Splish Splash Seasonal Aquatics Manager

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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.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feels welcome, valued, and loved. All individuals are treated equally and with respect.

• Supervise daily operations of the Aquatics team and any assigned departments.
• Lead by example, representing 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 hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline of assigned employees.
• Ensure lifeguard rotations and standards meet Ellis and Associates requirements.
• Ensure that all required meal and other breaks comply with NY law.
• Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities.
• Delight all guests by providing courteous assistance to address their questions or concerns.
• 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, proactively identify potential hazards, and inform leadership and/or maintenance team.
• Ensure park areas are clean and free of hazards prior to daily opening.
• React calmly and professionally during emergency situations.
• Assist with crowd control in emergencies.
• Ensure pre‑opening and closing check lists are completed by the Aquatics team.
• Update and ensure proper zone coverage and zone validations for each spot in the park.

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NY Child Labor Laws.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be willing and able to work with a diverse staff of lifeguards.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all swim tests, water rescues, and assists.
• Ability to comply with all uniform policies.
• Must possess a safety‑oriented mindset and understand regulations regarding aquatics safety standards.
• Ability to attend 4 hours of in‑service training per month.
• Ability to take control of emergency and intense situations while remaining calm.
• Ability to manage crowd control during emergency situations.
• Must demonstrate willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Must be guest‑focused and work well with other team members and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• 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.

• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

• 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.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently kneel, stoop, bend, squat, twist or reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to use hands to grasp, finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess 20/25 correct vision; corrective lens, if required, worn while on duty.

Working at Splish Splash is about making people happy! Earn extra money while having fun, making new friends, and enjoying a flexible schedule. Pay rate: $23.50 per hour.

Benefits include flexible schedule, cross‑train across departments, free admission on days off, and invitations to exclusive company‑sponsored employee events throughout the season.

Working conditions include constant exposure to outdoor aquatics environments, variable outside temperatures, water and pool chemicals, and frequent interruptions that require reprioritization of activities.

Apply today and join a team that values safety, guest focus, and continuous learning.