Recruiter

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation: $21/hr

We are seeking a dynamic and relationship-focused Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for professional, skilled, and leadership roles across a diverse portfolio of departments within our theme park organization. This role plays a critical part in attracting top talent who help create exceptional guest experiences and support operational excellence behind the scenes.

What you get to do:

• Assist in creating innovative search strategies that will identify and attract the best talent
• Grow and develop relationships with hiring managers to fully understand and analyze talent needs
• Consult hiring managers on employment market conditions to assist them in making hiring decisions
• Screen candidates for skilled/professional positions and submit the most qualified candidates to hiring managers via phone/virtual (Teams)/onsite.
• Subject matter expert on all recruiting related topics (ex: compensation, interview process, onboarding etc.)
• Ensure application and interview processes comply to minimize company risk and liability
• Schedule and coordinate video/phone/onsite interviews for Hiring Manager(s)
• Post to job boards to promote role(s) on LinkedIn, Handshake, Indeed, etc., as needed
• Assist in onboarding new hires which includes background clearance, scheduling required trainings and orientation, and ensure new hire(s) are set up for success
• Assist with interviewing and processing during peak season, including all frontline positions
• Assist with front desk coverage and duties.
• Partner with Human Resources Business Partner and Employee Relations leaders
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, Vendors, and our Guests to promote a positive company brand and image
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year experience in recruitment, for leisure, hospitality, or entertainment industry, preferred
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently
• Experience working in a fast paced / high volume environment
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Experience sourcing talent and driving applications
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Experience working with recruiting and people-related tools and systems, including applicant tracking systems or resume databases, preferred

What else is important:

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
• Available 8:30am - 5pm Monday through Friday and work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays per business needs.

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