Kalahari Resorts and Conventions delivers a beyond-expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African- inspired resort is home to America’s largest indoor waterparks and features well-appointed guest rooms, full-service Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center.

We are inviting you to apply for our Ropes Course Practitioner/Zipline Operator position. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety for all ropes course and Gorilla Grove guests. Responsibilities include setting up ropes course, tying required knots, assisting guests in proper harness fitting, demonstrating proper ropes course techniques, operating the ropes course activity, preforming retrievals, and rescues, inspecting equipment, and educating guests about Gorilla Grove/ Kalahari. In this role, you will also be responsible for ensuring safety and an exceptional experience for all zipline and Gorilla Grove guests. Responsibilities include setting stop ropes, tying required knots, assisting guests in proper harness and helmet fitting, demonstrating proper zipping techniques, operating the zipline activity, preforming retrievals, and rescues, inspecting equipment, and educating guests about Gorilla Grove/ Kalahari.

We do require that you have a background, consisting of prior experience with outdoor recreation, athletics, education roles, high ropes instructing, zip lining or similar experience. You must pass and complete the required site-specific safety training course according to TAC standards offered by Kalahari. Must be 18 years of age or older.

If your background is what we’re seeking and your personality is one of service to others, please consider joining our growing and industry leading team.

Company Mission

We promise to deliver products and services beyond expectations.

Recruiting Vision

We understand that the individual is the most important element in the recruitment process. In mirroring the spirit of the brand, we promise authenticity, curiosity, honesty, timeliness, and follow-through. Whether a current opening exists or not, relationship building is critical to the success of our company.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive and attractive benefits plan:

• Above-industry average compensation

• Promotion from within

• Mental, Financial, Physical, Work/Life and Career wellness initiatives

• Educational opportunities

• Full and varied benefit package available for full-time associates

• 401(k) with company match

• Appreciation days, parties, and retention programs

• Paid time off, dedicated wellness days and holiday pay

• Discounts and resort perks

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions frequently receives awards and accolades for taking care of its associates and our guests. Recognition includes Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers , Condé Nast Traveler ’s #1 World’s Coolest Indoor Waterparks, Best Family-Friendly Meeting Hotel and Resort in Smart Meeting ’s Smart Stars Awards, Parents’ Magazine Kids’ Travel Award Winner, and TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards.

Current locations include Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin (2000), Sandusky, Ohio (2005), Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania (2015) and Round Rock, Texas (2020).

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions is an equal opportunity employer.