Requirements 

Education & Training: High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree preferred. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of operations-based experience with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory capacity; must hold or be willing to obtain lifeguard instructor certification from Ellis & Associates, Certified Pool Operator certification and any other required certification, training or licenses.   

Languages: Fluent English; Spanish a plus     

Skills:  

• Communication – Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively with a wide range of diverse personnel including park guests and international J-1 Visa participants  

• Leadership – Inspire others to achieve results, establish credibility throughout the organization and maintain a visible leadership role in appropriate industry, community and business organizations as necessary 

• Problem Solving/Analysis – Define problems, research and collect data, draw valid conclusions and execute remedial strategies in a timely manner including instances of guest recovery  

• Project Management – Understand and manage projects from concept to completion. Develop and achieve strategic objectives, plans and time schedules; organize and manage competing priorities, while maintaining a steadfast commitment to detail; Manage the aquatics expense budget in compliance with purchasing procedures 

• Executive Presence – Represent the Company well internally and externally; convey a professional and positive image of the organization and business affiliates 

• Flexibility – Handle multiple priorities simultaneously; maintain a flexible work schedule to meet changing demands for multiple concurrent projects including evenings, weekends and Holidays 

• Initiative and Adaptability – Take initiative and execute plans to accomplish strategic objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment 

• Computer Proficiency – MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams); Workday  

Experience:  Operations, Aquatics, Management  

Other: Subject to bloodborne pathogens, proper PPE is required in these situations; Physical demands include ability to walk and stand for long periods of time outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat; Ability to perform physical inspections of the facility and attractions, this may include frequent bending, stooping and lifting up to 50 pounds; Demonstrated ability to successfully perform all swim tests, water rescues, and skills including:  

· Ability to swim 200 yards using front crawl/freestyle or breaststroke 

· Ability to retrieve a 10-pound brick from at least 11 feet of water 

· Ability to tread water for 2 minutes without the use of hands  

Relationships 

Internal: Work effectively with and support all of the other park Department Managers and Support Center staff.  

External: Interact with a variety of vendors, suppliers and service providers including government agencies, aquatics safety program directors and 3rd party inspectors.  

Organization 

Number of direct reports: 3 Seasonal Aquatics Supervisors  

Any other relevant comments: Schedule during peak season will include long hours, weekends and holidays; Some travel required for recruiting and ongoing training and development