Honda Center
Vice President, Human Resources, The Rinks
Honda Center, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Vice President, Human Resources, The Rinks page is loaded Vice President, Human Resources, The Rinks Apply locations Irvine time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago job requisition id R-2025-306 A great experience starts with you!
The Rinks aims to provide a great experience for employees and guests alike! Join the team and become part of an industry-leading sports and entertainment organization. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! A skate on every foot, a hockey jersey on every back! Job Title: Vice President, Human Resources, The Rinks
Pay Details: The annual base salary range for this position in California is $220,000 to $275,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations. The Vice President, Human Resources for The Rinks is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of human resources across The Rinks Development Program, a dynamic and growing network of eight hockey and skating facilities throughout Southern California. This executive-level role ensures a best-in-class employee experience across all locations, while advancing the organization’s culture, talent, and operational HR excellence in alignment with The Rinks' local identity and the broader organizational goals of OCVIBE and affiliated entities. The VP will serve as a strategic and operational leader, partnering closely with local site leadership and central HR functions to develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies. This includes talent acquisition and retention, employee relations, workforce development, performance management, compensation and benefits support, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on, collaborative leadership style and a passion for cultivating a people-first culture across a highly service-oriented and community-focused environment. Responsibilities Serve as the senior-most HR leader for The Rinks, responsible for developing and executing a localized HR strategy that reflects the unique needs, programs, and employee populations at each facility
Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, training, engagement, development, and offboarding
Partner with operational leaders to address workforce planning, staffing levels, employee relations, and performance management
Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels
Serve as a key advisor to The Rinks’ leadership team on organizational structure, workforce effectiveness, and team development
Collaborate with corporate HR leaders on enterprise-wide HR initiatives, including compensation programs, benefits administration, DEI, learning and development, and HRIS implementation
Lead and mentor a team of HR professionals assigned to The Rinks, fostering a culture of accountability, trust, service, and continuous improvement
Promote employee engagement and a positive work culture through proactive communication, recognition, and issue resolution
Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform decision-making and support continuous organizational improvement
Skills Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field required
Advanced degree (MBA, MHR, JD, or equivalent) preferred
Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing HR operations across multiple sites or business units
Experience in hospitality, recreation, sports, entertainment, or similarly customer-facing, service-driven environments preferred
Proven experience developing and executing strategic HR initiatives that align with business goals
Demonstrated success leading HR teams in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment
In-depth understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and regulatory compliance
Strong knowledge of talent management, employee engagement, organizational development, and compensation principles
Familiarity with workforce operations in recreational, service, or youth-program-focused environments
Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, influence outcomes, and foster collaboration across diverse teams
Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to tailor messaging to a range of audiences
High level of proficiency in HR systems, data analytics, and process improvement
Able to serve as a visible, accessible, and trusted HR leader across all Rinks locations
Able to balance strategic vision with operational execution in a fast-moving, service-oriented setting
Able to coach and develop others, fostering a culture of learning and high performance
Able to manage sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Education -
Bachelor's Degree Experience Required –
10+ Years This position is on-site. JM2025
About Us
The Rinks Development Program launched in 2009, and consists of seven local hockey and skating facilities throughout Southern California: six ice rinks - Anaheim ICE, Lakewood ICE, Westminster ICE, Yorba Linda ICE, Poway ICE and Great Park ICE, as well as one inline facility - Irvine Inline. The Rinks offer a variety of hockey and skating programs for participants of all ages and ability levels. The Rinks is home to thousands of youth and adult hockey players as well as recreational skaters to competitive Olympic figure skaters. The Rinks organization is proud to be part of Anaheim Ducks & San Diego Gulls Hockey Clubs and Honda Center.
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The Rinks aims to provide a great experience for employees and guests alike! Join the team and become part of an industry-leading sports and entertainment organization. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! A skate on every foot, a hockey jersey on every back! Job Title: Vice President, Human Resources, The Rinks
Pay Details: The annual base salary range for this position in California is $220,000 to $275,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations. The Vice President, Human Resources for The Rinks is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of human resources across The Rinks Development Program, a dynamic and growing network of eight hockey and skating facilities throughout Southern California. This executive-level role ensures a best-in-class employee experience across all locations, while advancing the organization’s culture, talent, and operational HR excellence in alignment with The Rinks' local identity and the broader organizational goals of OCVIBE and affiliated entities. The VP will serve as a strategic and operational leader, partnering closely with local site leadership and central HR functions to develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies. This includes talent acquisition and retention, employee relations, workforce development, performance management, compensation and benefits support, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on, collaborative leadership style and a passion for cultivating a people-first culture across a highly service-oriented and community-focused environment. Responsibilities Serve as the senior-most HR leader for The Rinks, responsible for developing and executing a localized HR strategy that reflects the unique needs, programs, and employee populations at each facility
Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, training, engagement, development, and offboarding
Partner with operational leaders to address workforce planning, staffing levels, employee relations, and performance management
Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels
Serve as a key advisor to The Rinks’ leadership team on organizational structure, workforce effectiveness, and team development
Collaborate with corporate HR leaders on enterprise-wide HR initiatives, including compensation programs, benefits administration, DEI, learning and development, and HRIS implementation
Lead and mentor a team of HR professionals assigned to The Rinks, fostering a culture of accountability, trust, service, and continuous improvement
Promote employee engagement and a positive work culture through proactive communication, recognition, and issue resolution
Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform decision-making and support continuous organizational improvement
Skills Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field required
Advanced degree (MBA, MHR, JD, or equivalent) preferred
Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing HR operations across multiple sites or business units
Experience in hospitality, recreation, sports, entertainment, or similarly customer-facing, service-driven environments preferred
Proven experience developing and executing strategic HR initiatives that align with business goals
Demonstrated success leading HR teams in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment
In-depth understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and regulatory compliance
Strong knowledge of talent management, employee engagement, organizational development, and compensation principles
Familiarity with workforce operations in recreational, service, or youth-program-focused environments
Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, influence outcomes, and foster collaboration across diverse teams
Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to tailor messaging to a range of audiences
High level of proficiency in HR systems, data analytics, and process improvement
Able to serve as a visible, accessible, and trusted HR leader across all Rinks locations
Able to balance strategic vision with operational execution in a fast-moving, service-oriented setting
Able to coach and develop others, fostering a culture of learning and high performance
Able to manage sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Education -
Bachelor's Degree Experience Required –
10+ Years This position is on-site. JM2025
About Us
The Rinks Development Program launched in 2009, and consists of seven local hockey and skating facilities throughout Southern California: six ice rinks - Anaheim ICE, Lakewood ICE, Westminster ICE, Yorba Linda ICE, Poway ICE and Great Park ICE, as well as one inline facility - Irvine Inline. The Rinks offer a variety of hockey and skating programs for participants of all ages and ability levels. The Rinks is home to thousands of youth and adult hockey players as well as recreational skaters to competitive Olympic figure skaters. The Rinks organization is proud to be part of Anaheim Ducks & San Diego Gulls Hockey Clubs and Honda Center.
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