Senior Manager, Governance and Program Management

 

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:
As the Senior Manager of Governance and Program Management, you'll play a pivotal role supporting the VP of Analytics and the Analytics team to drive the Enterprise Analytics vision for Vail Resorts. You will support executing the functional objectives, driving organizational effectiveness, managing the long-range strategic plan, and overseeing the Analytics organization's goals, projects, initiatives, and meetings. This role requires a high-potential leader with a passion for learning and development, possessing self-initiative, ambition, learning agility, business acumen, and emotional intelligence.   Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $121,000 - $160,000 + annual bonus 

• Employment Type: Year Round  

• Shift Type: Full Time

• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

• Housing Availability: No  

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

Support the Analytics VP and Team Leadership

• Partner closely with the leadership to drive top priorities and drive enterprise-wide initiatives
• Analyze team resources and ensure alignment with the company's business strategy and priorities
• Anticipate the needs of the VP and other leaders and stakeholders; use pattern recognition to identify potential risks and take action to mitigate
• Build trust and maintain confidentiality with senior leadership and team overall.

  Manage Business Deliverables, Operating Model, and Leadership Meetings

• Organize and plan key leadership meetings and business deliverables to address high-priority items
• Partner with the Analytics leadership team to define strategic priorities and outcomes, track decisions, and elevate risks.
• Implement operational cadence to streamline communication and decision-making processes
• Ensure efficient scheduling and preparation for meetings and events

  Drive Efficiency through Effective Process, Project and Program Management

• Lead initiatives to track priorities, deadlines, and critical projects
• Provide oversight, guidance and governance across multiple projects, ensuring objectives are met efficiently
• Prepare communications, presentations, and meeting materials, maintaining accuracy and content integrity

  Executive’s Agenda Management

• Work closely with the VP to understand strategic and tactical priorities, reviewing the calendar weekly to ensure clarity and value.
• Support VP by analyzing time allocation and ensure calendar is optimized to meet short and long-term goals
• Develop a calendar cadence and tracking mechanism for follow-ups, ensuring efficient utilization of time and resources.

  Communications and Engagement

• Consolidate reporting for executive review
• Develop stra