- Limited housing opportunity for seasonal, FULL-TIME employees
- SKI FREE @ Copper
- Option to participate in the Summit Foundation Ski Medallion program through Employee Giving
There are three levels to the Medical Responder position, Level One, Two and Three. If offered a position with the Town of Frisco, the offer will be made based on the interview and relevant experience. Please review below.
This hourly, seasonal position is responsible for the overall safety of Frisco Adventure Park & Frisco Nordic Center guests and staff by: Providing emergency response, maintaining all necessary emergency response equipment, enforcing safety rules and practices, proactively patrolling terrain, carrying out terrain safety, inspection, and maintenance practices.
Why work for the Town of Frisco as the Medical Responder? There are many reasons!
Some amazing incentives are the convenience of a clean car year-round with a FREE car wash, free recycling, trash, and compost pick up. Summer incentives include free paddle sports, a free 2-hour pontoon/fishing boat rental reservation (one per employee) and free boat rentals if not rented for the final rental of the day. Winter incentives include free tubing at the Frisco Adventure Park, free Nordic Center passes for employee and family, free Terrain Park pass, friends and family passes for tubing, Copper Mountain discounted season passes, Copper Mountain free daily lift ticket voucher program for employee and half off for dependents. Want to know more? Check out the benefits tab above. And of course, don't forget to apply to take advantage of the cool perks and the amazing opportunity that awaits you!
Desired start date: 11/18/2026 & estimated end-of-season date: 4/11/2027Medical Responders typically works 10 hour shifts covering medical incidents related to the Frisco Adventure Park Tubing Hill, Railpark, Ski Hill and Nordic Center guests.
Level | One | Two | Three |
Position Title | Medical Responder I | Medical Responder II | Medical Responder III |
Department | Recreation | Recreation | Recreation |
Cost Center/Division | 1160/1170 – FAP/Nordic | 1160/1170 – FAP/Nordic | 1160 – FAP/Nordic |
Employee Type | Seasonal, Part-time | Seasonal, Part-time | Seasonal, Part-time |
Pay Grade | Pay Grade 2 | Pay Grade 3 | Pay Grade 4 |
Pay Type / FLSA | Non-Exempt / Hourly | Non-Exempt / Hourly | Non-Exempt / Hourly |
Allocations | 10-1160-4005/10-1170-4005 | 10-1160-4005/10-1170-4005 | 10-1160-4005/10-1170-4005 |
Reports to | Operations Supervisor & Operations Manager | Operations Supervisor & Operations Manager | Operations Supervisor & Operations Manager |
Frequent internal contacts: | - Adventure Park and Nordic Staff
- Recreation Department
- Public Works
| - Adventure Park and Nordic Staff
- Recreation Department
- Public Works
| - Adventure Park and Nordic Staff
- Recreation Department
- Public Works
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Frequent external contacts: | - Adventure Park & Nordic Center Guests
| Adventure Park & Nordic Center Guests | Adventure Park & Nordic Center Guests |
Job Location: | Onsite | Onsite | Onsite |
Essential Functions | - Proactively patrol terrain including Frisco Adventure Park and Nordic Center operations. This includes but is not limited to Tubing Hill, Ski/Ride Hill, Terrain Park, Nordic Center Trails.
- Enforce safety practices and operating rules and regulations. Conduct terrain inspections and ensure all logs are completed correctly.
- Provide exceptional guest service to all Adventure Park and Nordic Center guests by giving appropriate information, directions and conducting all interactions with a smile, eye contact and clear communication.
- Be knowledgeable in Adventure Park and Nordic Center operations, offerings, programs and events.
- Provide medical response for on-site winter special events.
- Utilize established safety and risk management procedures to deliver guest-friendly safety briefings, and proper lift loading/ unloading procedures.
- Safely Operate UTV and/or snowmobile at all times.
- Handle repetitive questions, scenarios and tasks with professionalism, politeness and courtesy.
- Interact with guests, co-workers, and management in a professional manner at all times. Conduct yourself in a positive, professional manner, and use appropriate language at all times.
- Inspect Frisco Adventure Park for possible hazards, correct and communicate the changes to management team.
- Assist setting fencing and signage where appropriate.
- Provide emergency response to incidents and accidents at the Frisco Adventure Park and Nordic Center.
- Investigate and document incidents and accidents.
- Prepare and utilize emergency response equipment. Maintain equipment, an appropriate inventory of supplies, and conduct routine inspections.
- Carry out regular safety and emergency response drills to ensure skill proficiency.
- Remain alert and vigilant to provide instructions to guests and anticipate possible problems requiring the immediate stoppage of the lift or Rope Tow. Respond to incidents or emergencies as covered in training manual.
- Assist with opening and closing duties.
- Communicate with operations management in a timely and professional manner verbally and in writing to resolve guest issues and ensure safety.
- Maintain all personal grooming standards and uniform policies.
- Work in a team-based environment supporting the Adventure Park, Recreation Department, the Town of Frisco, and the initiatives of the Director and Managers.
- Utilize appropriate on-slope communication processes to manage terrain conditions, safety response, and customer service.
- Assist management with equipment repair and maintenance.
- Assist in all other aspects of Frisco Adventure Park operations as necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or other managerial staff.
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| Marginal Duties |
Level | One | Two | Three |
Level Responsibilities | - Operate UTV.
- Patrol on skis and foot to enforce safe terrain use.
- Serve as the Lead medical responder in the event of health emergency on-site.
