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Manager, Competition Services & Seasonal Programs, Ski + Ride School

Vail Resorts · Stowe, VT · Yesterday
$51k–$73k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

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.

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

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all Competition Services & Seasonal Programs operations, ensuring alignment with Ski and Ride School and Resort strategic goals
  • Own financial performance, including revenue generation, labor management, and expense control for all assigned programs
  • Hire, train, develop, and supervise Assistant Manager, program leads, and staff; foster a high-performance and engaged team culture
  • Oversee planning and execution of all competition-related activities, including Masters Racing, corporate races, race training environments, and external event hosting (MMSC, GMA, USASA, ISFA, etc.)
  • Develop and grow revenue streams through programming innovation, hill space sales, and enhanced event offerings
  • Cookordination with Mountain Operations (Grooming, Snowmaking, Patrol) to ensure high-quality, safe, and consistent race and training environments
  • Maintain and manage all race infrastructure, including preseason and in-season inspection, repair, and set up of netting, gates, and training equipment
  • Partner with Field Marketing and other departments to support event visibility, guest engagement, and brand alignment
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with competition clubs, partners, and external organizations
  • Ensure high standards of guest service, program quality, and safety; resolve escalated guest concerns when needed
  • Collaborate with Ski and Ride School leadership to support broader operations, including peak periods and holiday program coverage
  • Lead daily on-hill operational support, including training space setup and safety management for Ski and Ride School programs
  • Contribute to strategic planning, program innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support preseason preparation, staff training, and operational readiness for the Ski and Ride School
  • Provide structured offseason transition planning to ensure continuity of critical work during non-operational months
  • Model and uphold company values, safety standards, and leadership expectations

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Ski & Ride School or related resort operations
  • Demonstrated experience in competition services, race programming, or seasonal program management
  • Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience supervising staff in an operational environment
  • Experience leading supervisors or team leads strongly preferred
  • aCurrent PSIA/AASI Level II required; Level III preferred
  • USSA or other competition-related certifications preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and RPOS
  • Fluent communicating in both written and verbal English
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
  • Proven ability to manage operations while contributing to strategic initiatives
  • Financial acumen and ability to manage labor and revenue targets
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to build relationships with internal teams and external partners
  • Skilled in conflict resolution and guest service recovery
  • Advanced knowledge of ski racing, freestyle, and competition environments
  • Ability to work outdoors in variable and inclement conditions
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and peak periods

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