Senior Specialist, Employee Communications

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 Senior Specialist, Employee Communications, will play a key role in how we educate, inform, inspire, and rally Vail Resorts’ 55,000 team members. This role is responsible for crafting and delivering credible, engaging content across our internal communications channels. Key duties include writing, formatting, and distributing company-wide email newsletters and announcements; maintaining best practices in tone, branding, and formatting across our internal communications channels; and collaborating cross-functionally to develop content and awareness campaigns. The Senior Specialist will also manage email distribution lists and monitor content performance to drive continuous improvement. As a member of our Corporate Communications team, this position plays a vital role in driving employee engagement through thoughtful storytelling and channel strategy.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $57,000 - $65,000
• Employment Type: Year Round  
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Write, build, format, and send newsletters, strategic communications, announcements, and other internal messages via email marketing platform
• Develop engaging content and storytelling for 55,000 employees across the company
• Cross-post content across multiple internal channels, including email, newsletters, and intranet
• Manage content and best practices across all internal communications channels – apply a consistent look, feel, tone, and brand; optimize organization and formatting; ensure effectiveness across mobile and desktop
• Collaborate with internal partners and teams to create credible, engaging communications and awareness campaigns to reach our employees
• Maintain email distribution lists
• Monitor content performance and effectiveness and drive continuous improvement

Job Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in a Communications position
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Exceptional writer with strong attention to detail
• Highly organized; experience managing projects and/or content calendar
• Experience creating, publishing, and managing content using a content management system and/or email distribution platform
• Works independently, takes initiative, and has the desire to achieve
• Learns quickly and is inquisitive
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable interacting with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Able to be nimble in a fast-paced environment and meet challenges with a positive attitude

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $57,000 - $65,000. 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. 

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  511869
Reference Date: 09/29/2025 
Job Code Function: Communications