Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena Operations Manager

Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena Operations Manager

City of Columbus Parks and Recreation - Columbus, IN

Full-time

Final date to receive applications:
Sep 10, 2026

Ice Rink / Arena

• Supervise and execute all management plans for Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena
• Track and inventory all maintenance supplies,materials and equipment
• Assist in the management of employees in day-to-day operations
• Work closely with Athletic Facilities Supervisor on providing support for department programs and community activities
• Provide input in the evaluation of management plans for all Athletic Facilities and Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena
• Position includes indoor work at Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena from October-April.
  
  From May-September, this position may perform outdoor work once Hamilton Community Center& Ice Arena tasks are complete

• Supervise, support and follow-up on daily job assignments of 1 full-time employee, 3-5 part-time employees
• Help to evaluate and continuously improve management plans for Hamilton Community Center &Ice Arena
• Operate and safely use facility equipment, including the Zamboni, in support of daily arena operations and event setup/breakdown
• Develop a strong working relationship with other Parks & Recreation staff (Sharing equipment,large projects, etc.)
• Implement and assist with the evaluation and continuous improvement of Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena training programs
• Implement and assist with continuous improvement of all Athletic Facilities and Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena procedures and policies
• Assist with overall maintenance of Ice at Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arenaand participate in facility and equipment trainings
• Review inspection sheets which include all Athletic Facilities and buildings
• Motivate, lead and evaluate the performance of employees
• Assist with recruitment, selection and training for vacant positions
• Share responsibility of running Parks and Recreation monthly safety meetings
• Inventory all necessary supplies, materials and equipment
• Assist with outdoor maintenance, including mowing, weed trimming, trash removal, and other general duties
• Meet regularly with Athletic Facilities Supervisor
• Assist in managing Athletic Facilities Team during events, projects and emergencies
• Support snow removal
• Ability to multi-task
• Provide the highest quality customer service and facility care
• Represent the Parks & Recreation Department in a courteous, professional and friendly manner
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• High school education or equivalent
• Strong written/oral communication skillsand ability to interact with internal and external resources and organizations
• Knowledge of HVAC and Ice Plant Operations is preferred
• Operating a Zamboni/Ice Resurfacing machine experienced preferred but not required. Training will be provided
• Geneal knowledge of operating lawn mowers, weed trimmers, and other basic grounds equipment preferred but required
• Valid Indiana driver’s license or ability to obtain one immediately and good driving record,sufficient to be covered by city insurance
• Certified Ice Tech required; or willingness to become certified within three years
• Must have experience in the following areas:
  Facility and maintenance management, and staff supervision and training
• General mathematical skills required
• Experience in operation of various types of equipment
• Proficient computer skills desired:
  Word, Excel and Outlook
• A criminal background check and pre-employment/random drug screenings are required

• Work is of a high degree of difficulty and complexity and is performed under direction of the Athletic Facilities Supervisor with considerable latitude granted for exercise of…