Indigenous Relations Manager

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.

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
• RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
• 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

About the Role:
We’re looking for a passionate, community-focused Indigenous Partnerships Specialist to strengthen and grow Whistler Blackcomb’s relationship with the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and Lil̓wat7úl (Lil’wat Nation). In this role, you’ll help implement our MDA Umbrella Agreement, focusing on employment, training, cultural sharing, recreation, and contracting opportunities.

You’ll serve as a dedicated liaison, helping ensure our commitment to meaningful partnerships is upheld across the resort while fostering a workplace that is inclusive and supportive for Indigenous Peoples.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $65,000 - $85,000 + annual bonus
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Housing Availability: Yes

Key Responsibilities:  

• Implementing strategies to align training programs with employment opportunities.  
• Promoting job awareness through community engagement.  
• Supporting recruitment, mentorship, and retention of Indigenous employees.  
• Educating employees on Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation cultures.  
• Exploring procurement and contracting opportunities with Indigenous businesses.  
• Facilitating recreational opportunities for Indigenous youth and broader community members.  
• Promoting cultural sharing and participation in events.  

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong ties with the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation.
• Education or training in Human Resources, project management, or a related field is an asset
• Indigenous relations, business development, Human Resources
• 3-5 years of supervisor/leadership experience 
• A valid BC drivers license
• Proficient in outlook and Microsoft systems 
• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised
• Project management, community relations and engagement, program development, strong verbal and written communication skills

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a more inclusive, collaborative future in one of the most iconic mountain destinations in the world. Be a leader in community engagement, cultural integration, and social impact.

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 509008
Reference Date: 06/05/2025
Job Code Function: Public Relations