Ski Patrol Manager

Mountain Capital Partners, LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Canyon Ski Patrol Manager leads daily operations of Ski Patrol and NSP, overseeing interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of staff, plus certifications and recertifications required for patrol duties.

This role ensures safety standards, budget adherence, equipment preparedness, and liaison with NSP, EMS agencies, and hospitals for patient care and transfers. Strong leadership and 2+ years patrolling experience preferred; requires OEC/EMT/WFR or WEMT credentials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years patrolling experience in a similar setting.
• OEC, EMT, or WFR/WEMT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of Ski Patrol and NSP staff to ensure proper staffing levels.
• Supervise and manage staff to ensure completion of assigned duties and tasks.
• Oversee budget planning, purchases, and supplies, and work with Risk Manager on budget items.
• Enforce mountain rules and policies; maintain incident records and patient care documentation.
• Coordinate with NSP, EMS, Paramedics, and Hospitals for patient handling and transfers.
• Prepare and distribute Ski Patrol and NSP policies and manuals for staff dissemination.
• Maintain equipment, training, and records for lift evacuation and high-angle rescue.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budgeting

Emergency response coordination

Staff training

Interpersonal communication

Policy administration

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYThe Ski Patrol Manager is the individual responsible for the daily operations andmanagement of Ski Patrol and the NSP operations at Lee Canyon. This position will beresponsible for overseeing the processes of interviewing, hiring, training, schedulingand supervision of the Ski Patrol and NSP staff, including overseeing all requiredcertifications, re-certifications, refreshers, and other trainings associated with Ski Patroland NSP work. The Ski Patrol Manager must be qualified and capable of completing allthe job duties of those employees who report directly or indirectly to the Ski PatrolManager, as well as job tasks and functions specific to the Ski Patrol Manager roleitself.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- At all times act in a manner that serves to protect and preserve the safety of theemployees and guests of Lee Canyon.- Supervise and manage the different levels of employees who report to the Ski PatrolManager, to ensure they are completing assigned job functions, duties, and tasks.- Supervise and be accountable for the interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling ofSki Patrol and NSP staff to ensure proper staffing levels for business and budgetcompliance.- Oversee budget planning, use, and purchase of supplies and materials for operationalneeds. Work with the Risk Manager to develop future operating and capital budget itemrequests.- The Ski Patrol Manager will be responsible for knowing the department budget itemsand constraints and will be responsible for operating the department within thebudgetary constraints from a supply and labor standpoint. Any deviation in excess ofthe department budget must be approved by the Risk Manager.- Administer and enforce applicable mountain and area rules and policies.- Oversee the completion of all necessary pre-season setup, in season maintenance,and post season tear-down of mountain and trails, as well as building supplies andareas needed for the operation of the ski area, including all facilities used by Ski Patroland NSP.- Oversee and ensure completion of all patient care records and files. Ensurecompletion and proper documentation and photos of incidents resulting in accidentinvestigations.- Liaison between Lee Canyon, the National Ski Patrol, EMS agencies, Paramedics andHospitals to ensure proper handling of patients and patient transfers to other providersin the EMS system.- Maintain and keep incident rates and accident investigation files, maintain training andequipment for lift evacuation and low-angle rescue.- Prepare, revise and distribute Ski Patrol and NSP policies, procedures and manuals,to ensure through supervision of staff, the proper and adequate dissemination ofinformation.- The Ski Patrol Manager is a dynamic job at a mountain resort. There are manyemergency response and operational tasks that develop or change as the operation ofthe ski area continues. As such, the Ski Patrol Manager will be required to act andperform in a number of ways in accordance with their training and/or experience.- Other duties as assigned by the Risk ManagerPossess a strong intermediate skiing or snowboarding skill level and be reasonablyphysically fit and able to perform patrol duties in a high alpine environment withunpredictable and adverse weather conditions.Strict adherence to all State and Federal employment laws, Company policies andSafety Standards.Other duties as assigned.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Is honest and has the highest integrity. Is Supportive of the Resorts Mission, Vision and Core Values. Is able to handle and manage confidential information. Is someone who has a fun, dynamic, energetic, and positive personality andconstantly strives to be the best. Is willing to suggest and support new and innovative ideas Is organized and sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-throughand makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues. Can handle a fast-pace and potentially high pressure work environment. Is flexible with hours and days of work, and is able to work holidays, weekends,and all weather conditions.PREFERRED EXPERIENCEThe preferred candidate should be able to demonstrate a stong leadership andteamwork record of excelerated supervisory responsibility throughout their snowindustry career & posess a minimum of (2) years previous patrolling experience in asimilar setting.MUST POSSESS: OEC, EMT, 80 hour WFR or WEMT certification to be considered.PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have the ability to lift up to and carry 50 yards. Must be able to work in a standing position for up to hours. Must be able to work outside in temperature below 32 degrees for up to hours. Ski Experience and Ability: Must have at least skiing or snowboarding ability.