reports to: General Manager****FLSA: Exempt****\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_****WHO WE ARE:**At **Sky Zone**, our mission is to enrich lives through the power of boundless play — whether that’s on the trampoline court, behind the scenes, or at the corporate level. We believe play fuels confidence, connection, and joy, and we’re proud to create experiences that reflect that purpose in everything we do.As the leader in active indoor entertainment, we host unforgettable birthdays, team events, and school parties across the country. Backed by our parent company, CircusTrix, and recognized as a top franchise and growth brand, we continue to raise the bar for innovation and impact in the industry.Our culture is shaped by our core values: We **Play Without Limits**, **Ignite Innovation**, **Grow Together**, **Fuel Joy**, and **Serve Big, Give Bigger**. Whether in a park or a boardroom, these values guide how we lead, collaborate, and show up for each other and for the communities we serve.**\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_****WHO YOU ARE:**You’re the glue, the guide, and the go-to. A natural leader who thrives in motion, you balance coaching with accountability and set the tone every shift. When things get busy, you stay steady supporting your team, solving problems, and making sure the energy never drops.You know how to lead from the floor and manage behind the scenes. Whether it’s creating a great schedule, coaching in real time, or stepping into the action, you bring intention, care, and hustle to everything you do.**HOW YOU BRING OUR MISSION TO LIFE:**Lead Daily Execution and Team Success* Supervise Team Leads and frontline team members during scheduled shifts.* Coach in real time to build a team culture of accountability, energy, and care.* Support hiring, onboarding, and training efforts.Own Shift Flow and Operational Efficiency* Oversee daily park execution — including staffing, guest flow, inventory, and cleanliness.* Collaborate with the GM on labor strategy, scheduling, and safety procedures.* Adapt to real-time challenges to keep operations smooth and seamless.Deliver Guest Experiences That Wow* Ensure guests feel welcome, safe, and supported from check-in to check-out.* Lead guest recovery when needed and train the team to respond with urgency and empathy.* Support birthday parties, special events, and high-volume guest flow with confidence.Champion Safety and Brand Standards* Conduct safety walkthroughs and support compliance across all park zones.* Maintain clean, well-functioning facilities and hold the team to brand standards.* Lead by example to create a worry-free, play-filled environment for all.**WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:**You’ve got the experience to lead confidently and the mindset to lead with care. We’re looking for someone who brings:* **Minimum of 2–3 years of formal management or supervisory experience,** including direct responsibility for leading teams, ideally in a high-volume, guest-facing industry such as hospitality, entertainment, retail, fitness, or restaurants.* **Experience overseeing daily operations,** managing teams on the floor, and adapting to shifting priorities in real time* **Strong communication skills**, you give feedback with care, build trust quickly, and know how to coach in the moment* **Comfort with scheduling, labor targets, and supporting operational goals**; you understand how day-to-day execution impacts the bigger picture.* **A hands-on leadership style,** you're not above jumping in to solve a problem, run a shift, or set the tone on a busy day.* **Comfortable using technology and operational systems**, with basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, POS platforms, scheduling tools, and reporting dashboards; quick to learn and apply new systems in daily operations.* **Availability** to work evenings, weekends, and holidays – when the park (and the magic) is most alive.**WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:**As Operations Manager, you're the one who keeps the park in motion. You help the team thrive, support guest joy, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. You’re a steady presence, a quick thinker, and the calm in the storm.This role is your chance to lead with energy, impact, and heart and to help build something unforgettable, one bounce at a time!**\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_*****Compensation range is $62,400-64,500 + bonus*** *based on qualifications, experience, and performance. Full-time employees at CircusTrix enjoy a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with a 401k plan with company matching. Eligibility for 401k is based on age and tenure requirements.****CircusTrix and its brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.***