JOB SUMMARY:

The Ski Patrol Department is a fun and exciting way to join the on-mountain ski industry and the Monarch family. This department is an upbeat, active, and outdoor department that provides opportunities to earn and play in the mountains. Enjoy the on-mountain working environment then the perks of your complimentary Monarch Mountain Season Pass. The Ski Patrol Team Lead assists and works in conjunction with the Ski Patrol Assistant Director and the Assistant Director of Mountain Operations in overseeing the seasonal and daily operations of the Ski Patrol department so that each customer experience is reasonably safe, positive, and personalized. This includes, but is not limited to, providing and creating training opportunities for Patrol, including leading Rookie training, and implementing training opportunities through the “Teams” structure. This position will also provide input and assistance in coordinating daily routines; being a leader and setting the example for company teamwork; and effective communication with employees and other company personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Ski Patrol Team Lead responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Be an effective team leader within the guidelines of department and company policies, procedures and values, in fulfillment of Monarch’s mission statement to “provide our guests with a quality, personalized mountain experience.”
• Work in conjunction with other employees and departments as part of the Monarch team.
• Oversee and lead rookie training and direct and assist the different patrol Teams in creating and implementing ongoing training opportunities.
• Contribute to the maintenance of training materials, manuals, checklists and other documents necessary for the success of the department.
• Coordinate and assist in daily work projects and trainings with patrollers and Assist with the Continuing Quality Improvement Program (CQI).
• Provide assistance and appropriate first aid to sick/injured guests; manage their evacuation and transportation as necessary.
• Perform avalanche reduction duties to include completion of appropriate documentation.
• Participate in search and rescue operations when necessary.
• Communicate clearly and concisely on the mountain radio system in accordance with Monarch policies and procedures and FCC rules and regulations.
• Perform lift evacuations when necessary.
• Assist in, and take the lead as directed, in accident investigations.
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Ski Patroller-Level 3 whenever necessary and provide support to Supervisors as needed.
• Educate ski area guests and employees on the Skier’s Responsibility Code and Skiers Safety Act as appropriate, in a courteous and non-condescending manner.
• Other Duties as assigned. This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Age: 21
• Legal citizen of the United States or possess other proper work permit authentication.
• A valid Driver’s License, and a good, company insurable driving record.
• High School Diploma or GED required, college degree preferred.
• Ski/ride at an advanced level.
• Current certification in EMT or OEC and CPR required.
• Minimum three seasons of Ski Patrol experience preferred.
• Avalanche I and Avalanche II/Pro 1 certification required.
• Experience as an Avi Control Route Leader at Monarch or similar preferred.
• Type I Explosives Permit or the ability to obtain an explosive permit with the state of Colorado required.
• Requires the ability to work any day of the week, Saturday through Friday and holidays, and overtime if necessary, as agreed upon with your superior.
• Must be able to load and unload a chair lift, and stop, turn, kick-turn, change directions suddenly, adapt to uneven, varying terrain, and move in all directions on skis or snowboard carrying up to 90 lbs. of varying shapes and sizes.
• Must be able to ski a loaded toboggan on all terrain and in all conditions.
• Requires stretching, bending, squatting, reaching, grasping, and routinely lifting moderate to heavy (90 lbs.) loads.
• Requires good balance, standing and walking on uneven, slippery surfaces; pushing and pulling up to 90 lbs., and shovel snow.
• Requires driving or riding a snowmobile.
• Requires sitting and working at a computer for short periods of time.
• Possible exposure to bio-hazards (see JHAs).
• Requires working at high elevation (up to 12,000’), with extended exposure to adverse weather conditions, such as severe cold, heavy snowfall, rain, strong winds and intense sun.

JOB TYPE: Winter Seasonal (Approximate start date November), Full Time

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate starts at $23.00 (actual pay will be adjusted based on experience).
• Benefits: Monarch Season Pass and many more! For a full list of benefits visit www.skimonarch.com/jobs

JOB POSTING DEADLINE: November 1, 2024

This job description is designed to cover the general duties and nature of work, not to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact HR. Applicants are not required to disclose their age or years of education.