The WSL is looking for a Financial Analyst to join our Finance Team. This role will report directly into our VP, Financial Planning and Analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar field and must possess exceptional attention to detail. 

Responsibilities: 
Evaluate current and historical financial data to determine company profitability. Report and track budgets, savings, and values, and ensure accuracy. Monitor economic and business trends to ensure company’s financial viability. Provide financial analysis for annual and monthly ad hoc projects, including: accounting monthly close support, monthly reporting by segment/department, variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast, gross margin analysis on live events business, and financial system maintenance. Prepare monthly financial reports from WSL MemberPro system to facilitate distribution of funding to regional offices. Identify trends and financial highlights to determine progress against budgets. Prepare monthly actual-to-budget reports for the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Team. Maintain financial data, conduct scenario analyses, and provide presentations and graphs. Collaborate with the Controllership/Accounting Team on General Ledger reclasses, allocating every department’s expenses to appropriate lines of business and chart of accounts in the financial statements and month-end close analyses in the Journal Entries adjustments, trend evaluations, and variance commentary. Administer systems for Concur, Netsuite, and Oracle PBCS. Prepare live-events P&L financial reports for WSL Tour and Competitions department and work with regional finance teams to consolidate the financial data input and actual expense updates. Prepare financial data upload to Oracle PBCS, such as FX rates, budget and quarterly forecast, financial system dimensions update, and ad hoc financial statement adjustments. 

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and two (2) years of experience as a Finance
Coordinator or related finance / accounting occupation. Experience must include: performing financial
data uploads; assisting in the preparation of expense/forecast reports, financial reports, and variance
analysis; monitoring expenses and budgets; providing financial analysis; and monitoring financial data
management. Must have experience with the following tools/technologies/skills: Concur, Oracle
NetSuite, Excel, G Suite, Netsuite, Smartview, and Oracle PBCS.

Location: Santa Monica, CA 

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Hospitality Bartenders are responsible for providing a quality guest experience by properly creating and serving guests cocktails, wine, beer and refreshments throughout the day. Under the direct supervision of the Food & Beverage Supervisor, the Hospitality Bartender will perform various duties at the Surf Ranch facility both guest facing and non-guest facing. This includes serving meals, clearing dishes, and interacting with guests. This role also takes direction from the Cooks and Sous Chef to ensure quality of food and to communicate guest requests and food allergies to the chef.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Design cocktail recipes along with F&B Supervisor using seasonal and elevated ingredients
• Mix, pour and serve cocktails to guests
• Train and educate servers on cocktail recipes and service
• Display proficiency in all aspects of wine service
• Have a deep understanding of Surf Ranch wine list, wine varietals and pairings
• Know various brands of liquors and their characteristics
• Knowledge of classic cocktails, drinks, martinis and mixology
• Ability to make drinks off the menu upon request
• Stock bar with all supplies, liquors, mixers and garnish to ensure proper service
• Develop a rapport with guests to better understand their wants and needs regarding alcohol
• Write recipes for mocktails, teas and juices
• Prepare any special requests for all beverages
• Assist in the tracking of weekly inventory of all wine, beer, liquor and mixers
• Ensure the timely delivery of all food and beverage needs at Surf Ranch
• Serve food & drink and remove dishes and glassware after use
• Help wash dishes and glassware after mealtimes
• Polish glassware and silverware after each meal service
• Ensure all tableware offered to guests are clean, polished and properly cared for
• Know guests by name
• Interact with guests in a professional and friendly manner
• Track any dietary requirements of guests
• Work with Sous Chef, Cooks and Servers to anticipate timing of meals and guests’ wants and needs
• Know in detail all Surf Ranch menus; breakfast, snack, beverage and cocktail
• Know in detail the components of daily lunch, dinner and dessert specials
• Understand where the meats, local vegetables, speciality liquors and other ingredients come from and what makes them special
• Maintain a current Tips and Sips certification
• Maintain a current RBS training certification
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of guests by following proper food handlers guidelines
• Maintain a current food handlers card
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities
• Ensure guests have everything they need post surf session
• Ensure all kitchen areas are clean, free of clutter, and presentable to guests before, during, and after each day
• Work well with Hospitality Servers and Culinary Staff
• Complete requests tasked by F&B Supervisor
• Communicate with Host and Concierge to provide guests with the best experience possible
• Keep a clean, presentable and professional appearance
• Any other job duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in a food and beverage program
• Experience in the service or hospitality industry
• Ability to interact and cater to guests ranging from no previous surf experience to expert level surfing ability
• Experience in “5-star” resort services environment
• Food Handler card preferred

