Assistant Manager :Ski & Ride School – Salary

PSIA-AASI Western Region; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for employees

Employee discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Excellent training and professional开发

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring Ski & Snowboard School Assistant Managers for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. The role focuses on delivering high-quality guest and employee experiences while supporting ski and snowboard school operations.

Starting wage ranges with potential for growth, housing, and full-time hours are available. This position offers opportunities across multiple programs and locations in the mountains.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.
• PSIA/AASI Level 2 or higher preferred.
• Current professional instructor certification preferred.
• Fluent English – reading, writing, speaking.
• Experience as a ski/snowboard instructor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, including training, scheduling, payroll, and performance management.
• Provide on-hill coaching, support, and quality oversight for instructors.
• Promote and model safe practices for guests and staff at all times.
• Collaborate with managers and teams to ensure lessons and programs run smoothly.
• Oversee operations for daily retail lessons, seasonal programs, and specialty offerings.
• Manage resources, labor, and financial performance in line with goals.
• Engage with guests to address concerns and gather feedback.
• Foster safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

PSIA/AASI Level 2 or higher

Instructor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

RPOS

Job description

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Job Summary

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The Ski & Snowboard School Assistant Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality guest and employee experiences while supporting the overall success of ski and snowboard school operations. This role oversees all or key components of program delivery within their team. This posting is for multiple assistant manager positions within the Ski and Snowboard School.

Level of responsibility and associated compensation differs across positions

Job Specifications

Starting Wage: $58,461.98 – $67,267.00

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type: Full Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, including training, scheduling, payroll, and performance management.
• Maintain a strong on-hill presence to provide instructor coaching, support, and quality oversight.
• Promote and reinforce consistent safety messaging, ensuring instructors communicate and model safe practices for guests and employees at all times.
• Partner with managers, assistant managers, leads, specialist and product sales & services teams to ensure lessons and programs are executed effectively.
• Oversee operations for daily retail lessons, seasonal programs, and specialty offerings.
• Manage resources, labor, and financial performance while aligning with department and business goals.
• Engage directly with guests to resolve concerns, gather feedback, and enhance overall satisfaction.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, clear communication, and continuous improvement across the team.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High School Diploma

PSIA/AASI Level 2 or higher – preferred

Minimum Of Three Years As a Full-time Instructor – Preferred

Have current professional instructor certification – preferred

Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently. Verbal communication in person and via telephone with guests, instructors and management – required.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook) – required.

Knowledge of RPOS – preferred

Excellent guest service and communication skills. Must be organized and detail oriented.

Knowledge of V/BC Ski & Snowboard School operations – preferred.

Prior Vail Resorts Experience – Preferred

The expected pay range is $58,461.98 – $67,267.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.