Health Safety and Security Senior Specialist

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:

The Health, Safety & Security (HSS) Senior Specialist plays a key role in advancing a world-class safety culture across Grand Teton Lodge Company’s six resort operations. Working at the intersection of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Fire & Life Safety, and Security, this position partners with HSS leadership, National Park Service (NPS) representatives, resort management, and corporate stakeholders to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of accountability, care, and engagement. This is a unique opportunity to live and work in one of America’s most iconic national parks while directly influencing the safety, health, and well-being of employees and guests. The Senior Specialist will not only execute inspections, recordkeeping, and compliance functions but also serve as a safety ambassador, building strong communication networks, delivering impactful training, and inspiring others to embrace our core value: Be Safe.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $24.00/hr - $30.00/hr
• Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

The Health, Safety & Security Senior Specialist will influence and support the company’s EHS/HSS strategy to achieve world-class safety performance in the travel and leisure industry. Primary responsibilities include:

• Conducting and documenting Fire & Life Safety (IFC) inspections across 1,000+ guest and residential units.
• Supporting local and enterprise strategies to maintain best-in-class compliance with OSHA, NPS, ISO 45001, and IFC requirements.
• Promoting hazard recognition and supporting risk reduction initiatives across all resort locations.
• Delivering engaging and impactful training sessions and safety drills for cross-functional teams.
• Executing targeted action projects and continuous improvement initiatives in coordination with EHS/HSS leadership.
• Providing guidance on safety programs across multiple functions, including:
• • Hospitality, Retail, F&B, Culinary, Engineering , Marina, and Guided Adventures.
• Maintaining accurate health & safety records for six GTLC resort properties:
  • Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis, Jenny Lake Lodge, Gros Ventre Campground, Jackson Lake Lodge, Colter Bay Village/Marina, and Flagg Ranch.
• Traveling to assigned resorts within the region, as needed.
• Performing other duties or tasks as assigned.

Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s, or advanced degree in Health & Safety preferred.
• 1–3 years’ experience in EHS, Fire & Life Safety, Security, or Risk Management.
• Solid working knowledge of OSHA standards, EHS best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams.
• Knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety practices.

Preferred: 

• Proven communication skills with the ability to influence, engage, and train diverse audiences.
• Experience with EHS data collection/analytics platforms (Tableau, Gensuite, Smartsheet, etc.).
• Experience leading and implementing change management across a variety of stakeholders.
• Previous operational experience in NPS authorized operations or hospitality settings.

The expected pay range is $24.00/hr - $30.00/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  511515
Reference Date: 09/10/2025 
Job Code Function: Health & Safety