Ski & Ride School - Location Manager
Vail Resorts · South Lake Tahoe, CA · 2 mo ago
Writing$71k–$86k/yrFull-time
Job Summary
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
Join us at Heavenly Mountain Resort for a winter season or build a career with us. We offer competitive compensation, free passes, discounts, and comprehensive benefits.
Job Specifications
- Starting Wage: $71,042.40 - $86,427.58
- Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, instructors, and support staff
- Drive a culture of engagement, professionalism, and continuous improvement
- Deliver improved positive results in employee engagement and guest satisfaction
- Guide supervisor delivery of all aspects of daily operations aligned with business demand and service standards
- Meet or beat financial performance, product quality, and safety goals
- Resolve guest concerns by using sound judgment according to company values
- Contribute to and execute strategic initiatives
- Proactively identify opportunities to drive measurable school-wide improvement
- Maintain a holistic resort mindset partnering cross-functionally to deliver a seamless, industry-leading guest experience
- Timely and accurate execution of administrative responsibilities
- Meet all deadlines
Job Requirements
- Above average capability in making decisions when full context is not provided
- Ability to hold candid conversations, deliver performance coaching, and make difficult decisions
- Proven experience driving assignments to completion, ensuring alignment, follow-through, and sustained impact
- Must be able to work in inclement weather in a high alpine environment
- 3+ years of leadership or management experience
- 8 years’ experience as a ski/snowboard instructor or coach
- Active PSIA/AASI Level 2 certification or equivalent
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays
- Must pass a background check
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