Manager, Recruiting

Join us at Sesame Place 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. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What you will get to do:

You will be responsible for managing all elements of the staffing function. This includes enthusiastically representing the organization by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. Specifically, you will:

• Manage the full cycle recruitment process for all hourly and professional positions.
• Oversee the interview and selection of qualified candidates to fill vacancies, including all pre-employment and new hire paperwork to ensure accurate and timely completion.
• Partner with department leadership to identify hiring needs.
• Supervise high school, college, and community related recruiting programs and outreach.
• Record recruiting metrics (openings, offers, hires, etc.) and submit to Corporate for consolidated reporting.
• Monitor budget for HR cost centers associated with recruitment, selection, and on-boarding.
• Review and escalate criminal background checks that are flagged under the Company’s adjudication process.

What it takes to succeed:

• Maintain high standard of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Carry out leader responsibilities including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning work, appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
• Strong computer skills with experience using HRIS systems, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

What else is important:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• 2+ years of leadership experience is highly desirable.

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, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.