Operations - IceDen
The Florida Panthers
| Company | The Florida Panthers |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Panthers IceDen |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Organization Overview: The Florida Panthers enter their 33 rd season in 2026-27 as one of the National Hockey League’s premier franchises. As back-to-back Stanley Cup champions in 2024 and 2025, the Cats have emerged victorious in 11 of their past 12 postseason series and have captured four Eastern Conference championships. The Panthers are led by President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Bill Zito entering his seventh season, and President of Business Operations Michael White who begins his first full season.
As the NHL’s southernmost team, the Panthers operate four facilities in Broward County, Florida: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise; the Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs; the state-of-the-art Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale; and the renovated War Memorial Auditorium, which hosts concerts and events for the South Florida faithful year-round.
An organization with deep roots in the community, the Panthers are owned by Vincent J. Viola, a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Emphasizing a culture of selfless service both on and off the ice, the Panthers pillar program, “Heroes Among Us,” honors a United States military veteran at every game. The Florida Panthers Foundation focuses on four core pillars: veterans’ affairs; children’s health and education; raising awareness for the endangered Florida Panther; and growing youth hockey throughout the region. The Panthers remain committed to empowering our fans to live sustainably and to strengthen the resiliency of our diverse communities throughout Florida and the tri-county area.
Operations Manager
Organization: Florida Panthers Hockey Club
Department: Arena Operations
Reports To: General Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt (Salaried)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Florida Panthers Ice Den, Coral Springs, FL — On-Site
Schedule: Flexibility required for evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Summary
The Operations Manager is responsible for the daily activities required to run, maintain, and service the facility and/or events, performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
Job Functions
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Direct, supervise, and schedule all aspects of Operations, including Engineering; Building and Grounds; Ice Maintenance and Zambonis; Technical Services; Security; and Custodial Services
Coordinate Operations activities with other departments and event-related contractors to ensure facility readiness and smooth operation of events
Implement and update facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Provide clear, concise, and timely communication of directives to other departments
Ensure that the Operations Department receives pertinent information for the most effective use of the facility and staffing
Oversee maintenance of the physical plant, systems, and equipment
Assist in the preparation of the Annual Operating Budget and recommend capital budgets for 1-year and 5-year long-range repairs and improvements to the facility
Authorize the requisition of equipment and supplies within budget guidelines; provide yearly inventory of all equipment
Ensure all laws, codes, ordinances, policies, procedures, Risk Management, safety precautions, rules/regulations, and emergency procedures are followed
Develop programs to train all employees on Fire/Life Safety, Emergency, and OSHA Procedures
Investigate, analyze, and resolve operational problems and complaints; conduct periodic staff meetings to discuss procedures, problems, and policy changes
Work closely with the General Manager in the preparation and negotiation of Service Agreements
Review contracts for compliance with events and/or government specifications and suitability for occupancy
Negotiate with vendors, unions, contractors, and/or service providers
Develop and implement preventive m