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable)

• Physically able to wipe down table tops, chairs, and booths; able to pick up debris from floor; able to carry 25 or more pounds; able to push vacuum or mop
• Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through shift.
• Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions

Management reserve the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

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Hospitality Server staff are responsible for providing a quality guest experience by properly serving guests meals and refreshments throughout the day. Under the direct supervision of the Food & Beverage Supervisor, the Hospitality Server employee will perform various duties at the Surf Ranch facility both guest facing and non-guest facing. This includes serving meals, clearing dishes, and interacting with guests. This role also takes direction from the Cooks and Sous Chef to ensure quality of food and to communicate guest requests and food allergies to the chef.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Ensure the timely delivery of all food and beverage needs at Surf Ranch
• Serve food & drink and remove dishes and glassware after use
• Help wash dishes and glassware after mealtimes
• Polish glassware and silverware after each meal service
• Ensure all tableware offered to guests are clean, polished and properly cared for
• Know guests by name
• Interact with guests in a professional and friendly manner
• Track any dietary requirements of guests
• Work with Sous Chef, Cooks and Bartender to anticipate timing of meals and guests’ wants and needs
• Know in detail all Surf Ranch menus; breakfast, snack, beverage and cocktail
• Know in detail the components of daily lunch, dinner and dessert specials
• Understand where the meats, local vegetables and other ingredients come from and what makes them special
• Promote daily lunch and dinner specials
• Stock back of house spaces to best ensure preparedness for each shift
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of guests by following proper food handlers guidelines
• Maintain a current food handler’s card
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities
• Complete daily side work and checklists
• Understand basic wine knowledge and pouring techniques
• Ensure guests have everything they need post surf session
• Ensure all kitchen and serving areas are clean, free of clutter, and presentable to guests before, during, and after each day
• Work well with Bartenders and Culinary Staff
• Complete requests tasked by F&B Supervisor
• Communicate with Host to provide guests with the best experience possible
• Keep a clean, presentable, and professional appearance
• Any other job duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience in a food and beverage program
• Experience in the service or hospitality industry
• Ability to interact and cater to guests ranging from no previous surf experience to expert level surfing ability
• Experience in “5-star” resort services environment
• CA Food Handler card
• CA RBS certification

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable):

• Physically able to wipe down table tops, chairs, and booths; able to pick up debris from floor; able to carry 25 or more pounds; able to push vacuum or mop
• Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through shift.
• Ability to work outdoors, in all weather conditions

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

The Housekeeping staff ensures a professional and positive overall impression of the property by providing the necessary service of ensuring clean and comfortable lodging accommodations for guests. Housekeeping positively represents Surf Ranch through the daily cleaning of assigned space’s, lodging units, and common areas as per the established standards of cleanliness and through interaction with guests.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and cleans flooring in lodging accommodations and common areas
• Scrubs, disinfects and deodorizes bathtubs / showers, toilets, wash basins, wastebaskets, tile and other bathroom and / or vanity fixtures and furnishings in the guest accommodations and common areas.
• Dusts, brushes, polishes, cleans and vacuums furniture, glass, mirrors, curtains, framed pictures, appliances and other structural fixtures and furnishings in guests’ accommodations and common areas
• Removes trash and debris from guests’ accommodations and common areas
• Strips beds, collects dirty linens, and makes beds with fresh linens
• Replenishes linens, amenities and other supplies in guests’ rooms
• Routinely inspects guest rooms for maintenance needs such as burned-out light bulbs, plumbing or electrical problems, carpentry needs, or other special problems and reports it to the lead on shift for proper resolution
• Contribute to the positive image of Surf Ranch by providing janitorial services throughout the facility. This includes cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, training areas, outdoor spaces and other areas around the ranch house
• Contribute to well stocked restrooms by replacing supplies throughout the day
• Clean up spills, pick up and empty trash, empty and replace trash containers
• Ensure laundry is maintained and pool towels are rolled
• Maintain quality standards and expectations
• Auditing of supplies and communicating need for replenishment
• Adhering to standard operating procedures, safe housekeeping and sanitation practices
• Ensure company standards are followed in welcoming and acknowledging all guests
• Provide support to team to achieve common goals
• Ensure organized and clean work areas including laundry rooms and storage areas
• All other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to adapt to changes in a fast paced, dynamic, and sometimes intense work environment
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English
• Previous cleaning experience preferred 
• Strong knowledge of cleaning supplies and procedures

