Full-Time Aquatics Supervisor 

Job Type: Full-Time – Salaried
Category: Operations
Park Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Join our Team at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, TX for a Full-Time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Extended Paid Time Off (including Vacation, Bereavement, and Jury Duty), Bonus potential, 401k with matching, and a minimum average of 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling year-round.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As the Full-Time Aquatics Supervisor at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, your role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our guests at our Hurricane Harbor water attractions. Leading the charge in the daily operation of our waterpark, you will oversee lifeguard performance, implement safety protocols/trainings, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment. Your strong leadership skills will set the standard for excellence in guest service and safety, inspiring your team to uphold the highest standards. Effective communication will be key, whether providing instructions to leadership/lifeguards or addressing guest concerns. Embrace your role as a leader with confidence, knowing that your dedication and passion will play a vital role in the success of our Aquatics Operations. If you’re ready to dive into a dynamic role where you’ll lead a team, ensure guest and employee safety, and create unforgettable experiences, apply today!

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

• Oversee Day-to-Day Operations: You'll take charge of the day-to-day operations of the park's aquatic facilities, ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine.
• Supervise Operational Activities: Directing operational activities within designated areas, you'll meet the needs of both guests and staff while maintaining a positive atmosphere.
• Cultivate a High-Performance Team: Building a positive, high-performance team culture will be a priority, enhancing retention rates and fostering a sense of camaraderie among team members.
• Provide Mentorship: Offering mentorship to all team members, you'll support their goal achievement through positive communication and coaching.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures: Ensuring strict adherence to all standard operating procedures related to slides and attractions, you'll adapt procedures as waterpark operations evolve.
• Engage in Advanced Planning: Advanced planning will be key to effectively managing volume, sales, and throughput in all areas, optimizing the guest experience.
• Drive Performance Enhancements: Developing action plans and analyzing data/trends, you'll drive ongoing performance enhancements and reduce incidents.
• Maintain Compliance: You'll maintain compliance with Ellis & Associates and corporate aquatics policies and standards, keeping accurate records as per Six Flags and Ellis & Associates policies.
• Coordinate Training: Coordinating and conducting lifeguard certification, department orientation, slide training, and ongoing on-the-job training, you'll ensure every team member is well-prepared.
• Approach Problem-Solving: Approaching problem-solving and difficult situations with a composed and attentive demeanor, you'll find effective solutions.
• Recruit and Train Staff: From recruitment to training and scheduling, you'll oversee all aspects of staff management with precision and organization.
• Facilitate Continuous Development: Facilitating continuous on-the-job development, you'll ensure your team is always improving and growing.
• Foster Interdepartmental Communication: Fostering effective communication with other departments, you'll optimize guest service efficiencies.
• Contribute to Fiscal Goals: Assisting in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of fiscal budgets and labor optimization efforts, you'll contribute to the financial success of Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
• Commit to Safety Standards: Demonstrating unwavering commitment to safety standards, you'll prioritize the well-being of both guests and staff.
• Meet Sales Targets: Consistently meeting or surpassing established sales and service targets, you'll play a crucial role in the growth of Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
• Act as Manager On-Duty: Stepping in as Manager On-Duty as needed, you'll ensure operations run smoothly for your department and division. 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong organizational, administrative, and public relations abilities
• Eligibility to obtain or possession of an Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor Certification.
• At least two years of experience in aquatics operations, with a proven track record in lifeguarding, lifeguard training, swim instruction, and/or CPO/AFO.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a team-oriented approach.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to anticipate and manage multiple projects of varying priority from planning through execution to follow-up. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical capability to stand and walk for extended periods outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and sun.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Eligibility to obtain or possession of a valid Texas state driver's license.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Preferred experience in a theme park environment.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is advantageous.

OTHER NOTES:

• May perform other duties beyond scope outlined above as necessary to support the overall operation of the park.
• Reports directly to the Director of Operations

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate. Six Flags is a Drug Free Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested Candidates should apply online at Careers.sixflags.com

Park Location: San Antonio, TX - Six Flags Fiesta Texas