- Coordinate daily medical response plan with FT/YR WFR staff.
- Provide basic emergency care to guests.
| - Operate snowmobiles & UTV’s.
- Patrol on skis and foot to enforce safe terrain use.
- Serve as the Lead medical responder in the event of health emergency on-site.
- Coordinate daily medical response plan with FT/YR WFR staff.
- Provide advanced emergency care to guests.
- Lead staff medical response trainings and scenarios.
| - Operate snowmobiles, UTV’s, Town vehicles.
- Patrol on skis and foot to enforce safe terrain use.
- Serve as the Lead medical responder in the event of health emergency on site.
- Coordinate daily medical response plan with FT/YR WFR staff.
- Lead staff medical response trainings and scenarios.
- Provide advanced emergency care to guests.
- Communicate with medical liaison as necessary.
- Ensure industry standard medical protocol is being implemented.
- Review and make recommendations to improve guest and terrain safety.
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Other Essential Responsibilities | - This position requires regular and reliable in-person attendance at the designated worksite as an essential function of the job. As a public servant, physical presence is necessary to effectively perform essential duties, support operational needs, collaborate with team members, provide direct service to the public and internal stakeholders, utilize on-site equipment and resources, and maintain effective communication, responsiveness, and accountability in serving the community.
- Adheres to Town of Frisco policies, mission, vision, values, competencies, standards, and regulations including but not limited to proper attire, safety procedures, and overall professionalism.
- Attends Town and departmental training and meetings as appropriate or assigned.
- Ability to function and make good decisions in the absence of a supervisor.
- Communicates with Town of Frisco employees, citizens, customers and vendors in a professional, courteous and timely manner both verbally and in writing.
- Performs other job duties/responsibilities as assigned by management.
- Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job, demonstrates accountability for work, and takes ownership in job performance.
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Knowledge, skills and responsibilities needed:
Level | One | Two | Three |
Education: | - Required – High School Diploma or GED
| - Required – High School Diploma or GED
| - Preferred – High School Diploma or GED
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Computer Operations: | Medical Reporting via tablet app or computer | Medical Reporting via tablet app or computer | Medical Reporting via tablet app or computer |
Licenses, Certifications or Accreditations: | - Required: Valid Colorado Driver’s License
- Must be currently certified and present a valid up to date CPR for the Professional Rescuer card or currently enrolled in a class to get you those certifications.
- Must present proof of either of the following – Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification or Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC)
| - Required: Valid Colorado Driver’s License
- Must be currently certified and present a valid up to date CPR for the Professional Rescuer card or currently enrolled in a class to get you those certifications.
- Must present proof of either of the following - Colorado certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Colorado certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
| - Required: Valid Colorado Driver’s License
- Must be currently certified and present a valid up to date CPR for the Professional Rescuer card or currently enrolled in a class to get you those certifications.
- Must present proof of either of the following –Colorado certified Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate (EMT-I) or Colorado certified Paramedic
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Previous Work Experience: | - None
- Preferred: 1 year of guest service
| - Required: 1 to 3 winter season medical response or 1+ full year of medical response service
- Preferred: 1 winter season ski area operations
- Preferred: 1 year of guest service
| - Required: 4+ winter season medical response or 2+ full year of medical response service
- Preferred: 1 year of guest service experience.
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Previous Supervisory Exercised: | None | None | |
Language Ability: | Required: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. | Required: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. | Required: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. |
Decision Making Ability: | Required: Ability to function independently and make sound and reasonable decisions in the absence of supervisory guidance. | Required: Ability to function independently and make sound and reasonable decisions in the absence of supervisory guidance. | Required: Ability to function independently and make sound and reasonable decisions in the absence of supervisory guidance. |
Other: | 18+ years of age to drive Town vehicle. - Must have advanced or higher downhill skiing ability in all terrain in all conditions
- Must have advanced Nordic skiing abilities in all terrain and all conditions
- Must possess excellent public relations and communications skills as well as high level of friendliness
- Must handle stressful situations
| 21+ years of age to tow utility trailer with Town vehicle. - Must have advanced or higher downhill skiing ability in all terrain in all conditions
- Must have advanced Nordic skiing abilities in all terrain and all conditions
- Must possess excellent public relations and communications skills as well as high level of friendliness
- Must handle stressful situations
| 21+ years of age to tow utility trailer with Town vehicle. - Must have advanced or higher downhill skiing ability in all terrain in all conditions
- Must have advanced Nordic skiing abilities in all terrain and all conditions
- Must possess excellent public relations and communications skills as well as high level of friendliness
- Must handle stressful situations
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Physical Demands:
| Weight | LIFTING: | Activities | OTHER PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED: |
All Levels | Up to 10 Pounds | 2/3 OR MORE | Standing | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels | Up to 25 Pounds | 2/3 OR MORE | Walking | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels | Up to 50 Pounds | 2/3 OR MORE | Sitting | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels | Up to 100 Pounds | 1/3 to 2/3 | Using hands to finger, hands to feel | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels | More than 100 Pounds | UP TO 1/3 | Reaching with hands and arms | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels |
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| Climb or balance | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels |
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| Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels |
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| Talk or hear | 2/3 OR MORE |
All Levels |
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| Taste or smell | UP TO 1/3 |
Vision:All Levels | Close Vision: Yes | Distance Vision: Yes | Color Vision: Yes |
All Levels | Peripheral Vision: Yes | Depth Perception: Yes | Ability to adjust focus: Yes |
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.
The Town of Frisco is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.