Supervisor, Special Events

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

The Full-Time Supervisor, Special Events (Install Leader) is responsible for the technical execution and operation of the Entertainment product based on the Technical Area's strategic plan, operational processes, and financial target.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Manages research, development and execution of all Theatrical Services Special Events, including exterior and interior scenic/lighting/rigging installations/strike.
• Oversees the supervision of the Theatrical Services Installation/Deconstruction department teams.
• Collaborates with Entertainment Production/Operations, Theatrical Services and Theming teams to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Coordinates and oversees all outside Theatrical Services Special Events contractors.
• Supervises Theatrical Services Special Events facilities and in-house and rental equipment maintenance.
• Supervises Theatrical Services Special Event expense and labor that align with Park and Departmental objectives. With senior management, interpret labor budgets for scheduling and generating Installation/Deconstruction schedules, including the execution of Scheduler and KRONOS.
• Supervises, develops, and oversees Theatrical Services Special Events project timelines to ensure park and departmental goals, safety targets and objectives are obtained.
• Supervises the recruitment, hiring, development, performance and evaluation of the Entertainment Theatrical Services Special Event (Installation/Deconstruction) team. Coach and develop Installation/Deconstruction team and administer quality standards developmental discussions for their direct reports.
• Collaborates with department executive leadership in the creation, execution and supervision of technical processes to achieve park and department safety targets.
• Develops, implements, and supervises the Theatrical Services Special Event department training programs.
• Member of Park Leadership Team "Manager on Duty Program."

Candidates with the following qualifications will be considered:

• Proven Supervisory skills, strong communication skills; positive attitude, team player; good negotiation abilities, collaboration skills, problem solving skills.

• Associates or BA in Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts, Technical Design, or equivalent professional experience.

• 2 years professional supervisory experience preferred.

• 1 year experience supervising execution of a budget preferred

• 2 years professional technical entertainment experience preferred.

• 2 years professional theatrical technical work experience preferred.

• VA Driver's License

• Required Experience with:

• Heavy equipment including Forklifts, Scissor and Boom Lifts

• Heights to over 100 feet

• Lift and move 75 pounds

• Outdoor work in temperature extremes

• OSHA, NEC, NFPA and IBC familiarity.

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.