Sr Ski Patrol

City of Steamboat Springs • Steamboat Springs, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal position. Hours are variable up to 40 per week depending on department need. It's fun and rewarding to work for the City of Steamboat Springs! Our employees are passionate and proud to serve our community with excellence and distinction. Our teams are awesome, and we are committed to our community and the very special place that is Steamboat Springs, Colorado!

GENERAL PURPOSE
Serves as lead patroller assisting with overseeing ski patrol operations at Howelsen Hill. Responsible for providing emergency medical services, search and rescue, lift evacuation, identifying and marking hazardous ski conditions, opening and closing terrain features, and ensuring accurate and timely documentation of all incidents.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Ski Safety Coordinator and Howelsen Ski and Rodeo Complex Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Assists with supervising up to 15 full-time, part-time, and volunteer ski patrollers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as an ambassador of the City of Steamboat Springs and upholds City values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Well-being, Respect and Compassion, while espousing safety at all times. Assists with training, scheduling, and supervising Ski Patrol and EMS staff, including overseeing required certifications, recertifications, refreshers, and associated trainings. Assists with pre-season setup, in-season maintenance, and post-season tear-down of mountain, trail, and building areas used by Ski Patrol and EMS. Efficiently and effectively handles on-mountain emergencies, provides medical care, performs daily trail checks, identifies and marks potential hazards, and models snow sport safety. Serves as a liaison between Howelsen Hill, the National Ski Patrol, local EMS agencies, and hospitals to ensure proper patient care and transfer; acts as Patrol Director in their absence. Assists with scheduling, leading, and documenting chairlift evacuation trainings and maintains all evacuation-related ropes and gear. Oversees terrain features at the ski area, including daily opening/closing of the terrain park and individual features, and maintains terrain park record keeping. Coordinates with Risk Management and insurance representatives to ensure City policies, safety procedures, and standards are met.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Serves as a member of various employee committees, including the safety committee. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Certificate in Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) and CPR, or equivalent (EMT)
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience related to municipal operations or public safety
• Ability to ski or snowboard proficiently in all terrain and weather conditions
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain one upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of public risk management and loss control principles
• Knowledge of safety standards relating to public ski area facilities and equipment
• Knowledge of medical emergency response protocols
• Ability to lead and instruct patrollers
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions during medical or mountain emergencies
• Ability to maintain clear and accurate incident records

Responsibilities

• Serves as lead patroller assisting with overseeing ski patrol operations at Howelsen Hill.
• Provides emergency medical services, search and rescue, lift evacuation, identifying and marking hazardous ski conditions, opening and closing terrain features, and ensuring accurate and timely documentation of all incidents.
• Assists with training, scheduling, and supervising Ski Patrol and EMS staff, including overseeing required certifications, recertifications, refreshers, and associated trainings.
• Assists with pre-season setup, in-season maintenance, and post-season tear-down of mountain, trail, and building areas used by Ski Patrol and EMS.
• Handles on-mountain emergencies, provides medical care, performs daily trail checks, identifies and marks potential hazards, and models snow sport safety.
• Serves as a liaison between Howelsen Hill, the National Ski Patrol, local EMS agencies, and hospitals to ensure proper patient care and transfer; acts as Patrol Director in their absence.
• Assists with scheduling, leading, and documenting chairlift evacuation trainings and maintains all evacuation-related ropes and gear.
• Oversees terrain features at the ski area, including daily opening/closing of the terrain park and individual features, and maintains terrain park record keeping.
• Coordinates with Risk Management and insurance representatives to ensure City policies, safety procedures, and standards are met.
• Serves as a member of various employee committees, including the safety committee.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Seasonal Employees who remain until the end of the ski season are eligible for either: $1.50/hour end of season bonus based on total hours worked OR Employees who regularly work more than 20 hours weekly may select a Steamboat Resort Merchant Pass paid for by the City of Steamboat Springs in lieu of option one
• All Employees of Howelsen Hill will be eligible to participate in the Real Deal, allowing them to ski at most ski areas in CO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED