Staff Assistant

Buffalo State University; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University is seeking a dedicated ice arena supervisor to oversee all operations of the facility, including ice installation and maintenance, and the Zamboni care. You will supervise student workers, manage contracts and invoicing for external rentals, and ensure smooth day-to-day arena activities.

Responsibilities include skate sharpening, locker room scheduling, and varsity game management, with opportunities to explore additional revenue streams in the off-season.

Qualifications

• Prior ice rink supervision and ice maintenance experience.
• Experience driving/operating ice resurfacing machine.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of managing the ice arena.
• Ice installation and maintenance, Zamboni operation and maintenance.
• Supervise student workers, recruit, contracts and invoicing of external rental groups.
• Skate sharpening, locker room scheduling, varsity game management and general facility supervision.
• Explore additional revenue streams during off-season and assist with oversight of athletic facilities.

Skills

Ice arena supervision

Ice resurfacer operation

Interpersonal communication

Flexible schedule

Job description

Job Opportunities at Buffalo State University

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of managing the ice arena. This includes, but is not limited to ice installation and maintenance, driving the Zamboni/Olympia, Zamboni/Olympia maintenance, supervision of student workers, recruitment, contracts and invoicing of external rental groups, skate sharpening, locker room scheduling, varsity game management and general facility supervision and maintenance. During ice arena off season will explore additional revenue streams for the facility and assist with oversight, supervision of all athletic facilities. Will perform other duties assigned that are consistent with the skills and abilities related to this position and that address the university’s strategic goals.

Required Qualifications

Prior experience with ice rink supervision and ice maintenance, including experience driving/operating ice resurfacing machine; interpersonal communication skills; ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, to meet operational and event needs.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Institutional Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office, Cleveland Hall 204, [phone]. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu . The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at [phone].

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents