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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

Department Website

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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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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/8530

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, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [email protected] or call (716) 878-3042.

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.

Clery Statement

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 (716) 878-6333.

Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Buffalo State website

• Buffalo News

• Buffalo Rocket

• Challenger

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• HigherEdJobs

• Panorama Hispano News

• Employee Referral

• Other

• • All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.

• I agree to comply with the college's policy.

• I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

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