SFDK Water Quality / Life Support Supervisor $80,000-$95,000/Year

Overview: 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. Responsibilities: * 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 Qualifications: * 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