District Manager at Skull Island - 2027

ExplorUS; Harrison Point (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Hospitality LLC, dba Skull Island- is seeking a District Manager for our recreation facilities. The role focuses on supervising operations, coordinating staff, and maintaining safety while delivering memorable guest experiences across multiple sites.

The position requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Seasonally, this role supports training and ongoing operations to meet company standards.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and resilient.
• Prior personnel management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the general operations within an assigned area; calls attention to any operational deficiencies to comply with Permit, Operating Plan and Company operating standards.
• Supervises and trains hosts and maintenance personnel according to established procedures and develops effective working relationships with same.
• Assists in conducting training workshops, including new hire orientation at the beginning of each season and ongoing safety tailgate meetings.
• Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, governmental agency representatives, and the visiting public.
• Handles visitor complaints and rules violations in a courteous and professional manner and seeks to resolve such situations quickly and effectively.
• Troubleshoots and responds to situations as they occur within permitted areas.
• Makes suggestions and recommendations to improve or streamline operations.
• Performs manual labor tasks and may perform or supervise certain construction and maintenance tasks; assists maintenance personnel in the performance of routine duties.
• Assists/participate in all phases of fee collection, facility and grounds maintenance tasks, and water and utility system testing as needed.
• Secures, processes and maintains all records pertaining to deposits and revenues, and submits reports as directed.
• Collects time cards and submits completed summaries to Operations Manager.
• Reports problems and any unsafe or hazardous conditions as they are discovered, and enforces rules according to Company customer service standards.
• Fills in for hosts during breaks, sick leaves and vacations.

Job description

Tennessee Valley Hospitality LLC, dba Skull Island-

If you’re seeking an opportunity to assist visitors in a unique and captivating setting, surrounded by lush landscapes and water-based activities like kayaking, fishing, and boating, we have the role for you. Working at Skull Island offers a rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts, providing the chance to contribute to a memorable experience while preserving the beauty of this distinctive island destination. Join us for the 2027 season.

Title: District Manager

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations

Summary: The District Manager position is assigned to a selected recreation area (or cluster of smaller areas) within a larger recreation complex. This may include a large campground or day use area, or a cluster of campgrounds and use areas. The District Manager reports directly to an Operations/General Manager, and is responsible for training, scheduling, regular operations, facility maintenance, equipment use and care, tool use, care, and storage, within the assigned campground(s). District Managers may be classified as a I or II, depending on the size and complexity of their assigned area.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Oversees the general operations within an assigned area; calls attention to any operational deficiencies to comply with Permit, Operating Plan and Company operating standards.
• Supervises and trains hosts and maintenance personnel according to established procedures and develops effective working relationships with same.
• Assists in conducting training workshops, including new hire orientation at the beginning of each season and ongoing safety tailgate meetings.
• Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, governmental agency representatives, and the visiting public.
• Handles visitor complaints and rules violations in a courteous and professional manner and seeks to resolve such situations quickly and effectively.
• Troubleshoots and responds to situations as they occur within permitted areas.
• Makes suggestions and recommendations to improve or streamline operations.
• Performs manual labor tasks and may perform or supervise certain construction and maintenance tasks; assists maintenance personnel in the performance of routine duties.
• Assists/participate in all phases of fee collection, facility and grounds maintenance tasks, and water and utility system testing as needed.
• Secures, processes and maintains all records pertaining to deposits and revenues, and submits reports as directed.
• Collects time cards and submits completed summaries to Operations Manager.
• Reports problems and any unsafe or hazardous conditions as they are discovered, and enforces rules according to Company customer service standards.
• Fills in for hosts during breaks, sick leaves and vacations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong customer service skills; enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and resilient.
• Prior personnel management experience a plus; open to feedback and possess a desire for continuous learning.
• Possesses common sense and good judgement; able to make decisions within the boundaries of this position.
• Basic manual labor abilities, including an ability and willingness to clean and sanitize facilities with a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Willingness and ability to consistently move about the facility and occasionally lift 20+lbs.
• Maintains the cleanliness and general condition of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid administrative abilities and computer skills, including recordkeeping and money handling.
• Ability to effectively handle a variety of conflicts.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately.
• Willing to work a flexible work schedule, including regular evenings and weekends

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Eligible employees are offered health benefit. All hours worked will be paid.