Newport Aquarium Scuba Santa Diver - Part-Time Seasonal [S]

Newport Aquarium • Newport, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal, part-time role where the individual will portray the role of Scuba Santa. The projected end date for this role is December 24th. The Scuba Santa Diver is responsible for performing scheduled dive shows, representing the Newport Aquarium and the role of Scuba Santa in a professional and fun-loving manner, and modeling appropriate behaviors near exhibits. The role also involves communicating effectively with various stakeholders, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to all Newport Aquarium protocols and operating procedures. This position requires a high level of professionalism, including adherence to dress code, behavior, and timeliness.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Advanced Open Water certified.
• CPR and First Aid Certified (No online certifications will be accepted).
• Must follow safe diving practices at all times.
• Must complete assessments (Buoyancy Assessments and Written Assessments) to the satisfaction of the safety standards.
• Must be able to assemble and don equipment, and enter and exit the exhibits unassisted.
• Must complete Diver Emergency Training to the satisfaction of the safety standards.
• Must be able to hear and respond to the Diver Recall.
• Must complete any additional safety training paperwork for safety critical positions and be signed off by the DSO.
• Pass an audition for Scuba Santa as directed by the Guest Service Supervisor.
• Must be an active Dive Show Presenter during the non-Scuba Santa season and possess knowledge of the Newport Aquarium’s animal collection, particularly in the Surrounded by Sharks exhibit.
• Minimum of 25 dives in the Surrounded by Sharks exhibit.
• Complete Full Face Mask (FFM) training.
• Ability to perform in front of large crowds and on camera.
• Must use professional Scuba Santa etiquette both in and out of character.
• Completion of pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Physically capable of wearing 100 pounds of SCUBA equipment.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
• Must be able to rescue another diver while in full Scuba Santa gear.
• Must wear fins if there is only one safety diver.
• Diver Medical Form must be current and signed by appropriate medical personnel.
• Divers must notify the Dive Safety Office when taking any prescription medication, including but not limited to narcotics that are a contraindication to diving, driving or operating machinery.
• Must have completed all Diver training necessary to dive in the Surrounded by Sharks exhibit.

Responsibilities

• Portray the role of Scuba Santa based on specifications provided by the Guest Service Supervisor.
• Perform Scuba Santa dive shows as scheduled.
• Represent the Newport Aquarium and the role of Scuba Santa in a professional, fun-loving manner.
• Model appropriate behaviors near open water exhibits and handle animals gently.
• Communicate and maintain working relationships with educators, students, guests, team members, supervisors, volunteers, other departments, and colleagues in related industries.
• Communicate well in an environment that may include loud noises, large crowds, and varying settings.
• Provide excellent and accurate customer service.
• Direct questions, suggestions, or grievances through appropriate procedures and channels.
• Notify the appropriate person if unable to work due to illness, vacation, resignation, or leave of absence.
• Represent Newport Aquarium in a professional manner, including dress code, behavior, and timeliness.
• Perform in accordance with all protocols, policies, and operating procedures of Newport Aquarium.

Benefits

• Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises’ properties
• Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period
• Discounts at Sharky’s Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop
• Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family
• Training and development
• Fully funded education programs through Grow U (certifications, college prep, associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed