Splish Splash Seasonal Aquatics Manager

Location: Calverton

locations:
Splish Splash, 2549 Splish Splash Drive, Calverton, NY 11933, United States of America Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose:
* Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating*. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

An Aquatics Seasonal Manager is responsible for the care and safety all guests and employees in the park. Supervisors will oversee the day-to-day operation in their assigned areas, assist with training of Aquatics staff, as well as assist with administrative duties. Supervisors will provide direction and guidance to Aquatics Leads, as well as the lifeguards on duty.
** We are currently looking for a:
** Splish Splash Seasonal Aquatics Manager
** Roles & Responsibilities:
**** Supervisory Duties:
*** Supervise the daily operations of the Aquatics team and any other assigned departments
* Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Splish Splash core values
* Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
* Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all aquatics and lifeguarding positions and backfill these positions when needed
* Participate in all aspects of supervision of assigned employees, including hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline.
* Ensure lifeguard rotations are within the Ellis and Associates standards
* Ensure lifeguards are exceeding the Ellis and Associates standards
* Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with NY law
* Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities
** Departmental Duties:
*** Delight all guests by quickly and expertly providing courteous assistance to address their questions or concerns.
* Provide bathroom breaks for all team members, as needed
* Render first-aid (within scope of knowledge) to injured guests or team members
* Handle operation-related guest concerns and assist with lost children
* Escalate major guest concerns to management or maintenance team in a timely manner
* Maintain constant vigilance and proactively identify potential hazards; inform Park leadership and/or maintenance team of any such situations in a timely manner
* Ensure that all Park areas are clean and free of hazards, prior to daily opening
* React in a calm and professional manner during emergency situations
* Assist with crowd control in emergency situations
* Ensure pre-opening and closing check lists are done by Aquatics team members
* Update and ensure proper Zone Coverage and Zone Validations are done for each spot in the park
* All other duties assigned by leadership
* Pay Rate: $23.50 / hr.
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* Education and Experience:

*** No education requirements for this position
* 2-3 years of previous lifeguard experience desired
* Must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Program before becoming a lifeguard at Splish Splash. All Lifeguard candidates will be required to obtain the Ellis Lifeguard Certification instructional handbook and pass all certification requirements. (Swim 200 yards doing front crawl or breaststroke; Retrieve 10-lb brick from 11 ft of water; and tread water without hands for 2 minutes)
** Language:
*** Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English
* Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
** Requirements:
*** Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NY Child Labor Laws
* Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Must be willing and able…