Director, Senior Employment Counsel

 

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

 

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 Summary:

Vail Resorts seeks an experienced and passionate labor and employment attorney to join our L&E Legal Team as Director, Senior Employment Counsel. As a collaborative team, we act as strategic partners to our Human Resources department and provide labor and employment advice to all divisions of the organization. The Senior Employment Counsel role requires an agile and flexible problem solver, demonstrated business leader, and team player who can lead complex projects, remain calm under pressure, implement effective systems, successfully manage others, and guide the business on high-stakes legal issues. 

 

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $160,000 - $180,000 + annual bonus + equity  

• Employment Type: Year Round  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: No 

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage legal risk by providing reliable advice, counsel, and support to our Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, Health & Safety, and Operations teams on legal matters, including, but not limited to, wage and hour, accommodations, disciplinary matters, compensation, leaves of absences, EEO requirements, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, social media, privacy, hiring and separations, union campaigns, collective bargaining, and policies and procedures.
• Lead labor-related programs, including campaigns, elections, collective bargaining, training, contract oversight, grievances/ULPs, workforce continuity, and other strategic initiatives
• Manage, oversee, and support labor and employment internal investigations
• Oversee federal and state employment-related agency audits, complaints and investigations
• Effectively train HR and business leaders on labor and employment issues
• Effectively and efficiently supervise and/or partner with internal and outside counsel in labor and employment-related litigation and regulatory proceedings
• Own, lead, and oversee team processes and procedure improvements
• Successfully manage and lead others, both peers and direct reports
• Adhere to, support, and promote the Mission, Values, standards, and goals of the Company and Team
• Other duties as necessary and assigned, including willingness to travel

 

Job Requirements:

• JD from accredited law school and active state bar license required
• Minimum 7+ years’ legal experience, specifically focused on employment law, with significant time dedicated to advice and counseling
• Demonstrated understanding of federal and state labor and employment laws, regulations, and agencies, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, EEOC, and state agencies
• Creative problem solver with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to simultaneously handle numerous varied assignments
• Proven ability to drive complex projects to completion with a diverse group of business partners, and to lead collaborative group projects with minimal oversight and guidance
• Demonstrated ability to work under high pressure conditions, meet aggressive deadlines, and to effectively handle urgent situations with patience and tact
• High integrity and ability to quickly build trust and maintain credibility
• Ability to succeed working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Impeccable interpersonal communication and service orientation, including demonstrated leadership qualities and an ability to bring out the best in others
• Commitment to profe