Patrol Host Lead

Lead Patrol Host

General Purpose:

Lead Patrol Hosts assist the Patrol Host Supervisor with the training and daily supervision of the Volunteer Patrol Hosts. Lead Patrol Hosts are on their skis or boards most or all day, leading that day’s team of Volunteer Patrol Hosts, and assisting Patrol with a range of duties on the mountain.

This is a seasonal position from November to March. Dates are subject to change based on the availability of the applicant and needs of the business. This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. For a full list of benefits visit https://www.purgatory.ski/employee-benefits/

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Guide and assist the Volunteer Patrol Hosts as they help Patrol with set up on the mountain.
• Check in with and assist on-mountain Patrol Hosts, in coordination with Patrol Host Supervisor and/or the Lead Patroller, helping to locate Hosts to areas of need, and filing an end-of-day report with the Supervisor.
• Lead the Volunteer Patrol Hosts throughout the day: morning sign set-up, schedule rotations among the hosts to provide appropriate safety coverage across the mountain, provide back-side sweep coverage if needed, and organize sign take-down.
• Record and report Volunteer Patrol Host no-shows, last-minute cancellations, and substitutions, or any concerns with the hosts to the Supervisor.
• Assist with Volunteer Patrol Host training and orientation throughout the season.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Intermediate to Advanced Skiing/Snowboarding ability

Self-directed individual who is detail oriented and able to motivate a staff to complete tasks

Upbeat, positive attitude.

Conflict resolution ability

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

Lead Patrol Hosts are on their skis or boards most or all day, and assist Patrol with a range of duties on the mountain. The Patrol Host day starts at 7:45 a.m. at the Patrol Room at the Columbine Base. Morning duties begin on the mountain with the Patrol meeting at the T1 Duty Station at 8 a.m., helping with set up on the mountain. The day ends at approximately 5 p.m. after signage and fencing take-down or assisting with mountain sweep after lift closing.