Assistant Director, Operations, Ski Patrol

Mammoth Mountain

$95K — $102K *
Hospitality & Recreation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years as a Professional Ski Patroller in a Class A Avalanche rated ski resort.
  • Proven track record in managing personnel and risk in high-stakes environments.
  • Current EMR, EMT, or Paramedic certification with BLS CPR first aid.
  • California Avalanche Blaster license required.
  • Expert knowledge in patrol specialties such as rescue dogs or technical rescue.
  • Current Cal/OSHA Blaster's License with relevant limitations.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily Ski Patrol operations under the direction of the Ski Patrol Director.
  • Collaborate with leadership to set operational objectives and priorities.
  • Manage staffing, training, and mentorship for Ski Patrol staff.
  • Coordinate avalanche mitigation efforts and emergency response readiness.
  • Facilitate effective communication between Ski Patrol and other departments.
  • Direct staff to safely conduct avalanche control work and daily activities.
  • Make informed decisions and exercise independent judgment in high-pressure situations.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to mountain facilities and resources.
  • Collaborative teamwork environment with experienced professionals.
  • Mentorship and coaching programs for staff.
  • Ability to participate in mountain events and activities.
Full Job Description
Year Round

A little about this position:

  • Under the direction of the Ski Patrol Director the Assistant Director, Operations, oversees the daily operations of Ski Patrol. Works closely with the Patrol Director, VP of Mountain Operations, and the Patrol leadership team to set operational objectives. Manages staff, facilitates training, and provides mentorship, coaching, and correcting.
  • This role combines field leadership with administrative oversight and requires strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, expert skiing ability, strong downhill mountain biking ability, and the ability to lead effectively. The Assistant Director, Snow Safety works closely with the Director, Ski Patrol and other Patrol management to coordinate staffing, training, avalanche mitigation support, operational priorities, and emergency response readiness across the mountain.


Requirements:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience as a Professional Ski Patroller in a Class A Avalanche rated ski resort and meet the requirements of a TT-C or TT-D Mammoth Patroller.
  • Experience managing people and risks in high consequence environments. More detail requested- years of experience or detail on risks
  • Current EMR, EMT, or Paramedic with BLS CPR first aid certification.
  • Current California Avalanche Blaster license.
  • Expert level knowledge in one or more areas of patrol specialty: rescue dogs, medical, technical rescue etc.
  • Current EMR, EMT, or Paramedic with BLS CPR first aid certification
  • Current Cal/OSHA Blaster's License with appropriate limitations
  • Ability to direct the Ski Patrol staff to safely and successfully complete avalanche control work and perform daily activities
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a patrol management team
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact professionally with other managers/departments, Ski Patrol staff, guests, and outside organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to act with independent judgment
  • Demonstrated ability to make rational decisions in a high stress environment or situation
  • Effective coaching, correcting, and evaluating of Ski Patrol staff
  • Basic computer skills required and experience with Microsoft Office


Pay: $95,649.29 - $102,186.97 per year

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

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