Water Quality / Life Support Supervisor

Responsible for the overall operation of the Life Support department including staffing, water chemistry, facility operation, facility maintenance, upgrades, project management, and adherence to governmental and safety policies.

• Responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation of the Life Support department
• Operate and maintain all related equipment and chemical processes
• Interview, coach and discipline Associates as needed with the Facility Maintenance Manager
• Assist in preparation of annual budget under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and the Facility Maintenance Manager
• Oversee the purchasing of new materials and supplies for the department
• Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and Facility Maintenance Manager, act as Project Manager for the design of new exhibits
• Communicate needs and problems to the Director of Maintenance, Director of Animal Care and Veterinarian Department
• Oversee the department’s safety program and enforce safety policies and procedures
• Serve as a member of the Animal Husbandry Committee and the Animal Welfare Committee to review park compliance with legislation
• Serve as Chairman of the Dive Control Board; work with the DSO to ensure safe dive operations
• Interface with regulatory agencies and accrediting organizations to maintain all standards accordingly.
• Work in concert with Facility Maintenance Manager to ensure all facilities are complaint with both regulatory and accrediting organization as appropriate.
• Develop, implement and enforce all departmental policies as needed; follow and enforce all polices of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
• Other duties as requested

• 2-5 years previous experience as a Life Support Lead with an AZA or ZAA accredited institution is preferred or equivalent work experience
• AALSO Life Support Operator or AALSO Water Quality Certification Preferred
• Must be proficient managing closed loop filtration systems for marine mammals and fish
• Must be proficient troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading mechanical equipment associated with life support systems (Pumps, motors, ozone, automation, etc.)
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of water chemistry, as it applies to a wide variety of systems including marine mammal, fish and avian systems
• Open water diving certificate preferred or willingness to obtain
• Prior experience in project management required
• Must be able to work in all types of weather both indoors and outdoors
• Must be able to deal effectively with other professionals and governmental agencies
• Must possess excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Must be a strong swimmer and willing to work in and around cold saltwater as needed
• Must possess good corrected/uncorrected eyesight.
•  Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Applications