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional work ethic
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential
• Strong team player

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable):

• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires pushing, pulling, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. 
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• Must be physically able to wipe down surfaces, reach, twist, bend and be able to pick up debris from floor or items from storage spaces.
• Lift/carry 25 lbs (frequently) and 50 lbs (occasionally)
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machinery.

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

The HR Generalist serves as a key member of the People Team and a trusted business partner to Surf Ranch Lemoore, our flagship property and premiere surf experience venue. This role will be responsible for building trust and strong relationships with employees across the business, as well as the day-to-day delivery and execution of HR practices, policies and procedures for Surf Ranch Lemoore, reporting directly into the Chief People Officer of the World Surf League.  Key focus areas include Employee Relations, Recruiting, Retention, Performance Management, Compliance, Leadership Development as well as Learning & Development initiatives. This position is based in Lemoore, California.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Employee Relations:

• Provide guidance and participate in employment issues including employee relations. 
• Provide support to leadership to facilitate the positive resolution of employee situations including performance improvement, disciplinary actions and terminations 

Recruiting & Retention:

• Partner with People Leaders to stay informed of trends and upcoming hiring needs to provide creative recruitment solutions, as well as manage talent reviews and succession planning to meet the needs of the business. 
• Facilitate a world-class candidate experience for Surf Ranch leadership roles, which includes end to end recruitment – from sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing candidates, selecting candidate assessments, to offer and onboarding.
• Implement initiatives for employee retention, training, and professional learning and development at all levels of the organization.
• Evaluating current practices for recruitment, onboarding, and retention and making recommendations for improvement.

Performance Management & Compensation:

• Administer employee compensation including annual salary reviews, merit, bonus, LTIP, compensation adjustments, and performance-based incentives.
• Support the implementation of people programs (talent reviews, career planning, performance management, etc.) and coach People Leaders in supporting a culture committed to employee engagement, development and growth.

Respectful Workplace & Compliance:

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Leadership Development:

• Coach, counsel and mentoring People Leaders to help navigate challenging situations and achieve best practice.
• Coach People Leaders on effective management competencies and skills

General Human Resources:

• Assist in the development and implementation of Human Resource policies.
• Partner with the broader WSL HR team on new projects and initiatives.
• Ability to analyze data from various reports, draw conclusions and make recommendations concerning the effectiveness of solutions
• Anticipate and plan for long-term needs and trends within the business

Qualifications: 

• Extensive knowledge of Human Resources in the context of a Hospitality venue
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in similar HR role(s) 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, must be comfortable with Excel
• Strong ability in using Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Docs and Google Slides, in particular)
• Capable of conducting analysis of HR metrics and pulling ad hoc reporting as necessary.
• Experience working within ADP & comfortable owning recruitment (end-to-end)
• Experience managing employee relations inside medium sized organizations with a significant number of hourly employees.
• Bachelor’s Degree required

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Exceptional communicator - tactful, professional, diplomatic and confidential at all times, providing detailed updates regularly
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced corporate environment - comfortable with ambiguity 
• An exceptional work ethic, in particular, willingness to roll sleeves up and get things done
• An enthusiasm for coaching, teaching and the development of people
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, etc.) including making presentations & drafting important internal communications
• Comfortable communicating with individuals at all levels of management, both internally and externally
• Incredibly organized and capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

