Assistant Manager Competition Services

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:

Ski and ride, every day, while at work! The Competition Services team is responsible for the setup/tear down and maintenance of our racecourses, competition and event venues, and other mountain operation needs at both Attitash and Wildcat. This position operates as a part of a wider team and interfaces with many teams and groups across the mountain. A successful candidate must be willing and able to complete job duties in extreme winter weather conditions for extended periods.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $25.00/hr - $31.26/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities: 

• Ensure safety is #1 priority for all competition services staff
• Coach, motivate, develop and retain all competition services staff
• Oversee completion of performance management for all staff
• Ensure successful execution of all on-mountain events and competitions held at Attitash and Wildcat
• Responsible for all financial aspects of the competition center, including revenue, labor, expenses
• Oversee all event contracts and insurance as required for all events
• Oversee maintenance of all on and off-hill facilities and equipment, including safety and timing equipment
• Attend all Resort and Mountain meetings as required
• Partner and collaborate with all Attitash and Wildcat departments to ensure a consistent and high level experience for all employees and guests
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements: 

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience within the snow sports/biking competition industry or mountain operations
• High level of proficiency in timing software, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
• Strong intrapersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs
• Ability to work outside in variable conditions for long periods of time
• Ability to work holidays, weekends and evenings
• Racecourse Officials license – Preferred
• Timing and Calculations USSA official’s license - Preferred

The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $31.26/hr. 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.

Requisition ID  511690
Reference Date: 09/16/2025 
Job Code Function: Competition Services