Salary: $65,465.00 - $115,941.00 Annually
Location : Rockville, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 13560
Department: MC Parks
Division: Enterprise Division
Opening Date: 10/19/2026
Closing Date: 11/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
DescriptionMontgomery Parks is hiring an
Ice Rink Assistant Manager to support daily operations at the
Cabin John Ice Rink and
Cabin John Miniature Train in
Rockville, MD, as part of the Enterprise Team. This is a hands-on role that works closely with staff and facility operations to keep programs, rentals, and services running smoothly.
The Ice Rink Assistant Manager works alongside the Ice Rink Manager to oversee daily activity at the Cabin John Ice Rink, including ice programs and rentals across three sheets of ice (Olympic, NHL, and studio rink). The assistant manager is actively involved in coordinating schedules for leased ice contracts and facility programs, ensuring activities run on time and without interruption. The position also supports building operations, maintenance coordination, and on-site problem-solving, while assisting with administrative tasks, financial tracking, reporting, and budget preparation.
This position has direct responsibility for Pro Shop operations, including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, promotional materials, and staff training, and supports oversight of snack bar operations. The Ice Rink Assistant Manager is also involved in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising seasonal staff such as manager aides, skate guards, and custodial and maintenance staff, and provides day-to-day supervision of the Front-End Operations Manager and the Snack Bar/Miniature Train Manager to ensure consistent coverage, customer service, and coordinated operations across the facility.
Learn More About the Facilities and Enterprise Division- Cabin John Ice Rink:
- Cabin John Miniature Train:
- Montgomery Parks Enterprise Division:
Examples of Important DutiesAssists in the Management of the Cabin John Ice Rink- Manages day-to-day facility operations and establish operating procedures.
- Assists Ice Rink Manager with scheduling leased ice contracts and ensuring that all scheduled facility programming is run on time and without interruption.
- Serves as manager on duty for selected shifts.
- Ensures safety and security of buildings and patrons.
- Assembles information and prepares selected reports as directed by supervisor(s).
- Coordinates with staff the maintenance and repairs of the facilities and ground and ensures they are promptly addressed with minimal disruption to facility programs and schedules.
- Oversee and manage special events.
- Manages customer service activities of the facility. Set a positive example for employees ensuring customers are treated in a prompt, professional, respectful manner.
- Assists with Budget preparation.
- Assists with recruiting, hiring, training, and scheduling staff.
Manages Snack Bar, Pro Shop, and Vending Operations- Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and supervise staff.
- Select and orders merchandise and supplies.
- Oversees snack bar equipment (ensures proper operation, purchases equipment, and oversees necessary repairs).
- Oversees pro shop equipment (ensures proper operation, purchases equipment, and oversees necessary repairs).
- Receives and maintains all necessary certifications (ServSafe Food Manager and ServSafe Allergens) to oversee operations.
- Controls inventory and ensures accuracy of sales and inventory records.
- Oversees daily operations.
- Monitors revenue and expenditure and prepares required reports.
- Prepares budget recommendations for supervisor to review and approve.
Programs-Schedules Facilities- Assists in the scheduling of sessions and ongoing programs for the rink.
- Ensure that all scheduled facility programming is run on time, as scheduled daily without interruption.
Supervision of Staff- Provides oversight and support of two full-time career employees (Front-End Operations Manager, Snack Bar, and Miniature Train Manager).
- Responsible, with assistance of the career managers, for supervision and oversight of all seasonal staff to include the snack bar, miniature train, pro shop, manager aides, skate guards, and custodial/maintenance staff.
Skills and Characteristics That Support Success- Ability to lead staff and communicate clearly and effectively.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Comfort using data to inform decisions and improve operations.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with office, scheduling, email, and reporting tools.
- Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Comprehensive knowledge of recreational facility operations, safety standards, budgeting, program planning, and cash handling.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Facility Management, Recreation Management, Education, Business Administration, Physical Education, Communication, Leisure Services, or any related field.
- Two (2) years of responsible professional experience working in a facility related to parks, recreation, leisure services, or area of required specialty (e.g., arts, performing arts, equestrian, tennis, aquatics, gymnastics, ice rinks); including one (1) year as a facility manager, program coordinator or supervisor.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total six (6) years.
- Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
- Contingent upon area of assignment, some positions in this class may require valid: (a) operating license (e.g., county pool operator, childcare license) as appropriate; (b) First Aid, CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED) certifications; or (c) certifications as related to assignment (e.g., Lifeguard Instruction, Fundamentals of Gymnastics).
- Pass Commission medical exam.
Supplemental Information Classification Specification: May be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing.
Working Conditions - Works inside and outside an assigned facility, which may operate seven days per week.
- Works extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- On-call to respond to emergencies as required.
- Frequently required to remain stationary, operate motor vehicles, and communicate and exchange information with internal staff and the public.
- Must be able to see both short and long distances.
- Occasionally lifts equipment and other items weighing up to 49 pounds.
- Ascends and descends ladders and stairs.
Additional Details- The salary range shown reflects the full earning potential for this role. Your actual pay will be based on your experience.
- Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- We offer a flexible and competitive benefits package.
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Describe in detail your work experience in managing recreational facilities and if you have managed more than one simultaneously.
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Please describe your experience working in retail and/or a food establishment.
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Please explain your personnel management experience with full and part-time staff.
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