Operations Manager (Rides & Aquatics) (Full-Time Position)

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: General Manager

Direct Reports: Assistant Manager of Rides and Assistant Manager of Aquatics

Lead the Team. Drive the Experience. Create the Adventure.

Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure is seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager – Rides & Aquatics to lead two of the park's most critical operational divisions. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and guest-focused operation of all amusement rides and water attractions while developing a high-performing leadership team dedicated to operational excellence.

If you're a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and believes that safety and guest service go hand in hand, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As the Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead the overall operation of the Ride Operations and Aquatics departments
• Recruit, train, mentor, lead, and manage the ride and aquatics team for safe park operation
• Directly supervise the Assistant Manager of Ride Operations and the Assistant Manager of Aquatics
• Build, coach, and develop a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional guest service
• Ensure all attractions operate safely and efficiently while maintaining compliance with company policies, manufacturer guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, labor management, and departmental budgets
• Monitor operational performance and implement strategies to improve efficiency, guest satisfaction, and attraction capacity
• Partner with Maintenance to maximize ride and attraction availability
• Manage annual operational permit process and routine government inspections
• Lead emergency response efforts and incident investigations when necessary
• Support park-wide special events, seasonal operations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop future leaders through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Participate in park wide MOD program
• Provide operational leadership for the park's seasonal Halloween haunt event by overseeing staffing, frontline team performance, guests flow, and daily operations to delivery a safe, efficient, and exceptional guest experience
• Other duties as assigned