Assistant Manager Snow Safety

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•    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

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Job Summary:  

The Snow Safety Assistant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the avalanche hazard mitigation program for Crested Butte Mountain Resort. 

They are responsible for delegating and carrying out the necessary avalanche control procedures to ensure the safety of our employees and guests in avalanche terrain. They ensure complete compliance with federal, and state agencies regarding explosives licensing, permitting, purchase, storage, handling, documentation, and training. They will stay current with industry standards/updates and guide the future growth of the Snow Safety program at Crested Butte. They can make major operational decisions as needed and in coordination with the Sr Manager of Patrol, the Assistant Manager of Patrol, and the Director of Mountain Ops.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $74,000 - $85,000
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: 21 years old
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities: 

• Create and implement avalanche hazard mitigation program and maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Develop leaders within the scope of this position’s responsibility to improve leadership within current roles and prepare them for growth.
• Oversee initial and continued avalanche mitigation and avalanche rescue training for the patrol
• Assist with maintaining a positive work culture that has an unwavering commitment to employee Safety.
• Be a leader in the effort to improve safety within Ski Patrol and the resort as a whole.
• Manage the avalanche department budget in coordination with the Sr Manager of Patrol
• Maintain supplies for avalanche route and rescue programs – Packs, Shovels, beacons, probes, RECCO’s, etc.
• Ensure complete compliance with federal and state explosives regulations.
• Track and maintain adequate explosives inventory.
• Hold a current Type 1 explosive permit.
• Be a “Responsible Person” with the ATF
• Actively engage with peers at other Vail Resorts and across the region.
• Engage and participate in company-wide leadership development programs.
• Oversee daily weather and avalanche hazard reporting and documentation program
• Document and track snowpack information throughout the winter
• Oversee weather stations at the resort.
• Work with the Sr Manager of Patrol, Assistant Manager of Patrol, and other mountain operation departments to coordinate mountain Set-up, tear down, and the daily opening and closing of terrain in alignment with changing conditions.
• Interact with outside agencies and industry partners in a professional manner.
• Oversee the avalanche rescue dog program
• Manage early season ski/boot packing program
• Function as a skiing patroller when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Colorado EMT certification or ability to obtain
• Expert level Alpine Skier
• Colorado Explosive Permit Type 1 or ability to obtain
• Advanced Level Snowmobile operator
• Professional Level 2 Avalanche School or equivalent
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other basic computer applications
• English
• Minimum 21 years of age
• 10+ seasons of Avalanche Mitigation experience

The expected pay range is $74,000 - $85,000. 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  510395
Reference Date: 07/24/2025 
Job Code Function: Ski Patrol