JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure and Hurricane Harbor executives will kick off the 2018 hiring season in early February as they launch their search for 4,000 team members to fill positions from March through December.
“Through four seasons, Six Flags offers incredible opportunities for practical, resume-building experience,” said Christine Parker, director of human resources and administration. “We provide a place for many young workers to gain their first valuable work experience, as well as a steppingstone for others to grow and reach that next level in their careers.”
Six Flags offers a variety of positions and paid internships, and provides team members many benefits, including advancement opportunities, reward and recognition programs, educational scholarships, free park admission, incentives from area businesses and more, according to a press release.
Parker said the theme park and water park are looking for friendly candidates of all ages and backgrounds, and are focused on setting applicants on their individual paths for success, according to the press release.
“Those looking for a future in law enforcement can begin here in security or loss prevention; students exploring business have a wide variety of choices from marketing to finance and retail. We even offer very specialized positions for those studying animal behavior or zoology, culinary arts, theater and more. The opportunities are endless,” Parker said.
Adults and senior citizens also play a key role at Six Flags, according to the press release.
“We provide great opportunities for those switching gears. We have the flexibility to find the right opportunity for adults picking up a second job, teachers on summer break, and retirees looking to supplement their income,” she said. “Because there is extensive room for growth, many find their second home here in a supervisory role or full-time job.”
The park will host job fairs, auditions and rehiring events, as well as onsite recruiting throughout the tri-state area at approximately 75 high schools, colleges and special events. Before attending any spring hiring event, new applicants must visit www.sixflagsjobs.com to complete an online application, and rehires must complete their online rehire packet, according to the press release.
Six Flags spring hiring events are:
• Rehire Celebration – Feb. 1 from noon to 6 p.m. All rehires are welcome for snacks and fun while hiring back in for the 2018 season. Six Flags Employment Center.
• Entertainment auditions – Feb. 3 and Feb. 17 beginning at 1 p.m. Casting for actors, dancers, singers, show hosts, specialty performers (i.e., stilt walkers, jugglers), safari guides and more. See audition schedule and requirements at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure/special-events/hiring-events/entertainment- auditions. All rehires and new applicants are welcome. Showcase Theatre.
• Job Fairs – Feb. 10, March 11 and May 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All new applicants are welcome. Six Flags Employment Center.
• Employment Center – Beginning Feb. 1, Wednesday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. All rehires and new applicants are welcome.
Where to Apply:
• Six Flags Great Adventure Employment Center, 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson. Enter via Employment Entrance approximately 1 mile west of the main park entrance on Route 537.
• Showcase Theatre auditions, 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson. Enter via Employment Entrance approximately 1 mile west of main park entrance, park in employee lot, proceed to Security Gate 5 and follow signs to theater.
Available positions include ride operations, retail, games, park services, culinary services, admissions, guest relations/VIP services, market research, loss prevention, security, landscaping, safari guides, lifeguards, entertainment performers and show technical support, accounting, cash control, corporate alliance brand ambassadors, public relations and human resources.