Ski Patrol Manager
About The Position
The Ski Patrol Manager is responsible for the daily operations and management of Ski Patrol and National Ski Patrol (NSP) operations at Lee Canyon. This role involves overseeing the interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of Ski Patrol and NSP staff, including managing all required certifications and training. The Ski Patrol Manager must be qualified to perform the duties of their direct reports and the specific tasks of the manager role. This is a dynamic position requiring adaptability to emergency response and operational changes in a mountain resort environment.
Requirements
- Must possess OEC, EMT, 80-hour WFR or WEMT certification.
- Must have a strong intermediate skiing or snowboarding skill level.
- Must be reasonably physically fit and able to perform patrol duties in a high alpine environment with unpredictable and adverse weather conditions.
- Strict adherence to all State and Federal employment laws, Company policies and Safety Standards.
- Must have the ability to lift up to and carry 50 yards.
- Must be able to work in a standing position for up to hours.
- Must be able to work outside in temperatures below 32 degrees for up to hours.
- Must have at least skiing or snowboarding ability.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrate a strong leadership and teamwork record of accelerated supervisory responsibility throughout their snow industry career.
- Possess a minimum of (2) years previous patrolling experience in a similar setting.
Responsibilities
- Protect and preserve the safety of employees and guests.
- Supervise and manage employees to ensure completion of assigned job functions.
- Supervise and be accountable for interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of Ski Patrol and NSP staff to ensure proper staffing levels and budget compliance.
- Oversee budget planning, use, and purchase of supplies and materials for operational needs.
- Administer and enforce applicable mountain and area rules and policies.
- Oversee the completion of all necessary pre-season setup, in-season maintenance, and post-season tear-down of mountain and trails, including facilities used by Ski Patrol and NSP.
- Oversee and ensure completion of all patient care records and files, including documentation and photos of incidents for accident investigations.
- Serve as a liaison between Lee Canyon, the National Ski Patrol, EMS agencies, Paramedics, and Hospitals for proper patient handling and transfers.
- Maintain incident rates and accident investigation files.
- Maintain training and equipment for lift evacuation and low-angle rescue.
- Prepare, revise, and distribute Ski Patrol and NSP policies, procedures, and manuals.
- Act and perform in various ways in accordance with training and experience to address emergency response and operational tasks.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Risk Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
