Race and Competition Services Supervisor

Aspen Skiing Company•Aspen, CO

8d•$60,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Competition Services Supervisor will lead daily operations of NASTAR public and private alpine racing in Snowmass along with supporting all operational aspects of competition-based events across the four mountains. This position will collaborate with and support the ASC Events & Partnerships, Snowmass Operations and Ski & Snowboard Schools teams in daily operations, events and in support of creating new race-related businesses. This leadership position plays an integral role in growing the culture of racing with ASC and the Roaring Fork Valley. This position reports to the Ski & Snowboard School Managing Director. The salary range for this seasonal position is equivalent to $60,000 to $73,000 yearly. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
4 seasons in the winter sports industry required
2 seasons in a role within race and winter events experience required
USSA/FIS race official certifications required
Current, valid driver’s license
Proficient computer skills including point of sale software, scheduling software, email, Microsoft products and other computer programs
Knowledge of company policies and procedures
Basic industry terminology
Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members, and event staff
Proficiency in skiing or snowboarding with the ability to maneuver on steep and variable terrain
Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor conditions, including cold temperatures and heavy snowfall
Ability to lead team members
Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working
Attention to detail to ensure proper course setup and maintenance throughout the event
Ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions and event requirements

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred
Prior experience racing or working for a racing program helpful
Snowmobile experience useful
Advanced or above skiing/snowboarding skills
Other language skills a plus, especially Spanish

Responsibilities

Daily setup, breakdown and maintenance of racecourses or event venues
Communication and coordination with Snowmass Mountain Operations and Guest Services teams
Organize, prioritize, and train their team to execute operational requirements based on divisional business goals, SOP’s, and end-of-season analysis
Manage race department inventory and ordering processes to ensure supplies/equipment are in good working order and par is maintained
Support Competition Services Director in financial evaluation and budgetary planning process
Oversee assigned race events and race related programming operations to ASC standards and operating practices and manage expenses to budgetary expectations
Manage aspects of events that require S3 support, such as slip crew or other shared staffing needs
Coordinate private race events across the four mountains and coordinate with Mtn Operations for support as needed.
Participate in planning, development and execution of ongoing and daily race operations, including NASTAR and Town Race Series.
Actively seek and act on opportunities for business growth, in conjunction with the S3 and Events Management Team
Acts as course/race official as requested for USSA / FIS sanctioned events
Collaborate with other departments to plan, and organize operations and expand product knowledge and understanding as needed
Develop and manage staffing plans in accordance with ASC employment requirements for specific areas of responsibility
Lead employee recognition, disciplinary action and performance management efforts
Participates in thorough end-of-season analysis of individual and departmental strengths and opportunities and proactively engage in planning for future seasons
Other duties as assigned