Senior Manager: Ski Patrol

 

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 Ski Patrol Senior Manager, Grade 27, oversees all aspects of the Professional Ski Patrol. This includes staffing, training, budgeting, scheduling, interdepartmental relations, and guest service. The Ski Patrol Director is responsible for ensuring the safety of our on-mountain guests and employees, overseeing medical aid, avalanche mitigation work, rope rescue, lift evacuation and avalanche rescue. In addition, the job requires overseeing summertime operations, capital projects, and a variety of summer maintenance projects. The job requires strong leadership qualities, and creative problem-solving.
  Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $93,000 - $107,000k + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round 
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: No  

  Job Responsibilities:

• Lead overall financial management of the Ski Patrol department, including labor and operating budget
  
• Oversee day‑to‑day Ski Patrol operations in partnership with Patrol leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent mountain operation
  
• Actively manage and shape the culture of the Ski Patrol team, reinforcing accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and alignment with company value
  
• Champion a strong culture of guest service, safety, and professionalism across the departmen
  
• Ensure effective daily staff meetings, reinforce safety standards, and participate in Vail‑wide Ski Patrol COE in