Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary
The Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for developing and executing people strategy that elevates the employee experience to drive growth and profitability at Vail Resorts. You will focus on collaborating with leaders to drive the business strategy, utilizing talent insights and organization data to drive business outcomes, engaging Centers of Excellence to drive strategic business initiatives that solve the most important business challenges and creating leverage as we solve for local or regional problems in an enterprise-wide, scalable manner.
Job Specifications:
- Outlet: Corporate
- The budgeted range starts at $160,000 - $175,000 + annual bonus + equity. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
- Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round
- Other Specifics: Hybrid
The most successful HRBPs have the following traits and competencies:
- Thinks strategically, applying business insights to formulate and drive HR solutions that achieve organizational objectives
- Makes informed business decisions through the use of data and analytics
- Proactive approach to workforce development and talent pipeline growth / visibility
- Leads change, initiating and supporting organizational transformation, and adjusting direction when needed
- Skillful champion and influencer of cultural shifts that create diverse, equitable, and inclusive outcomes
- Confidence to have a strong point of view and express it even if it proves unpopular
- An ability to build long-term, trusting relationships with clients and with HR colleagues
- Supports the professional growth and development of employees across all levels of the organization
- Champions the culture, while embracing regional and cultural differences in working styles
- Strong learning agility. Enjoys and excels in environments where he/she must tackle and solve new and increasingly complex strategic business challenges and issues—incorporating the newest ideas, technologies, and approaches to business
- A brave, ambitious, and passionate leader who is comfortable in his/her own skin while also demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develops organization strategy to enable business strategy, including strategic planning, organization alignment assessment, talent insights and employee experience;
- Leads transformation efforts, including change management, process improvement, org design and capability development;
- Leverage our talent philosophy to ensure robust succession plans, build individual, team and enterprise performance management and manage workforce planning efforts;
- Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR COEs and with business leaders to develop people and organization solutions, programs, and policies;
- Provide guidance and input on regional restructures, workforce planning and succession planning;
- Coach and consult with leaders to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention;
- Experienced team leader who continuously aligns team priorities, holds team members accountable to achieve their best performance, and coaches team members to grow and develop;
- Learn and maintain a thorough knowledge and understanding of Vail Resorts policies, code of ethics, mission, vision and values
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Master degree preferred, not required
- Minimum 10 years HR experience with 5 years HR business partner experience with senior leaders/executives
- Minimum 5 years supervisory experience leading and coaching HR Business Partners
- Thorough knowledge of human resources practices including organizational design, talent management, and culture/change management
- Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in decision-making
- Ability to lead with a consultative approach, and provide guidance and advice when needed.
- Experience with change management and organization transformation a plus
- Strong coaching skills
- Periodic travel to Colorado resorts
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR (preferred, not required)
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $160,000 - $175,000 + annual bonus + equity. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job 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
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
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.
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 506366
Reference Date: 12/13/2024
Job Code Function: Business HR
