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Overview Manager Ski Patrol job at Vail Resorts. Breckenridge, CO. 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 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. Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first). Employee 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 To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary Job Summary Assist in directing Patrol department and managing day to day operations in conjunction with Vail Resorts ethics, mission, & goals. Assure Patrol is compliant with all national, state, & local regulatory agencies governing ski patrol. Communicate and cooperate with all Breckenridge departments to assure smooth operations at the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Assist in preparing and managing both operational and capital budgets. Ensures patrollers are trained and prepared to respond to all emergent situations at the ski resort. Job Specifications Starting Wage: $70,000 - $83,000 Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026 Shift Type: Full Time hours available Housing Availability: No Job Responsibilities Extensive knowledge of Ski Patrol operations including but not limited to: all medical, trails, scheduling, weather, training, avalanche control, snowmobile, risk management, accident investigation, and lift evacuation. Assist in preparing and monitoring budget, and help to prepare monthly forecasts Assure patrol is well trained in medical rescue, lift evacuation, technical rescue, avalanche control, night search, risk management, Colorado Skier Safety Act, accident investigation, trail work, safety, and guest service Effective working relationships both inter/intra departmentally Assure Patrol is compliant with ATF, Colorado Department of Labor & USFS concerning purchase, storage, use, permitting & licensing of explosives. Assures Patrol is compliant with all CPTSB regulations concerning lift evacuation. Assure Patrol is compliant with Ski Patrol best practices Assure Patrol is compliant with all state and local medical protocols. Hire, train, and evaluate performance of supervisors Schedules staffing for day-to-day operations and assures patrol huts are adequately staffed. Demonstrates effective communication and decision-making skills Works with Patrol to provide excellent guest service. Oversee daily operations, coordinating with snow safety department, and other mountain operations departments to assure smooth operations. Ability to work weekends and holidays Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements 10+ years Patrol experience 3-4 years Patrol supervisory experience CO Driver’s License Microsoft Office and Teams proficiency Must be fluent in all aspects of English language Must have advanced level of skiing ability High School diploma or equivalent Advanced level snowmobile operator Outdoor Emergency Care or Wilderness First Responder Preferred EMT ICS 100 and 200 The expected pay range is $70,000 - $83,000. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers. Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer. Requisition for internal reference only. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vail Resorts

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