Staff Assistant

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About Buffalo State


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.

Faculty/Professional
Professional


Department
Intercollegiate Athletics


Local Title
Ice Rink Manager/Facilities Assistant


Budget Title
Staff Assistant


Rank
SL-2


Line Number
50123


Salary Range
65,000


FTE
Full-Time


Bargaining Unit
UUP


PRODiG+ Position
No


Executive Position
No


FLSA
Exempt


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Brief Job Description


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.

Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor's degree

Anticipated Date of Hire
12/03/2026


Priority Review Date

Application Deadline Date
11/08/2026


Open Until Filled
No


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Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer


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, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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