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The Lifeguard plays a strong role in keeping Surf Ranch guests safe. Under the direct supervision of the Water Safety Manager, the Lifeguard will be responsible to maintain the safety of all people in and around the water and assist in medical aid when incidents occur. The Lifeguard will make water related decisions with the utmost regard for Surf Ranch employees and its guests. The Lifeguard must have an expert level understanding of all wave system operations as well as the ability to detect unsafe aquatic practices and recommend safe avenues for guests in a professional polite manner. The Lifeguard will watch the water, affect rescues, when necessary, watch the surrounding property, enforce property rules, and assist with any medical or water related emergency.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Actively observe activities in the wave basin and facilitate a safe guest
• Watch all employees and guests who enter the wave
• Diligently watch the water to help prevent accidents and
• Provide first aid, emergency medical aid and respond to emergencies as
• Work directly with Surf Guides and Water Safety
• Perform water rescues within the scope of Lifeguard
• Direct guests when minor and/or major water and medical emergencies
• Always take preventative
• Be professional, friendly, and engaged with guests
• Assist in gathering information for reports for incidents that require lifeguard
• Maintain training
• Maintain the general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities including boat ramp, jet ski, and lifeguard
• Ensure all activities & operations are conducted in accordance with established procedures and policies of the
• Clearly communicate between, water safety, control tower, and jet ski
• Activate the 911 system should a guest need care from paramedics and/or fire
• Thorough understanding of Water Safety

Experience and Qualifications:

• 1+ years previous experience as lifeguard
• Red Cross/USLA/Acceptable Lifeguard Certifying Agency Lifeguard Certification
• CPR/AED First Aid Certification

Personal Attributes:

• Excited and enthusiastic outlook on work as it pertains to guests and Surf Ranch
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers
• Integrity and honesty

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable):

• Physically able to swim, swim in rough and deep water, walk, run, walk or run over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry loads; use hand to handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands; talk, taste, smell and see (both near and far). Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch.
• Must be able to swim at least 550 yards, dive at least 10 feet deep, swim with a 80-pound object for at least 20 yards, and tread water for at least 2 minutes.
• Ability to lift a person off the bottom and out of the
• Perform all skills required for Lifeguarding, First Aid, and
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time in outside air temperatures and
• Comfortable in the

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

The World Surf League seeks a Communications Manager to join their global team, based in Santa Monica, Calif. The Communications Manager is responsible for maximizing the reach and awareness of the World Surf League through thoughtful and innovative public-relations strategies and executions. In this role, you will work within both Competition and Corporate Communications to develop and execute robust PR plans against national and international competitions, campaigns, and brand initiatives. Innovative thinking across the media landscape to garner meaningful press coverage is critical to the role, in addition to enhancing pre-existing relationships and developing new relationships with key press. 

This is a full-time, exempt position (based in Santa Monica) reporting to the Director, Global Communications.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

PR Planning and Execution

• Execute PR/communications plans for WSL projects across Competition, Corporate, and Brand initiatives.  
• Establish goals, messages, and tactics for communications projects. Identify the appropriate tools, outreach lists, and amplification channels. 
• Write press releases, press pitches, messaging points, and briefing materials for all assigned projects across Competition, Corporate, and Brand initiatives. 
• Execute press pitching and outreach. Create media kits and draft compelling narratives, bespoke for the relevant outlets and mediums/channels. 
• Secure top-tier, mainstream press interest for WSL projects and initiatives. 
• Draft WSL social and editorial posts (copy and assets) as relevant to Communications projects, announcements, and buzz-worthy moments. 
• Nurture relationships with social opinion leaders within sport, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors. Drive social awareness to relevant campaigns and buzz-worthy competition moments.
• Ideate innovative PR moments and activations to enhance the WSL’s key narratives and reach awareness goals. 
• Create detailed and organized press schedules for press interviews throughout a competition timeframe. 
• Secure press and manage logistics for national and international press tours. 

Partnerships and Regional Communications 

• Manage day-to-day Partnerships Communications, including management of partner deliverables, the creation of partner-specific PR plans, pitching and outreach to press to support announcement/news, and cross-promotion beyond traditional channels to leverage each partner’s unique offerings/ambassadors/audience. 
• Manage day-to-day Regional Communications teams and plans. Lead Weekly Communications calls and ensure Regional Communications plans use the most efficient tactics to promote media coverage and to reach new consumers and influencers while aligning to HQ’s standard deliverables, best practices, and style guides. 
• Ensure accurate representation of the WSL and messaging across all Regional Communications outputs.

Ongoing Responsibilities 

• Maintain the WSL’s comprehensive Communications Toolkit, including the Communications calendar, media database, Comms style guides and messaging, risk register, business metrics, and executive bios. 
• Measure project and press outcomes. Maintain media clippings from press reporting services. Report results to the business in the form of presentations, newsletters, excel reports, and recap decks. 
• Manage third-party footage and photo requests, and coordinate usage rights in coordination with the Licensing team. 
• Manage day-to-day Communications budget and ensure all billing and budget details are reported and aligned to the overall marketing budget. 
• Ensure agencies and contractors have appropriate tools to execute project scopes. Provide key messaging, outreach goals, and check-ins to support their success. Regularly review outputs and provide performance assessments based on the contract’s scope and KPIs.  

