Splish Splash Safety Specialist

• Support HSE leadership with incorporating Palace HSE standards and local HSE requirements into park procedures and training 

• Conduct proactive risk assessments to identify and minimize potential risks in all aspects of park operations 

• Assist when performing self-audits and inspections to verify compliance with HSE standards, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations   

• Assist HSE leadership with ensuring maintenance equipment, amusement devices, attractions, rides, facilities and other equipment meet applicable industry standards, as defined by local regulations, applicable ASTM and Splish Splash standards 

• Lead, conduct and assist in investigations for guest and employee HSE related incidents 

• Prepare and enter incident reports into incident reporting and management system 

• Assist with developing corrective and preventive actions to address incidents 

• Coordinate the timely and accurate completion of recurring HSE reports 

• Assist with departmental data entry, filing, and administrative tasks 

• Maintain First Aid, Injury & HSE files and ensuring accurate documentation while always upholding confidentiality of this sensitive information 

• Participate in accident investigations of guest and employee incidents, as needed 

• Actively assist other internal departments and external services during emergencies 

• Assist in the development and execution of park-wide safety, first aid, and sustainability processes and procedures 

• All other duties assigned by leadership 

• Pay Rate: $21.50 / hr.

Education and Experience: 

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent 

• Bachelor’s Degree of Health & Safety, Emergency Management, Engineering, Sustainability, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline is highly desired; Equivalent work experience will also be considered 

• 1-2 years of previous safety or environmental experience highly desired 

• Previous experience with health & safety-related investigations is preferred 

• Previous hospitality, amusement park, theme park, or waterpark experience preferred 

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 have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift 

• Ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive park and guest information 

• Ability to understand and apply knowledge of HSE policies and procedures, interviewing, listening, and note-taking techniques for specific situations 

• Ability to deal fairly, objectively, and courteously with the public without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs 

• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations 

• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner 

• Ability to collaborate with other team members, external first responders, and emergency personnel during emergency situations 

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday 

• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders 

• Ability to remain sedentary for extended periods of time, while using a computer/camera equipment 

• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more 

Working Conditions: 

• This role will be based in both an office setting as well as frequent exposure to all other indoor and outdoor park environments 

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain and other weather conditions 

• Exposure to a variety of stressful emergency situations involving people or property 

• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments 

• Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities