Ski Patroller and Snow Safety Director 2025-2025 Season

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies; Alberta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nakiska Patrol and Snow Safety Director. This full-time seasonal role involves overseeing a dynamic team while ensuring the safety and satisfaction of guests in a breathtaking mountain environment. You'll lead professional and volunteer staff, manage operational budgets, and maintain high safety standards. This position offers competitive wages, a season's pass, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about mountain safety and have the skills to lead a team, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Season's Pass

Discounts on Food and Retail

Career Advancement Opportunities

Staff Events

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Professional Ski Patroller.
• Ability to work outdoors in winter conditions.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the Ski Patrol and Snow Safety program.
• Ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Managing department budget and safety equipment.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Alpine Skiing Ability

Computer Skills

Education

80-hour Outdoor Emergency Care Certification

Professional Ski Patroller Certification

Level 1 Avalanche Certification

Job description

Our guests and staff safety are your number one priority, and you deliver fast, efficient guest assistance when needed. Guests feel comfortable when their safety is in your hands. You take pride in providing guests with the best vacation and recreation experience possible.

Position Details

The Nakiska Patrol and Snow Safety Director (SPSSD) is a full-time seasonal supervisory position (September 15th - April 30). SPSSD manages the day-to-day and long-term operations of the department. Nakiska's patrol and snow safety team comprises 20 seasonal full-time employees, including professional patrollers, avalanche technicians, mountain dispatch, and mountain trail crew, supported by an avalanche safety contractor, volunteer Canadian Ski Patrol, medical director, and volunteer on-call physicians. SPSSD maintains the department's and company's vision while balancing operational needs. The position reports to the Nakiska General Manager and the Operations Manager.

Prerequisites

• Professional Ski Patroller with 80-hour outdoor emergency care certification and at least 3 years of experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with superiors, colleagues, and staff.
• Proficient in verbal and written English, with excellent computer skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in winter conditions, with advanced alpine skiing ability in all terrains and conditions.
• Additional relevant certificates (e.g., Level 1 Avalanche, blasting ticket) are considered assets for qualified individuals.

Duties

• Overseeing the entire Ski Patrol and Snow Safety program, including professional and volunteer staff.
• Creating and maintaining a safe and professional environment for all mountain users.
• Ensuring staff compliance with policies and procedures.
• Recruiting and negotiating employment for department staff.
• Delegating roles and responsibilities.
• Implementing and promoting all five company core values.
• Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task under stress or time pressure.
• Managing the department's budget and safety equipment.
• Updating and assisting Nakiska Management as needed.
• Ensuring all documentation meets professional standards.
• Performing other relevant operational duties as assigned.

We Offer

• Competitive wages and benefits.
• A season’s pass for the resort, including reciprocal benefits.
• Discounts on food, retail, and hotels.
• Pro-deals.
• Staff events—meet great people who share a passion for mountain lifestyle!
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Interested? Please apply with your resume. We regret that only applicants eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship may be considered for seasonal roles.