Ski Patrol Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ski Patrol Manager is the individual responsible for the daily operations and

management of Ski Patrol and the NSP operations at Lee Canyon. This position will be

responsible for overseeing the processes of interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling

and supervision of the Ski Patrol and NSP staff, including overseeing all required

certifications, re-certifications, refreshers, and other trainings associated with Ski Patrol

and NSP work. The Ski Patrol Manager must be qualified and capable of completing all

the job duties of those employees who report directly or indirectly to the Ski Patrol

Manager, as well as job tasks and functions specific to the Ski Patrol Manager role

itself.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• At all times act in a manner that serves to protect and preserve the safety of the

employees and guests of Lee Canyon.

• Supervise and manage the different levels of employees who report to the Ski Patrol

Manager, to ensure they are completing assigned job functions, duties, and tasks.

• Supervise and be accountable for the interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of

Ski Patrol and NSP staff to ensure proper staffing levels for business and budget

compliance.

• Oversee budget planning, use, and purchase of supplies and materials for operational

needs. Work with the Risk Manager to develop future operating and capital budget item

requests.

• The Ski Patrol Manager will be responsible for knowing the department budget items

and constraints and will be responsible for operating the department within the

budgetary constraints from a supply and labor standpoint. Any deviation in excess of

the department budget must be approved by the Risk Manager.

• Administer and enforce applicable mountain and area rules and policies.
• Oversee the completion of all necessary pre-season setup, in season maintenance,

and post season tear-down of mountain and trails, as well as building supplies and

areas needed for the operation of the ski area, including all facilities used by Ski Patrol

and NSP.

• Oversee and ensure completion of all patient care records and files. Ensure

completion and proper documentation and photos of incidents resulting in accident

investigations.

• Liaison between Lee Canyon, the National Ski Patrol, EMS agencies, Paramedics and

Hospitals to ensure proper handling of patients and patient transfers to other providers

in the EMS system.

• Maintain and keep incident rates and accident investigation files, maintain training and

equipment for lift evacuation and low-angle rescue.

• Prepare, revise and distribute Ski Patrol and NSP policies, procedures and manuals,

to ensure through supervision of staff, the proper and adequate dissemination of

information.

• The Ski Patrol Manager is a dynamic job at a mountain resort. There are many

emergency response and operational tasks that develop or change as the operation of

the ski area continues. As such, the Ski Patrol Manager will be required to act and

perform in a number of ways in accordance with their training and/or experience.

• Other duties as assigned by the Risk Manager

Possess a strong intermediate skiing or snowboarding skill level and be reasonably

physically fit and able to perform patrol duties in a high alpine environment with

unpredictable and adverse weather conditions.

Strict adherence to all State and Federal employment laws, Company policies and

Safety Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Is honest and has the highest integrity.
• Is Supportive of the Resorts Mission, Vision and Core Values.
• Is able to handle and manage confidential information.
• Is someone who has a fun, dynamic, energetic, and positive personality and

constantly strives to be the best.

• Is willing to suggest and support new and innovative ideas
• Is organized and sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through

and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.

• Can handle a fast-pace and potentially high pressure work environment.
• Is flexible with hours and days of work, and is able to work holidays, weekends,

and all weather conditions.

Qualifications

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

The preferred candidate should be able to demonstrate a stong leadership and

teamwork record of excelerated supervisory responsibility throughout their snow

industry career & posess a minimum of (2) years previous patrolling experience in a

similar setting.

MUST POSSESS: OEC, EMT, 80 hour WFR or WEMT certification to be considered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must have the ability to lift up to and carry 50 yards.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for up to hours.
• Must be able to work outside in temperature below 32 degrees for up to hours.
• Ski Experience and Ability: Must have at least skiing or snowboarding ability.