Ski & Ride School Manager

Alterra Mountain Company; Solitude (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass

Lift ticket discounts

Food & gear discounts

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Counseling services

Destinations access

Employee deals

Job summary

Solitude Mountain Resort is seeking a Ski & Ride School Manager to oversee the daily operations of the ski and ride programs year-round, coordinating supervisors, staff, scheduling, inventory, and guest experiences under the Snowsports Director.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years in a leadership role within ski or outdoor recreation, PSIA/AASI Level 2 (Level 3 preferred); strong leadership, communication, budgeting, and HRIS/LMS experience; benefits include medical coverage,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Hospitality, Business Management, or related field (or equivalent).
• 5 years in a leadership role within a ski & ride school or outdoor recreation environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with empathy and fairness.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities across 1:1, group, and cross-functional settings.
• In-depth knowledge of ski school operations, safety procedures, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
• Understanding of HRIS, CMS and LMS programs (RTP, Flaik, Workday).
• Budget, scheduling, and resource management proficiency.
• Level 2 PSIA/AASI or equivalent; Level 3 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of supervisors to oversee on-hill and indoor staff.
• Lead and supervise all ski school functions: scheduling, staffing, inventory, timekeeping, and resource allocation.
• Recruit, train, and manage supervisors, instructors, and support staff with integrity.
• Maintain guest-centric service, track guest experience metrics, and address issues promptly.
• Collaborate with risk/safety to follow policies and track incidents.
• Partner with IT, mountain operations, sales, and rentals to enhance operations.
• Draft and manage budgets in partnership with the Snowsports Director.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Staffing

MS Office

HRIS/CMS/LMS

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Hospitality, Business Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

RTP

Flaik

Workday

Job description

Year Round

JOB TITLE: Ski & Ride School Manager

DIVISION: Solitude Ski & Ride School

REPORTS TO:Snowsports Director

LOCATION: Solitude Ski & Ride School

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time/ Year-Round/ Salaried

PAY RATE: $65K - $70K DOE

POSITION

The Ski & Ride School Manager oversees the daily operations of the ski & ride school during the winter as well as the mountain bike school and adventure park programs in the summer. The primary focus of this role will be on supporting the department's frontline leaders and staff members, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of lesson products, maintaining high-quality standards, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. This role will work closely with the Snowsports Director, Teams Manager, department supervisors and administrators to ensure all payroll, worker compensation, incident reports, staffing levels, inventory levels, disciplinary procedures, training requirements, hiring, and separating procedures as well as all other administrative functions are managed efficiently and timely.

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Hospitality, Business Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience (5 years) in a leadership role within a ski & ride school or outdoor recreation environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to support, motivate, and adapt to teams effectively, reading and responding to individual needs with empathy and fairness.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities across 1:1, group, and cross-functional settings, with the ability to balance guest satisfaction and employee experience.
• In-depth knowledge of ski school operations, safety procedures, and industry best practices.
• Skilled in the use of digital tools including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Understanding of HRIS, CMS and LMS programs such as RTP, Flaik, and Workday (or similar).
• Proficiency in managing budgets, schedules, and resources efficiently.
• Level 2 PSIA/AASI or equivalent snow sports instruction qualification required. Level 3 preferred

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate a team of supervisors to oversee on-hill and indoor staff to plan for and manage daily operations.
• Lead and supervise all functions of the ski school, including scheduling, staffing, inventory, timekeeping, and resource allocation to optimize efficiency. Employ industry best practices, synthesizing data and experience to make sound, timely decisions that forecast and plan for future business while improving staff utilization, even in fast-paced or ambiguous conditions.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of supervisors, instructors, and support staff by selecting the right people, developing their skills, and helping new team members acclimate quickly, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Lead with integrity and the resort's values, setting clear expectations and delivering honest, actionable feedback, crucial conversations, performance reviews, and assistance in the evaluation process of all operational staff.
• Uphold a guest-centric approach, overseeing the delivery of high-quality lesson experiences, ensuring guest satisfaction, and resolving any issues promptly. Take ownership and stay persistent in driving results, determining and tracking guest experience metrics throughout the season and promptly addressing issues as they arise.
• Work with the risk and safety department to adhere to policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Determine and track employee and guest incidents while implementing necessary improvements.
• Work closely with counterparts in other departments such as IT, mountain operations, sales, and rentals to enhance employee experience, guest engagement, and contribute to overall business success.
• Draft revenue, labor, and expense budgets in partnership with the Snowsports Director, and manage expenditures to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.

Solitude Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to recruit, hire, train, assign, promote, and transfer the best qualified individual for each job opening and provide such employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, nationality, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, sexual preference, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. The Company makes all employment decisions, including selection, training, job assignment, compensation, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and access to benefits without regard to these protected statuses. Solitude Mountain Resort also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Perks of Working Here

Work & Play in the Mountains

• Embrace the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
• Connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts.

Benefits

• Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
• Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
• Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.

Other Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
• Pro deals with outdoor brands.
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.