Ski Patrol Level 3

About the role

Alyeska Resort is seeking experienced Ski Patrol – Level 3 professionals to lead a team in Girdwood, Alaska. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring guest safety while executing critical mountain operations and mentoring fellow patrollers.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safe skiing practices according to State of Alaska and Alyeska Resort policies.
• Patrol assigned areas daily to identify and mitigate hazards on ski slopes and trails.
• Assist in search and rescue operations, including lost skiers, chair lift evacuations, and avalanche search and rescue.
• Render first aid to injured skiers and provide safe transport off the mountain; notify medical personnel for severe injuries.
• Ensure no skiers remain on slopes or trails at the end of the day or during inclement weather.
• Maintain towers, posts, snowmaking hydrants, patrol stations, and storage areas.
• Inspect ski lifts, rope tows, and chair lifts to report safety hazards or damage.
• Assist with mountain sweeping at the close of the season.
• Handle explosives for avalanche control under supervision.
• Participate in speed control, safety enforcement, and transceiver location.
• Perform special patrol jobs, Dispatch, and Aid Room duties.
• Serve as Route Leader for avalanche mitigation and operate artillery pieces.
• Resolve guest complaints according to policy.
• Teach other patrollers about all aspects of patrolling.
• Lead coordinated lift evacuations and act as Rescue Leader in avalanche situations.
• Serve as Accident Investigation Leader.
• Exhibit demonstrable leadership skills and perform closing duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Meets all qualifications and competency requirements of Ski Patrol Levels I and II.
• Current Outdoor Emergency Care certification or Alaska EMT-1 certification (or higher).
• Current CPR Basic Life Support certification appropriate for medical certification.
• Avalanche Professional Level 1 (Pro 1) Certification.
• Minimum of five seasons of ski patrol experience, including at least one season with Alyeska Ski Patrol.
• Current certificate of completion for ICS-200 or higher.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Alyeska’s terrain, operations, lift/tram systems, patrol facilities, rescue systems, emergency access routes, and departmental plans.
• Senior-level competency in closing operations, Dispatch, Aid Room operations, work-run quality control, incident documentation, guest service, and interdepartmental communication.
• Completion of all required Patroller III medical, lift evacuation, rope rescue, incident investigation, vehicle, and Snow Safety qualifications.
• Completion of at least three approved Patroller III elective qualifications from the advancement checklist.
• Ability to instruct, mentor, and evaluate other patrollers in trained disciplines.
• Ability to lead designated operations within established Ski Patrol, Snow Safety, and resort chain of command.
• Completion of a long-term patrol project with demonstrated planning, communication, implementation, and follow-through.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Advancement requires successful completion of all Patroller III Checklist sign-offs and approval through performance review, peer review, and management review.

Physical Demands

• Strong skiing and toboggan handling skills.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum load of 75 pounds while skiing.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to assist with patient handling, assessment, and transportation over steep, variable, and ice or snow-covered terrain.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to high, precarious places and inclement weather conditions.
• Fast-paced, high-energy resort environment with seasonal changes and special events.
• Work schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

Starting wage: $27 per hour.

Benefits

• Employee housing available for a small fee.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Free mountain pass for employees and qualified dependents.
• Employee discounts on resort lodging, dining, and spa services.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

About Alyeska Resort

Alyeska Resort is a world-class destination in Girdwood, Alaska, just 45 minutes south of Anchorage. With a 300+ room hotel, a Nordic Spa, and a renowned ski area, we offer a dynamic work environment where employees can work hard, play hard, and "Live the Adventure!"