Winter 26/27: Mountain Safety Patrol Lead

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Mountain Safety Patrol Lead

Job Status: Seasonal

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $28.50 to $32.00+, actual pay will be based on experience. 

• Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available. 

Job Summary:

MSP Lead manages the daily activities of the Mountain Safety Patrol volunteers three days per week, with the goal of minimizing on-mountain risk and reckless behavior through skier/rider education and awareness. MSP Lead is tasked with administrative duties and efficient communication to support the volunteers. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The MSP Lead will focus on assisting the Supervisor with managing a large group of volunteers. This is a position that requires being on skis or a snowboard and being present, at times, on the hill overseeing the volunteers on duty. This position also performs administrative duties to oversee the program and foster and provide opportunities to gain skills in creating unmatched guest service. Other components of this job include hiring, training, skier/rider safety education, communication, safety events, safety initiatives, rewards and recognition, coordinating benefits and social events. This position requires thorough communication and excellent administrative skills including strength in Excel, Microsoft Teams and application usage for scheduling and running reports. On the MSP Supervisor’s scheduled days off, the Lead will be responsible for handling the Supervisor’s duties. 

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. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.  

• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image. Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff. 

• This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes. 

Personal Attributes:

• Is honest and has the highest integrity. 

• Is able to handle and manage confidential information. 

• Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines. 

• Follows established policies and procedures. 

• Is supportive of Core Values. 

• Sets the example for others and is above reproach. 

• Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules. 

• Is organized in planning and completing tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues. 

• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment. 

• Is flexible with hours and days of work. 

• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life 

Basic Requirements:

• Must be able to ski/ride on Blue designated trails or above, in all weather conditions and temperatures  

• Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. 

• Must be at least 21 years old 

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

• Desired background in education or administration and experience working with large groups of people in varying age groups. 

• Critical thinker who possesses problem solving capabilities; possesses strong communication, leadership and organizational skills; has a desire to promote safety and be able to ski or ride any intermediate level trail or above at Copper Mountain.  

• Desired medical training such as EMT certification/ CPR/AED 

Position was originally posted on 9/02. This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, September 9th.

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.

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