Snow Safety Manager - Aspen Highlands

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [email protected], aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

The Snow Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the operations of the Snow Safety teams and all comprehensive avalanche programing. This position manages the Snow Safety team to ensure the safety of employees and guests in avalanche terrain. This position is also responsible aligning with the Ski Patrol teams to create an efficient, well organized, and enjoyable environment for skiing guests and employees while consistently greeting and engaging our guests on all parts of the mountain.

This position reports to the Patrol Director and is a Full-Time, exempt seasonal role with the ability to work budgeted hours in the summer and shoulder seasons in preparation for each winter. This is a leadership role that will require a minimum of 5 days per week.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline 

Applications for this position will be accepted until July 16th, 2025.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of all guests and employees in complex terrain.
• Conduct avalanche hazard assessments and identify hazards on a daily basis to ensure the safe and timely opening of terrain
• Organize and oversee all avalanche and hazard mitigation
• Monitor weather, snowpack and terrain; maintain records of weather and mitigation strategies
• Maintain area weather stations
• Communicate avalanche observations and trends with Snow Safety team
• Oversee closures and the ski area boundary in accordance with the Colorado Skier Safety Act
• Purchase and manage inventory of PPE used in avalanche hazard mitigation
• Maintain the department Avalanche Manual; stay abreast of industry standards and best practices
• Hire, train and manage Snow Safety Team including daily scheduling and performance management
• Oversee training and education including certifications for avalanche hazard mitigation.
• Oversee Snow Safety budget and supplies including managing explosives in accordance with Federal and State guidelines
• Maintain positive working relationship with all departments; communicate avalanche observations and trends with industry peers
• Seek opportunities to enhance guest experiences, and initiate guest contact
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years of previous snow safety experience required
• AIRE Level 3, AAA AvPro or equivalent avalanche education required
• Current CPR certification required
• Minimum Outdoor Emergency Care or EMT required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert skier able to ski all terrain in all weather conditions for extended periods required
• Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint; and Smart Mountain efficiencies.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures 
• Familiarity with company rules, regulations, and operational standards 
• Proficient knowledge of industry regulations and how they affect business operations 
• Skilled in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing with team members and guests in English  
• Completes and manages tasks and goals efficiently and effectively 
• Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality 
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly, considering both short-term and long-term impacts 
• Ability to solve complex issues and find solutions in challenging situations 
• Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with others  
• Ability to develop strong working relationship with those contacted in the course of work 
• Ability to assess team performance, provide feedback, and implement development plans 
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor teams and individuals to drive performance, engagement, and professional growth  

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, crawl, and kneel for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Frequently lift, push, carry or pull up to 100 pounds

Job Benefits 

This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  

•    Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs

•    Flexible Spending Account Programs

•    Life Insurance Programs

•    Paid Time Off Programs

•    Paid Leave Programs

•    401(k) Savings Plan

•    Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes 

•    Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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