Qualifications: 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
• Minimum five years experience in Communications/PR, with the responsibility of leading and delivering impactful PR campaigns and initiatives, and/or experience marketing high-profile brands or agency account management. 
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field. 
• Must be fluent in English, additional language skills preferred. 
• In-depth understanding of the media landscape with clear expertise in press pitching and outreach. Immersed in the market and in touch with digital and culture trends. 
• Strong PR relationships with US-based, mainstream press. 
• Experience working with teams across departments to accomplish successful campaigns. 
• On-ground event servicing experience preferred.
• Outstanding organizational ability and project management detail. 
• Hands-on and operationally motivated to get things done, while also able to function at an integrated cross-departmental strategic level.
• Proven ability to prioritize and execute tasks in an ever-changing, nimble, and “live” world.
• Experience with Google Suite (or comparable across Powerpoint, Excel, mid-level skills).
• Working knowledge of Creative Software preferred (Adobe Creative Suite).
• International travel may be required. 
• A flexible schedule is preferred, as nights, weekends, and holidays may likely be required. 

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty.
• An exceptional work ethic and attention to detail.
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future.
• An open and collaborative nature.
• Incredibly organized and capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses, and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced, corporate environment
• Action-oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. 

The World Surf League connects millions of fans across the globe to live competition and surf related content through our own and operated website and apps. WSL is looking for a Manager, Partnership Marketing to serve as a key member of the Partnership/Account Management team and report into the VP, Partner Activation. This team member will be responsible for maximizing the relationships with the existing or on-boarded Global + North American partnerships with the highest level of consultative customer service. 

 Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Takes responsibility for assigned client relationships and actively seeks new campaigns and business from existing clients in partnership with the sales team.
• Management of all internal documentation and shared folders - ensuring key deliverable documents (team calendar, wrap report templates, tracker, briefing docs, etc) are updated in real time and shared internally, ensuring flawless team communication.
• Initiates interactive business conversations with key decision makers around new or emerging issuing opportunities with focus on revenue retention, up-selling and renewals.
• Continuously reviews client and market landscape and recommend, develop, and implement new and creative approaches to ensure client and WSL business objectives are met.
• Becomes a product expert to articulate and communicate reporting to clients in a narrative fashion.
• Assists in developing creative and unique digital / social campaigns on behalf of the WSL and assigned clients involving key influencers, professional surfers, etc, along with measuring ROI of campaigns
• Works closely with a large diverse team to achieve revenue targets and increase market share within a client.

Assist our Manager, Partnerships Activation in managing the Partner reporting process which includes:

• Manage the relationship with third party reporting vendors including Nielsen & Hookit.
• Manage reporting process and data collection with internal WSL teams including: Marketing, Social, Broadcast and Analytics.
• Pull custom broadcast integrations from ClipPro following each event. 
• Update partnership logos and information across Nielsen and Hookit systems. 
• Gather and send Nielsen audience information in a timely manner post events. 
• Build out and manage post event reporting templates.
• Manage internal delivery timelines with internal teams and third party vendors. 
• Conduct monthly meetings with the partnerships team to review post event reporting metrics for each event. 

Qualifications:

• Deep business experience with related account management experience in the media/sports/agency/entertainment industry
• Demonstrated track record of managing multiple relationships successfully
• Excellent strategic thinking and analysis skills and a proven track record of creating solutions to drive client loyalty and grow revenue
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to establish effective relationships with all levels including executive management
• Ability to think creatively and act swiftly on potential opportunities for partnership and branding benefit
• Ability to manage and grow internal and external cross functional relationships and partnerships
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in similar role(s)
• Knowledge of digital media business and production desired
• Strong computer skills, e.g. Google suite + Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn new computer programs/tools.

