Arena Manager (Full Time) [VSS-710]

Arena Manager (Full Time) [VSS-710]

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities,



6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Arena Manager (Full Time)
YMCA Calgary
Salary: $54,996.00/yr - $68,745.00/yr
Start Date: Immediately

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:
· Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
· Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
· Pension or student loan repayment plan with specified contribution matched by the Association;
· Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
· Program discounts;
· Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
· Leadership award opportunities;
· Scholarship opportunities;
· Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?





At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;

· Required Arena Level 1 and 2 Certifications

· Pool Level 1 and 2 Certifications will be an asset for cross training in pool operations

· ABSA 5th Class Power Engineering Certification will be an asset for cross training in building operations

· Graduate from a recognized college or university facility operations program (RFOM) preferred

· Proven leadership and teambuilding skills

· Two to four years' experience working in a Recreational Facilities

· Safety in the Workplace certificate and/or experience

· CMMS preventative maintenance experience for setting-up equipment's, tasks, and schedules

· Proficiencies in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Must have a valid drivers' license





· Physically fit and able to lift and move objects 50lbs or greater

· WHIMIS Certification

· Police Security Check and Vulnerable Sector search mandatory

· Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.

· Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Duties and Responsibilities includes:
· Operates the Ice Resurfacing Machine in a safe manner as per SOP's while completing scheduled floods.





· Monitor the operations and coordinate the preventative maintenance with the service provider of ammonia refrigeration plant in Shane Homes and Brookfield Residential YMCA's.

· Monitor the chemical water treatments of the cooling tower

· Ensures quality ice resurfacing to accommodate various on ice activities by installing, removing, marking and maintaining the ice surface

· Checks ice-making equipment, machinery and supplies

· Perform shift work during days, nights, and weekends as required

· Ability to cover shift work in emergency situations

· Mentorship, schedule and supervise all arena staff

· Monitors arenas to ensure rental clients adhere to the scheduled ice times and are acting appropriately within the arena dressing rooms

· Improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with rentals and programs staff





· Provides quality customer service to a wide variety of arena users by providing assistance with concerns and questions

· Assists with checking the condition of the boards, ice thickness, glass, netting and areas in the arena during weekly ice maintenance times and make repairs as necessary

· Assists with completion of regular ice maintenance checks prior to each operation of the ice resurfacer and related equipment

· Participates in arena shutdowns, safety training requirements and other facility shutdowns

· Inventories and checks ice-making equipment, ice quality, machinery, supplies and general upkeep of the arena facilities

· Monitor arena performance in observance with Occupational Health and Safety Standards

· Develops preventative measures to ensure optimal operations of the arena

· Works toward improving operations, decrease arena closure time,



streamline work processes and work cooperatively with the Facility Rentals and Booking Coordinator and Programs staff to provide quality customer service

· Monitors ice quality and the general upkeep of the arena facilities to ensure they are maintained to a high-quality standard

· Assist in the overall needs of the facility operations throughout the Facility, both inside the building and outside, including building checks and monitoring mechanical equipment.

· Part of the on-call rotation for the Asset Managers

· All YMCA Facility Asset staff will be cross trained to be able to work at all YMCA Calgary locations as needed

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:





Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer.



Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email [email protected].

Company

YMCA Calgary

Location

Multiple Locations

Opening Date

17-01-2025

Closing Date

31-01-2025

The original job offer can be found in Kit Job:
https://www.kitjob.ca/job/90154184/arena-manager-full-time-vss-710-calgary/?utm_source=html