District Manager

Lead and develop a district of 7–12 park locations Ensure operational execution, safety standards, guest experience, and financial performance through consistent presence and follow-through Coach, mentor, and develop General Managers as owners of their business Translate key performance indicators into clear priorities and actionable plans Spend significant time in parks observing operations, coaching leaders in real time, and reinforcing standards Diagnose performance gaps and identify root causes Implement practical, sustainable solutions Flex leadership and communication style to engage frontline teams, General Managers, and senior leadership Partner cross-functionally to align district execution with broader company initiatives, priorities, and timelines Report to the VP of Operations Requirements High school diploma or GED required Bachelor’s degree in operations, business, or a related field considered a plus 5+ years managing six or more locations in customer-facing, performance-driven industries such as hospitality, fitness, retail, food & beverage, or entertainment At least 5+ years of P&L ownership and KPI management driving operational execution and financial performance across multiple locations Ability to coach leaders directly to financial results and key business metrics Proven track record of developing underperforming leaders or locations and sustaining improved performance over time Strong business acumen and leadership agility Ability to pivot effectively as priorities evolve Strong organizational, interpersonal, and critical-thinking skills Schedule flexibility to work weekends and holidays based on business needs Approximately 70% travel availability, including travel within the market and attendance at company meetings as needed Ability to remain stationary and move throughout park environments, work at a computer, communicate by phone or via Teams, and position oneself appropriately during park visits to observe and assess park operations Core Competencies Demonstrates strong leadership and business acumen with a focus on operational execution, financial performance, and team development across multiple locations. Proven ability to coach and mentor leaders while driving key performance indicators and implementing sustainable solutions. Highest-signal resume keywords P&L Ownership KPI Management Operational Execution Team Development Leadership Agility ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Performance Management Financial Analysis Operational Standards Coaching Techniques Problem Diagnosis Soft Skills Interpersonal Skills Organizational Skills Critical Thinking Communication Skills Flexibility Certifications & Qualifications High School Diploma GED Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred) Industry Keywords Customer-Facing Industries Hospitality Fitness Retail Food & Beverage Entertainment #J-18808-Ljbffr