Specialist Events

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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:
We are seeking a Activation Specialist for a New Pilot Program: Morning Activities for Families at Hawk's Nest Cabin on Sundays, Wednesday, and Fridays 7:00am-1:30pm. This program will run from February 15th through March 29th. These activations include Yoga, Guided Art, and Sushi Rolling, all lead by Instructors. Your role will be to open and setup Hawk's Nest Cabin, support the Instructors, and maintain the facility throughout the morning.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr  
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026  
• Shift Type: Part Time hours available 
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No 

Job Responsibilities:

• Support day of event logistics.
• Provide Safety and Operations plans for all events
• Morning Yoga led by an instructor from Vendor (Needs: Opening Hawk's Nest, Prepping Mats, Facilitating Guest
• Experience, can participate in Yoga)
• Culinary Experience hosted by Local Chefs (Needs: Guest Check in, Cleaning Facility, Assisting Chefs in Setup
• Family Art hosted by Vendor (Needs: Facility Setup, Handling guest entry and admission, Creating Friendly Environment during Art sessions)

Other Responsibilities:

• Assisting in moving small furniture (tables, chairs, etc...)
• Facilitate guest survey collection
• Keeping Hawk's Nest Cabin neat and tidy (strong organizational skills)
• Serve light refreshments and snacks to guests

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to effectively present detailed information both verbally and in written form to guests and employees.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Experience in guest service.

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/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  512257
Reference Date: 10/25/2025 
Job Code Function: Marketing