Administrative Assistant
Vail ResortsAbout the role
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.
With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Referral Program
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Job Summary:
The Administrative Assistant, Mountain Operations is a full-time, year-round role that provides high-level administrative, purchasing, and coordination support primarily for the Senior Director of Mountain Operations and the broader Mountain Operations leadership team. This position thrives in a fast-paced environment and is responsible for managing details with accuracy and follow-through, maintaining confidentiality, and proactively anticipating needs to improve leadership efficiency and the employee experience.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $21.47/hr - $26.29/hr
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day administrative support primarily for the Senior Director of Mountain Operations; manage priorities, deadlines, and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Own the Senior Director’s calendar: schedule meetings, build agendas, coordinate logistics, and capture/distribute notes and follow-ups as needed
- Coordinate travel and itineraries as needed; prepare materials and ensure readiness for leadership meetings, presentations, and operational briefings
- Support purchasing and expense processes for the Senior Director’s organization, including quotes, vendor communication, order placement, receipt tracking, and invoice follow-up (e.g., Coupa, OnBase, P-Card/T&E, Concur)
- Maintain tracking tools for operational expenditures (OPEX) and provide administrative support for budget reporting and reconciliations as requested
- Provide timekeeping and Time & Labor support for Mountain Operations leadership (e.g., daily edits, PTO/sick/holiday entries as requested, interdepartmental labor allocations, and reminders for approvals)
- Assist with hiring and onboarding coordination for the department, including requisitions, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and maintaining accurate hire details (e.g., Paradox/SuccessFactors as applicable)
- Maintain departmental trackers and documentation (contracts, permits, licenses, agreements, fees, and key annual deadlines); support internal and external reporting as assigned
- Draft and distribute communications on behalf of the Senior Director and/or leadership team (updates, reminders, and key timelines); maintain distribution lists and contact directories
- Create, organize, and maintain shared resources (SharePoint/Teams folders, Smartsheets, SOPs, phone lists, radio handles) to support consistent operations
- Serve as a liaison
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