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• An exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Masterful organizational skills
• Intuitive nature to understand needs/wants prior to being asked
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

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The World Surf League connects millions of fans across the globe to live competition and surf related content through our own and operated website and apps. WSL is looking for a driven, talented and creative Social Media Manager to help ideate, develop, produce, edit and execute a range of engaging social media strategies. A passion for social content creation, storytelling and organizational skills are a must. The ideal candidate should be creative and ambitious with a passion for all social media platforms. This role will work within a highly collaborative environment that allows for the ability to ideate and influence social media decisions.

Based on business priorities and event locations (and timezones), the successful candidate can be based in either Los Angeles, California, or Australia.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Create, conceptualize, plan and execute social media content for the day-to-day posting across all WSL owned social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, including but not limited to: Live events, reactive content, Branded Content and trends. 
• Support execution of the content calendar.
• Ideate and prepare copy recommendations in-line with the social voice of our accounts.
• Support the goal setting, reporting and benchmarking of social strategies helping to build reports and best practice insights.
• Monitor posts on all WSL social media platforms to ensure responses and engagement.
• Assist and collaborate with athletes, creators and influencers in content creation.
• Monitor news and social media to identify what is trending in sports and relevant culture and new platform features etc.

Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of social media experience - media, brand or sports experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of social media platform best practices and active daily use of Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook.
• Must be detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple projects and priorities and manage internal deadlines. 
• Expert knowledge of surfing and surfing lifestyle
• Must be passionate about current trends, memes, viral content and popular culture.
• Experience editing videos to tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively, open to change and new ideas
• Excellent writer, with proven copywriting experience
• Experience with social media reporting and KPIs
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours- particularly aligned to various timezones of our live events.
• Global Cultural Awareness
• Possess excellent communications skills that allow for highly productive workflows between the Content, Marcomms, Broadcast, and Partnership departments
• Active and passionate about social media: it’s not just something you know, but an integral part of your daily life
• Previous professional experience managing social media accounts
• Must have proficiency in both Adobe Photoshop and Premiere
• Fluent in a language other than English- a plus

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Entrepreneurial; willingness to work independently with the best business practices in mind
• An exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Masterful organizational skills
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses, and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Action-Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

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The Ski Driver plays a strong role in keeping Surf Ranch guests safe. Under the direct supervision of the Water Safety Manager, the Ski Driver will be responsible for Surf Ranch water safety and medical aid when incidents occur. The Ski Driver will make water related decisions with the utmost regard for Surf Ranch employees and its guests. The Ski Driver must have an expert level understanding of all wave system operations as well as the ability to direct others and manage others in a team and group setting. The Ski Driver will direct all Lifeguards and Surf Coaches when any medical or water related emergency occurs.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Actively observe activities in the wave basin and facilitate a safe guest
• Drive the jet ski in a safe controlled manner consistent with best RWC operator
• Manage all employees and guests who enter the wave basin to surf, assist surfers, or to maintain the basin
• Work directly with F&B Ops, Surf Guides, and other Lifeguards to ensure a timely schedule as to when guests should be in the water for their designated heat.
• Direct guests, other Lifeguards and Surf Guides when minor and/or major water and medical emergencies
• Complete detailed reports for all incidents that require lifeguard
• Maintain training
• Maintain the general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities including boat ramp, jet ski, and lifeguard
• Ensure all activities & operations are conducted in accordance with established procedures and
• Clearly communicate between, water safety, control tower, and jet ski
• Activate the 911 system should a guest need care from paramedics and/or fire
• Responsible for a thorough safety briefing if the Water Safety Manager is
• Thorough understanding of Water Safety

Experience and Qualifications:

• 3+ years previous experience as ocean lifeguard
• USLA Lifeguard Certification
• EMT certification
• Wave Runner (PWC) rescue experience and training
• 3+ Years working in lifeguard operations

Personal Attributes:

• Excited and enthusiastic outlook on work as it pertains to guests and Surf Ranch
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational
• Integrity and honesty

Working Conditions / Physical requirements (if applicable):

• Physically able to swim, swim in rough and deep water, walk, run, walk or run over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry loads; use hand to handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands; talk, taste, smell and see (both near and far). Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch.
• Must be able to swim at least 550 yards, dive at least 10 feet deep, swim with a 80-pound object for at least 20 yards, and tread water for at least 2 minutes.
• Ability to lift a person off the bottom and out of the
• Perform all skills required for Life guarding, First Aid, and
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time in outside air temperatures and
• Comfortable in the water. 

