Full-Time

Supervisor

Guest Arrival

Posted on 5/9/2026

United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts

1,001-5,000 employees

Zoological parks offering welfare and conservation.

No salary listed

Philadelphia, PA, USA

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Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Requirements
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old
  • At least 1 year proven leadership experience and a good understanding of labor and expense management.
  • Able to successfully complete provided CPR/AED training/certification
  • Capable and willing to become trained and certified at all areas within the Operations departments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfortable speaking in front of large groups of guests and team members
  • Able to multi-task and adapt to changes in a fast paced working environment
  • Have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Able to stand for long periods of time; able to lift 25 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds; comfortable working at heights up to 60 feet, around water and able to walk in sand
  • Able to assist in ride testing by riding all park rides
  • Available to work varying shifts or hours, which may include days, evenings and nights
  • 2 or more years leadership experience preferred
  • 3 years guest service experience preferred
  • Possession or pursuit of a bachelor’s degree preferred
  • A valid state driver’s license with the ability obtain a company driver’s license preferred
  • Comfortable working at heights 150 feet preferred
Responsibilities
  • Ensure a safe environment for all team members, guests, and animals
  • Responsible for the development of Assistant Supervisors, OJTs, and team members by providing training, feedback and coaching
  • Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in the park, conduct quality inspections of assigned areas, and follow up on any improvement opportunities
  • Ensure compliance to all state/federal regulations, park policies, and department procedures
  • Assist in the creation and adjustment of labor line schedules to maximize resources
  • Maintain resources as needed to complete work assignments
  • Ensure assigned work areas are within projected financial plans, this includes both revenue and expenses as assigned
  • Assist the Director and Managers in various projects to improve park operation
  • Handle conflicts between guests and/or team members seeking a win-win solution within company guidelines and strategic objectives
  • Know and ensure team members follow all policies and procedures outlined in the team member handbook
  • Ensure all team members provide exceptional guest service
  • Perform other miscellaneous tasks as required
Desired Qualifications
  • 2 years of leadership experience preferred
  • 3 years guest service experience preferred
  • Possession or pursuit of a bachelor’s degree preferred
  • A valid state driver's license with the ability obtain a company driver's license preferred
  • Comfortable working at heights 150 feet preferred
United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts

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United Parks & Resorts is a zoological organization that blends entertainment with wildlife care and conservation. It operates zoological collections and offers experiences, merchandise, and educational resources for families and travelers, with ticket sales serving as a primary revenue stream. A portion of proceeds supports animal rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation programs worldwide, including efforts to return rescued marine and terrestrial animals to their natural habitats. The company emphasizes animal welfare, training, husbandry, and veterinary care as core capabilities, and pursues sustainability across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. It also tackles ocean plastics and wildlife threats through partnerships with conservation groups. The overall goal is to provide engaging experiences while actively protecting wildlife and ecosystems for the long term.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Orlando, Florida

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Weather normalization in 2025-2026 after 2024 hurricanes restores attendance to pre-storm levels.
  • New attractions like Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens drive repeat visits and per-capita spending growth.
  • Global expansion via SeaWorld Abu Dhabi and international licensing creates high-margin revenue streams.

What critics are saying

  • Universal Epic Universe in Orlando directly competes for family visitors, reducing SeaWorld attendance 10-20%.
  • Q1 2025 attendance declined 1.7% to 3.4M guests; per-capita spending weakness continues eroding revenue.
  • PETA campaigns targeting killer whale captivity drive boycotts among ethical consumers, suppressing demand.

What makes United Parks & Resorts unique

  • Operates 12+ parks globally including SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, diversifying revenue beyond U.S. markets.
  • Combines zoological expertise with entertainment, offering unique marine education experiences competitors lack.
  • Culinary partnerships with C3 brands like TOMA enhance in-park spending and guest experience differentiation.

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Company News

PR Newswire
May 12th, 2025
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. First Quarter 2025 Highlights Attendance was 3.4 million guests, a decrease of approximately 59,000 guests or 1.7% from the first quarter of 2024. Total revenue was $286.9 million, a decrease of $10.5 million or 3.5% from the first quarter of 2024

PR Newswire
Feb 26th, 2025
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024. Fourth Quarter 2024 Highlights Attendance was 4.9 million guests, a decrease of approximately 79,000 guests from the fourth quarter of 2023. Total revenue was $384.4 million, a decrease of $4.6 million or 1.2% from the fourth quarter of 2023

PR Newswire
Dec 10th, 2024
Sam Nazarian'S C3 Announces New National Collaboration With United Parks & Resorts

Guests can get a first taste as Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Teams Up with Innovative Latinx Culinary Brand TOMA by Sofia and Manolo Vergara. TOMA is the first of C3's culinary brands to launch as part of the new relationship with United Parks Resorts. MIAMI, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sam Nazarian's C3, a CPG and culinary brands company connecting new audiences through food brands in exclusive arrangements, is excited to announce that it's teaming up with United Parks Resorts, a global theme park and entertainment company that owns or licenses a diverse portfolio of award-winning park brands and experiences. Guests got a first taste at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay during Howl-O-Scream with the launch of TOMA, the innovative culinary brand by Sofia Vergara and her son, Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, that offers modern takes on classic Latin American cuisine. TOMA was so popular at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay that there is another iteration for guests to enjoy during Christmas Town, happening now through January 5

PR Newswire
Nov 7th, 2024
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Third Quarter And First Nine Months 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal year 2024. Third Quarter 2024 Highlights Attendance was 7.0 million guests, a decrease of approximately 0.1 million guests or 1.4% from the third quarter of 2023. Total revenue was $545.9 million, a decrease of $2.3 million or 0.4% from the third quarter of 2023

PR Newswire
Aug 7th, 2024
United Parks Resorts Inc. Reports Second Quarter And First Six Months 2024 Results

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, today reported its financial results for the second quarter and first six months of fiscal year 2024.Second Quarter 2024 HighlightsAttendance was 6.2 million guests, an increase of approximately 0.05 million guests or 0.8% from the second quarter of 2023.Total revenue was $497.6 million , an increase of $1.6 million or 0.3% from the second quarter of 2023., an increase of or 0.3% from the second quarter of 2023. Net income was $91.1 million , an increase of $4.1 million or 4.7% from the second quarter of 2023., an increase of or 4.7% from the second quarter of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA [1] was $218.2 million , a decrease of $6.1 million or 2.7% from the second quarter of 2023.was , a decrease of or 2.7% from the second quarter of 2023. Total revenue per capita[2] decreased 0.4% to $80.44 from the second quarter of 2023