Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor

Seasonal (Seasonal)

JOB TITLE

Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor

DIVISION

Mountain Operations

REPORTS TO

Avalanche Mitigation Manager, Director of Ski Patrol

LOCATION : Solitude Mountain Resort

CLASSIFICATION : Full time / Seasonal

PURPOSE OF POSITION

This supervisory position will oversee up to 45 employees and will be responsible for a wide variety of mountain operations. The position involves both field (80%), and office work (20%). The Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor reports directly to the Avalanche Mitigation Manager and the Director of Ski Patrol. This position requires strong interpersonal relationship skills as well as expert skiing ability.

PAY : $30+ / hour, based on experience

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• The incumbent must be able to obtain an ATF explosive handlers permit.
• Have a valid state driver's license.
• Have a current medical certification at Utah EMT, National EMT, or OEC level.
• Current CPR certification.
• Expert skiing ability.
• Avalanche Pro 1 certification, Avalanche Pro 2 preferred
• Six years of ski patrol experience with two years of supervisory preferred
• Four years of avalanche mitigation experience at a class "A" resort is preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of ski resort operations
• Able to hike in steep, exposed, and technical terrain in arduous conditions with packs weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Avalanche Mitigation Responsibilities

Emergency Care and Rescue responsibilities at both supervisory and functional levels :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In the winter, the resort operates seven days a week. Work schedules will include weekends, on call, holidays.

Perks of Working Here :

Work & Play in the Mountains :

Benefits :

Other Perks :

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