Park Supervisor
Job Purpose
The Park Supervisor is responsible for
the day-to-day operations of a WildPlay Park, a multi-element adventure park providing zip lines and adventure courses.
In this role you provide direct
guidance to the frontline team, demonstrating
professional, fun and conscientious qualities and can easily step into the role of a Guide or Guest Services Agent. Every day is a new adventure and you enjoy the breadth of duties that come with inspiring staff, solving operational issues related to people flow and technologies and dealing with the unexpected. At the heart of every day
is the desire to deliver an awesome guest experience to park visitor. You champion WildPlay’s
risk management and brand standards and support the Park Manager in fulfilling his/her accountabilities.
This role reports to the Park Manager (with accountabilities to members of the Park
Services HQ team).
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
Direct activities that ensure adherence to WildPlay’s standards in
guest service, risk management, and employee conduct
Interact with guests to ensure service expectations are being set, met, and exceeded
Implement on-site sales strategies to secure immediate and return/referral revenue
Assist the Park Manager in financial and administrative needs (deposits, cash management, invoice and billing
processing, etc.)
Assist to develop Element and Park operating
schedules
Develop and maintain employees’ schedules
Ensure information and premises security, including oversight of hard copy and electronic systems and records
Ensure compliance with procedures for the opening, operating, and closing of the Park
Maintain a clean and neat Park appearance
Model the standard of guest service and lead fulfilment of principles and processes
Integrate WildPlay’s culture and core values into the day-to-day decisions made at the park
Remain aware of liability issues pertaining to Park operations, and ensuring
frontline team members are informed and act accordingly
Ensure adherence to government statutes, laws, by-laws, and permit restrictions relevant to Park operations, and represent WildPlay appropriately to officials
Maintain accurate issues-management records regarding: conflicts/problems, accidents/incidents, facility maintenance, environmental impact, etc.
Work collaboratively with the Park Manager to
recruitment, coaching, deliver on-going development/mentoring, and performance management reviews. This role may be required to provide staff-level training
Assist the Park Manager with other duties as requested (e.g. marketing efforts, business development efforts, property management, etc.).
Maintain a solid understanding of all Park jobs and roles
Step in when needed as support for Element and
Guest
Services staff
Ensure daily staff duties are fulfilled, and acts as the point-of-contact when Park Manager is off-site. May be designated by the Park Manager to attend Park Network meetings and conference calls
Qualifications and Experience
Knowledge
High School Diploma required
Post-secondary education in business management, tourism, human resources
or related area is desirable (or several seasons of tourism/business work experience)
Understanding of regional labor standards
Experience
Minimum 2 years frontline experience in a service-related industry
Previous
supervisory/management experience with a team of frontline staff
Management/supervisory experience in a service-related industry an asset
Adventure tourism industry experience, or previous experience with WildPlay an asset
Skills
Ability to understand and operate various software applications. Experience with reservation/booking system, scheduling and HR systems an asset
HR management/supervisory skills – hiring, coaching, disciplining, conflict management
Risk Management awareness
Excellent organization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative problem-solving skills
Ability to anticipate potential challenges and plan accordingly
Attributes and Behaviours
Enthusiastic in the pursuit of excellence
Professional demeanor
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others
Openly shares ideas and information
Assists
guests and team members unprompted
Takes pride in the achievement of personal and team objectives
Strives to establish credibility with peers and Managers
Self-motivated
– driven to achieve results
High customer service ethic – passionate about meeting customer
expectations and improving service levels
Keeps pace with change –
independently acquires knowledge/skills as the business
develops
Work Schedule
Full-time year-round or seasonal work with a flexible schedule that varies based on the needs of the business. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is typical.
About WildPlay
WildPlay exists to challenge people so that they evolve beyond their self-perceived limits – because life isn’t lived to the fullest in a comfort zone. We are a fast-paced, values-driven company that builds and operates sustainable adventure parks in North America. You can be part of this movement by combining your passion with purpose every day while contributing to the successful operation of WildPlay’s growth in the United States. Our high-performing team helps you advance your skills and allows you to come to work each day and be your best, most authentic self. We believe in the power of diversity and ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.