As Dollywood Parks & Resorts continues to earn top recognition within the theme park industry, the team is looking to add anyone ready to help guests make memories at the place named by Tripadvisor as the #1 theme park in the country.

Full-time, part-time and seasonal positions are available across properties as teams work to prepare for Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana, as well as Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana. Opportunities range from those looking for the chance to advance their career to anyone looking to earn a little extra money for the Christmas holidays. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older.

Upcoming hiring events take place Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 2-6 p.m. at the Sevierville Civic Center. Everyone who interviews will receive a free ticket to visit Dollywood during the remainder of the 2024 season. Positions are available across a variety of teams, including the award-winning culinary team, merchandise, park operations, security, maintenance and more! Dollywood’s industry-leading resort properties also have positions available in housekeeping, food & beverage, and banquets.

Interested applicants may view opportunities, as well as job descriptions and basic requirements for each position, at dollywoodjobs.com. Applicants can signify their interest in a position by following the online instructions to complete the application process. Applicants may also walk-up to the hiring events where an interview will be scheduled for them.

Dollywood Parks & Resorts employees receive a variety of unique benefits including 100% free tuition through Herschend’s GROW U. program, access to the Dollywood Family Healthcare Center, along with complimentary Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country admission for family and friends. Hosts are provided free meals every working shift and also take part in Dollywood’s Park Perks program, which provides free or reduced admission to a large number of regional attractions, theaters and experiences. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision, is available for qualified full-time employees. Dollywood also pays a portion of childcare costs for hosts whose children are cared for at an Upwards-affiliated provider. Numerous opportunities also are available to help employees develop leadership skills, including an apprenticeship program in conjunction with Walters State Community College.

In 2022, Forbes named The Dollywood Company as one of the best employers in the country, according to a ranking on their website. Additionally, the company received a national Top Workplaces award from USA Today/Gannett earlier in 2024. Underscoring the welcoming and friendly environment present at Dollywood Parks & Resorts, Forbes also named the park to its very first Best Customer Service list in late 2023. Dollywood finished in the top 1% of companies named by survey respondents when asked to consider American brands that represent excellence in customer service. In June, the park earned recognition from Tripadvisor as the #1 theme park in the United States based on guest reviews.

For more information about available positions at Dollywood Parks & Resorts, please visit https://www.dollywood.com/jobs.

The Knoxville Fire Department has determined the cause of the house fire on Norwalk Avenue.

 Sunday’s fire was caused by an overloaded power strip.  The home suffered moderate damage and no injuries were reported as the three people living there weren’t at home at the time of the fire.  Officials say during a typical year, home electrical problems account for 90,000 fires, over 700 deaths, and $700 million in property losses. 

KFD says you should follow these electrical safety tips to help keep your home fire safe.

• Replace worn, old, or damaged extension cords right away.

• Use extension cords for temporary purposes only.

• Avoid putting cords where they can be damaged or pinched, like under a carpet or rug.

• Do not overload power strips.

• Use power strips that have internal overload protection.