International Program Coordinator

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Snoqualmie Pass (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Summit at Snoqualmie is seeking an International Programs Coordinator to support employee housing for J-1 participants and residents. You will coordinate arrivals, housing setup, and move-ins while ensuring compliance with housing rules and safety policies.

Role involves coordinating with security and maintenance, handling inquiries, and guiding residents through daily needs and emergency situations. Requires weekend/evening availability and basic IT skills.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work weekends and evenings.
• Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required; PowerPoint preferred.
• Ability to utilize critical thinking in decision-making, good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential material.
• Must communicate effectively with a diverse team.
• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support development, preparation, and implementation of employee housing emergency plans.
• Identify recurring housing needs and communicate improvements for J-1 and employee housing.
• Prepare employee housing for resident arrivals, including inventory, linens, and furniture.
• Conduct resident move-ins with documentation and clear housing policy communication.
• Coordinate with Building Maintenance on maintenance, safety, and facility needs.
• Assist with seasonal room inspections and record keeping.
• Manage room key assignments and related records.
• Distribute housing notices and important information to residents.
• Assist with snow removal around employee housing entrances as needed.
• Serve as primary contact for housing residents and respond to inquiries.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Attention to detail

Communication

Spanish language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic building maintenance/ construction/ plumbing

Job description

Overview

The Summit at Snoqualmie is the Pacific Northwest's premier multi mountain ski resort, located 47 miles east of Seattle at Snoqualmie Pass. The property spans five base areas and 20 chairlifts across Summit West, Summit Central, Summit East, and Alpental within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. A four-season operating model includes a mountain bike park and one of the most accessible ski destinations in North America.

The Summit at Snoqualmie is proud to be part of the Boyne Resorts family of resorts. Boyne Resorts is the largest family owned, independent mountain resort company in North America, guided by five core values: Serve First, Developing Great People, Attitude is Everything, Long Term Thinking, and Excellence in Execution.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Long Term Thinking

• Support the development, preparation, and implementation of employee housing emergency plans in coordination with Summit Security and the Snoqualmie Pass Fire Department.
• Identify recurring resident, housing, or operational needs and communicate opportunities to improve the J-1 and employee housing experience.

Excellence in Execution

• Prepare employee housing for resident arrivals, including completing inventory checks, stocking linens and kitchen supplies, arranging furniture, and ensuring rooms are move-in ready.
• Conduct resident move-ins, ensuring required documentation is completed accurately and housing rules, policies, and procedures are clearly communicated.
• Coordinate with Building Maintenance to address maintenance, facility, and safety needs.
• Assist with seasonal room inspections and follow up on identified concerns.
• Manage room key assignments, replacements, and related records.
• Distribute housing notices, communications, and other important information to residents.
• Assist with snow removal around employee housing entrances and access areas as needed.

Attitude is Everything

• Approach resident questions, conflicts, and concerns with professionalism, patience, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Remain flexible and responsive during changing operational conditions and emergency situations, including power outages, severe weather, and road closures.
• Adapt to evolving resident and operational needs and perform other duties as assigned.

Develop Great People

• Help residents understand housing expectations, policies, procedures, responsibilities, and available resources so they can successfully navigate community living.
• Support J-1 participants as they adjust to living and working at The Summit and becoming part of the local community.
• Encourage resident independence by providing guidance and resources that help participants successfully navigate day-to-day needs

Serve First

• Serve as a primary point of contact and trusted resource for employee housing residents, responding to questions, concerns, and requests in a timely and supportive manner.
• Field phone, email, and walk-in inquiries related to employee housing and resident needs.
• Escalate resident behavior, safety, or other significant concerns to the VP of HR and Security Manager and assist with appropriate incident documentation.
• Provide residents with timely information, resources, and support during emergency situations.
• Support J-1 participants with essential transition needs, including obtaining Social Security numbers, opening bank accounts, and accessing local resources and services.
• Coordinate and provide transportation for essential errands, appointments, grocery shopping, and other participant needs.
• Plan and facilitate cultural exchange opportunities, recreational activities, and community outings, including trips on participants’ scheduled days off.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work weekends and evenings
• Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required; PowerPoint preferred
• Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations, good organizational and record-keeping skills, and good independent judgment
• Attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential material.
• Must have the ability to communicate and relate effectively with a very diverse group of team members.
• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Additional skills in basic building maintenance, construction and/or plumbing considered a plus.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. This includes moving furniture, setting up of housing operation, snow removal, maintenance duties and repairs, and keeping the office and housing neat, clean, and organized.

Work Environment

The International Progreams Coordinator is primarily an indoor clerical position, but there are times when the individual will be required to work outside in the winter elements and travel between base locations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Summit at Snoqualmie will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with known disabilities to allow an individual to perform the essential functions of his or her job, as required by law. If you believe you require reasonable accommodation you should let your supervisor or human resources representative know as soon as possible.

Join our team and enjoy The Summit Experience!

Wage and Benefit Info

The wage range for this positions is: $25 - $28/DOE

This is a non-benefited role.