Manager Terrain Park

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 Epic 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.

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 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
   

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

Job Summary:

As an integral part of the Crested Butte Mountain Operations team, the Terrain Park and Bike Park Manager will provide direction, leadership and expertise to the Crested Butte Terrain Park and Bike Park departments. 

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $56,485.00 - $72,000.00 + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• As a leader in the company, this person will embrace and help develop the Created Butte safety culture.
• Provide excellent and effective communication to all departments across the resort, treating other departments as your ‘internal guests.
• Exceed expectations for all levels of Terrain Park and Bike Park users with a strong focus in ensuring progression for all users.
• Be proactive in all aspects of Terrain Park and Bike Park operations on a consistent basis.
• Actively participant in both Terrain Park and Bike Park Best Practice Groups.
• Use construction management methodology for Terrain Park and Bike Park builds.
• Work with Comp services and Grooming Department in preparing the park venues that meet requirements for various competitions.
• Hire and supervise both Terrain Parks and Bike Park staff. Effectively lead, facilitate and mentor all staff to meet or exceed expectations.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all mandated policies, and programs
• Effectively manage operating and capital budgets.

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of Terrain Park and Bike Park operations.
• Previous Supervisory Experience preferred
• Previous Terrain Park and Bike Park operational experience preferred
• Ability to operate a snowcat and excavator preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and good administrative skills preferred.
• Must hold a current driver's license
• Ability to organize and be consistent.
• Ability to work varying hours/ days as business needs dictate.
• High School Education

The expected pay range is $56,485.00 - $72,000.00 + annual bonus. 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  512018
Reference Date: 10/09/2025 
Job Code Function: Terrain Park