At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
What you get to do:This individual will direct all people-related functions while developing and executing HR strategies that solidly position our people for success. We seek a strong leader who is comfortable, compatible, and influential with all employees, from entry through the executive levels of our parks. In addition to strategic leadership, the VP, Human Resources will also be expected to roll up his/her sleeves and work on tactical challenges. This person must be a master of all HR disciplines as well as an expert at high-volume sourcing/hiring for part-time and seasonal positions. This individual must be an advocate for and teacher of our Company culture and values. A positive attitude and passion for excellence, service, and safety are essential. You will:
- Lead and manage all park-level people-related initiatives and functions
- Promote park culture and workplace climate
- Ensure everyone has the opportunity to excel in a productive, engaging, and motivating environment
- Oversee all people-related functions, ensuring effectiveness, sound practices, efficiency, compliance, and satisfaction of business needs
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and other leaders to design and develop programs, policies, and compensation practices
- Execute strategic, operational and tactical plans
- Oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution
- Promote the use of an alternative dispute resolution program
- Drive initiatives that consistently promote a positive working environment
- Develop annual financial and capital budgets
- Assist in the development and management of the overall labor budget and management
- Identify internal and external trends which could impact the workplace
- Ensure proper resources are positioned and utilized
- Provide support to Human Resources team and operational leadership on all HR-related matters
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements as well as company guidelines, ethical and social principles
What it takes to succeed:- Related Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of five (5) years of HR leadership experience
- Experience managing a large team that includes other leaders
- Understanding of human resources compliance, legal, and regulatory issues
- Proficiency in human resources labor metrics and analytics
- Proven experience with high-volume hiring
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support our theme park business objectives
The perks of the position:As part of the SeaWorld family, you'll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
- Paid Floating Holidays
- Accrual based Paid Time Off
- SEA Employee Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- SEA Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
Join the team!If you're looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an entertainment industry leader, we're looking for you!
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.