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities are able to perform the essential functions.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

WSL is looking to expand the Accounting Team and the Staff Accountant will report to the Senior Accountant.  This is a great opportunity to gain full exposure to the Company’s business and to support our exciting global expansion.  This position provides excellent professional and career growth opportunity.  The Staff Accountant is a key member of the team with contributing responsibility to maintaining a timely and accurate month-end close process, daily reporting and assisting with ad-hoc projects.  This position will work directly with regional accounting resources as well as with cross-functional business partners within the organization.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Perform monthly closing activities, including, but not limited to preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation/amortization
• Manage Accounts Payable with supervisory oversight
• Assist with cash management, including payment applications
• Prepare credit card reconciliation, including expense report review
• Prepare variance analyses for quarterly reviews, year-end audit, and annual reporting
• Manage vendor master file, including 1099/1042 tracking.
• Assist with 3^rd Party independent audits (Tax and Assurance)
• Assist with implementation of continuous improvements consistent with Best Practices
• Perform ad hoc assignments, as necessary

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or similar field, required
• CPA or actively pursuing licensure, preferred
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of related work experience in similar industry, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (MS Excel)
• Proficient with a mid-tier or large ERP system, preferably NetSuite, Concur, and Google Suite

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Thrives in working in a dynamic environment with a commitment to the pursuit of quality work
• Self-motivated, hands on, detail oriented with the ability to take the initiative, multi-task and remain flexible with changing priorities
• Exceptional project management capabilities 
• Outstanding problem solving skills and a solution oriented approach
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• Proactive willingness to help and 'go the extra mile'

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

The Surf Coach plays an integral role in guest safety and guest experience both in and out of the water at Surf Ranch. Under the direct supervision of the Surf Ranch Surf Team Lead, the Surf Coach will perform various duties at the Surf Ranch facility. This includes, but is not limited to, hosting video review sessions with an expert level ability to coach and critique all aspects of surfing from beginner to advanced and expert level live coaching in the water with guests. The Surf Coach will work directly with guests to provide them with the best possible surfing experience and progression during their time at Surf Ranch. The Surf Coach must have an expert level understanding of all ‘wave system’ operations, the Surf Ranch wave profiles offered, as well as all lifeguard duties as they pertain to emergency communication and response.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Instruct, advise, and assist guests with all surfing
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of
• Maintain all surfing equipment such as boards, fins, leashes
• Assist lifeguards in emergency medical aid and water
• Maintain training
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities including the board
• Ensure all activities & operations are conducted in accordance with established procedures &
• Enforce rules, safety regulations, and general facility
• Provide in-water surf coaching at an advanced level in regards to the company’s surf coach
• Provide advanced level video analysis and coaching during feedback sessions following surfing activities in a manner consistent with the company’s coaching program.
• Coaching at an advanced level focusing on the specifics of one's
• Understand the ‘Surf Ranch Water Safety & Rescue Operations’.
• Understand the ‘Surf Ranch Wave System Theory of Operations’.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills to communicate to staff during emergency response via hand signals and other communication protocols
• 10+ years of surfing experience
• Surf Ranch specific water safety training
• CPR/AED & First Aid Certified
• Previous surf lesson experience
• Advanced understanding of the standard of service at Surf Ranch
• Excellent hospitality skills and outgoing personality
• Ability to coach and critique advanced barrel riding
• Ability to coach and critique advanced rail-to-rail surfing
• Ability to coach critique all aspects of surfing through video review at an expert level
• Ability to recommend the proper equipment correctly based off of conversation
• Ability to assist any and all guests paddling into waves
• Have complete knowledge of all wave profiles offered at Surf Ranch
• Minimum 6 months previous experience at Surf Ranch
• Have all skills on the “Surf Coach Skills Checklist” mastered

Personal Attributes:

• Excited and enthusiastic outlook on work as it pertains to guests and Surf Ranch
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Integrity and honesty

Physical requirements:

• Physically able to swim, swim in rough and deep water, walk, run, walk or run over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry loads.
• Must be able to swim at least 550 yards, dive at least 10 feet deep, swim with a 10 pound object for at least 20 yards, and tread water for at least 2 minutes.
• Must be able to watch and supervise groups of students in the ocean and/or bay while coaching technique and supervising safety.
• Must be able to recognize and respond to emergencies and prevent injuries or drowning