Winter 26/27: Competition and Events Volunteer

POWDR • Copper Mountain, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Mountain Resort is seeking passionate and skilled skiers/riders to volunteer for on-hill ski/ride events and races throughout the winter season. Volunteers will support the Race/Competitions and Events & Services Departments in executing events such as slalom, giant slalom, super G, downhill, halfpipe, slopestyle, and boarder/skier cross. Opportunities include roles like race starters, credential checkers, course/feature marshals, timers, and scoreboard keepers. Volunteers must be able to commit to at least 7 days/shifts from November through mid-April, with specific requirements for the initial months and the USASA Nationals event. This role requires a love for the outdoors and the ability to be an ambassador for Copper Mountain Resort.

Requirements

• Must be passionate and skilled skier/riders.
• Must love the outdoors.
• Must be able to commit by November to volunteer 7 days/shifts throughout the season (November through May).
• Must be in good physical condition and dress warmly to be outdoors in winter conditions for extended periods of time at 9,600 feet and above.
• Must be able to commit to completion of all scheduled volunteer shifts.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must own or have access to proper ski/ride equipment including a helmet.
• Is flexible with hours and days of volunteering.
• Is on time and able to volunteer any hours of the day for which they commit.
• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and volunteering, to have good balance in life.

Nice To Haves

• Able to ski/ride at a minimum of intermediate level, expert skiers/riders preferred.
• On-hill experience and knowledge of Copper trails and chairlifts a plus.

Responsibilities

• Function as a member of the Copper Mountain Competitions Department, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with guests and employees.
• Act as an ambassador for the Resort, striving to exceed athlete and event organizer expectations and create memories for all guests.
• Perform duties such as Gatekeeping and Judging, Starter and Assistant Starter, Scoreboard posting, Hand Timing, Jump marshals, Tabulator, Credential Checker, and Course marshals.
• Uphold a professional image and adhere to grooming guidelines.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Be supportive of Core Values.
• Set an example for others.
• Be organized in tasks and see projects through to completion.
• Handle fast-paced, potentially high-pressure environments.
• Be flexible with hours and days of volunteering.
• Be on time and able to volunteer any hours of the day for which they commit.
• Prioritize and re-prioritize personal time and volunteering for good balance in life.

Benefits

• 7 days volunteering earns a season pass.
• Additional volunteer days receive a voucher for each day completed after the 7th.
• Competitive benefits.
• Employee housing.
• A unique work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed