Human Resources Manager - Aspen Snowmass

Company Description

With roots dating back to 1946, Aspen Skiing Company, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram and  Facebook. 

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager manages all aspects of human resources functions, including onboarding, orientation, compensation, health and wellness benefits, training and development, records management, employee relations, leave of absence management and legal compliance. As a leader of our culture, the Human Resources Manager will ensure a seamless employee experience, providing excellent service to all employees. Additionally, this role requires the use of confidentiality and integrity with regards to all employee interactions and matters. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources.

This position is required to work in person at Aspen Highlands Human Resources office.

The salary range for this position is $64,500- $85,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 15, 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
•    Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance
•    Onboards employees to fill vacant positions
•    Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward company goals
•    Keeps records and completes data entry of benefits plans participation such as insurance and retirement plan, personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, and employee statistics for internal government reporting
•    Coordinates management training in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, sexual harassment and others as needed
•    Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues
•    Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
•    Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within organization
•    Assists with the salary administration program to ensure compliance and equity within organization
•    Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance
•    Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations
•    Represents organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations
•    Guide employees and managers through the leave of absence process, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and company-sponsored leave policies
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
•    BA/BS degree in a relevant field of study such as Human Resources or Business Management required
•    Minimum 3 years' previous work experience in a manager level Human Resources role required
•    PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred 

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Strong leadership skills, communication skills, negotiating skills, professional integrity and sound business judgment 
•    Strong attention to detail, analytic