Assistant Manager: Ski & Ride School - Salary

Rockies

• Vail
• Beaver Creek
• Breckenridge
• Park City
• Keystone
• Crested Butte
• Grand Teton Lodge Company
• Vail Resorts Headquarters

West

• Heavenly
• Northstar
• Kirkwood
• Stevens Pass

Northeast

• Stowe
• Okemo
• Mount Snow
• Hunter
• Attitash
• Wildcat
• Mount Sunapee
• Crotched

Mid-Atlantic

• Liberty
• Roundtop
• Whitetail
• Jack Frost Big Boulder

Midwest

• Wilmot
• Afton Alps
• Mt Brighton
• Alpine Valley
• Boston Mills & Brandywine
• Mad River Mountain
• Hidden Valley
• Snow Creek
• Paoli Peaks

Canada

• Whistler Blackcomb

Australia

• Perisher
• Falls Creek
• Hotham

Assistant Manager: Ski & Ride School - Salary

Date: Oct 12, 2026

Whistler, BC, Canada

Company: Whistler Blackcomb

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

Full Time Roles Are Eligible For The Above, Plus

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Snow School Assistant Managers are no exception to facilitating this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for supervising school operations, Ski School Assistant Managers are devoted leaders committed to staff development and guest experience

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $52,979.00 -$73,075.00
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction at Ski and Ride School including curriculum development, scheduling, and assigning classes providing support with instruction as needed
• Assist with administrative duties including hiring, scheduling, training, payroll, managing equipment inventory and reporting on guest feedback
• Monitor and document instructor performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, including recognition, correction action, or escalation if necessary
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Adhere to all safety related programs including policy training and incident reporting
• Coordinate with other management, departments, and third-party organizations as needed
• Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on school operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required, Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Current PSIC/CASI/CSIA or equivalent certification require
• 1-3 years ski/snowboard instructor experience and 1 year of supervisory experience required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Able to meet the physical demands of ski and ride training and drills
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 515973

Reference Date: 07/16/2026

Job Code Function: Ski & Ride School