Theme Park Area Supervisor

Also called: Attractions Supervisor, Lead (Theme Park)

Supervises ride operators and attendants in one area of a theme park.

A day in the life

An area supervisor assigns staff to rides, handles a ride shutdown and guest complaints, checks safety procedures, and covers breaks on busy summer days.

Pay over a career

Starting
$34k
Typical
$45k
High
$60k

Estimate based on BLS entertainment supervisors.

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

High school diploma, about 1 year after high school. High school diploma; promoted from ride or games staff.

Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.

Outlook

Growing about average (about 4% over 10 years). Tracks entertainment and recreation supervisors.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk for 10 years. Scheduling apps help; supervising ride crews and keeping guests safe stays human.

Start now, in high school

Classes: Business, Physical education, Speech.

Official data: O*NET occupation 39-1014.

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