Job Description

(Seasonal, Exempt)

Starting Wage: $13.00/hour

Closing Date: Open until filled; posting may close at any time

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Variable

Must be 16 years or older

How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application. For general questions about the position, contact Parks and Recreation at 785-587-2757.

Position Purpose Provide an excellent skating experience for customers at the Manhattan Ice Rink by providing patrons with the equipment necessary to skate, ensuring safety while on the ice, and answering customer questions.

Job Duties

• Issue equipment to patrons upon arrival and clean equipment upon exit.
• Ensure patrons follow rules and participate safely.
• Perform necessary ice work, including scraping off excess snow on ice, fixing cracks and holes, and re-surfacing when needed.
• Maintain clean workspaces, restrooms, and rink for staff and patrons.
• Follow directions from the MPRD supervisor, Ice Rink manager, and Skating Lesson supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer service and possess a service philosophy that reflects the MPRD’s mission.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with other employees, department personnel, and the public (skaters, parents, etc.). Engage with these individuals in a helpful, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Additional Qualifications

• Customer service experience.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Ice skating experience or instruction on skating techniques, either hockey or figure.

Other Information

• This is not a KPERS-covered position. As such, employees in this role will not work beyond 999 hours in a calendar year.
• Applicants must pass a background check.
• Staff will be required to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Ice rink is open October 30, 2026 - February 6, 2027.
• Staff will be required to attend in-service training.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.