Regional Vice President - Hospitality

Red Tail Acquisitions • Irvine, CA

3h • $150,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Regional Vice President is responsible for providing strategic leadership and driving the operational performance and financial success of a designated portfolio of properties within Highway West Vacations. This portfolio may include boutique hotels, outdoor resorts, RV parks, glamping destinations, cabins, and marinas across multiple states. This senior-level position requires a dynamic leader with deep expertise in outdoor hospitality, particularly in the RV, marina, and resort sectors, and a demonstrated ability to design and implement experiential programming that elevates guest engagement and satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in managing seasonal operations, developing effective staffing strategies, and ensuring safe, high-quality experiences across diverse property types. The Regional Vice President will oversee asset performance, drive financial results, enforce safety and compliance standards, and cultivate positive guest and employee relations. Success in this role requires balancing operational excellence with a strong service culture while consistently achieving performance goals and maintaining regulatory compliance across the portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Recreation Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 10 + years of progressive senior leadership experience in outdoor hospitality, resort, RV, marina, ski, or lifestyle hotel operations.
• Proven experience in designing and executing experiential programming that enhances guest satisfaction and supports business objectives.
• Expertise in seasonal workforce planning, including recruitment, training, and retention strategies for both full-time and seasonal teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices for outdoor recreation operations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with team members, guests, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multi-property operations, including budget development, financial oversight, and performance tracking.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances in outdoor hospitality.
• Passion for outdoor recreation, with an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in the RV resort, marina, and ski industries.

Responsibilities

• Execute company vision and regional strategic initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of operations for a portfolio of Boutique Hotels, RV resorts, marinas, and ski operations.
• Develop, implement, and oversee experiential programming that enhances guest engagement and creates unique outdoor recreation experiences.
• Manage seasonal staffing strategies, ensuring optimal staffing levels to support high-volume operations during peak seasons while maintaining operational efficiency during off-peak periods.
• Ensure all properties adhere to safety protocols and industry regulations, maintaining a safe environment for guests and staff, particularly in outdoor recreation settings.
• Collaborate with property managers, department specialists, and teams to improve operational efficiency, guest services, and overall performance.
• Foster positive relationships with guests, industry partners, local government agencies, and community organizations.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, ensuring profitability and sustainability of properties within the portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including environmental regulations and safety standards specific to outdoor recreation facilities.
• Regularly monitor property performance, including guest satisfaction scores, financial metrics, staffing levels, and safety records.
• Provide ongoing leadership development and training for property management teams to ensure excellence in guest service, safety, and operational performance.
• Innovate and continuously improve upon the guest experience, leveraging feedback, trends, and operational data to enhance offerings and services.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications, along with fully company-paid employee health insurance, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and life insurance for full-time employees!
• Every employee gets access to exclusive discounts just for being part of the team!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive