Assistant Ski School Director

Group/Class: Group III, IV/Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Ski School Director

Pay Range: $19 - $25 an hour DOE

Status: Full Time -Part time Seasonal

OUR CENTRAL PURPOSE

Mission Ridge exists to improve the lives of our guests – to fill their hearts with unexplainable joy, freedom, fun, excitement of exploration - all while enhancing and strengthening our community.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a motivated and inspirational individual to collaborate with the Ski School Director in managing ski school programs and actively contributing to the development of our ski school culture. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and support a team of approximately 140 instructors and sales staff. You’ll be focused on proactively helping others, demonstrating optimism in action, and seeking solutions. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to achieving results and eager to gain comprehensive management experience to advance in the ski industry.

Why Mission Ridge?

• We’re an independently owned and operated resort.

• 20 minutes from downtown Wenatchee, WA., 2.75 hours from Seattle.

• Access to training with active and past PSIA/AASI NW ed staff trainers

• A great departmental culture and staff.

• Excellent interdepartmental communication.

• Clear, active, and accessible management structure

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS:

• Support Mission Ridge with offsite recruiting events

• Oversee the sales staff, including their weekly and daily activities, and manage their scheduling.

• Assist Ski School Director in Multi-Week program organization and guest service

• Support the administration of School lesson programs. 

• Labor allocation oversight

• Payroll maintenance

• Oversight of ski school/customer service communication

• Accident reporting and follow-up

• Staffing oversight and input

• Assist in staff onboarding procedures 

• Assist in keeping track of labor and revenue as needed

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written. 

• Proven experience in ski and snowboard instruction, preferably in a leadership role.

• Background in program development and implementation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to inspire and lead a team of instructors.

• Creative and innovative mindset with a passion for superlative guest experience.

• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Actively pursuing personal professional development.

Preferred skills and educational background:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree

• PSIA/AASI accreditation, L1 (actively pursuing L2 and a path toward full certification), and above. 

• Children’s specialist (CS) 1

• 5 years ski school teaching experience.

• Management experience in any industry.

Physical demands and working conditions:

• This position will require working weekends and holidays while in operation. 

• Capability to lift and carry equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a daily basis. 

• Auditory and visual acuity to communicate with computers, phones, and mobile devices and basic office equipment.

• Capability to work in outdoor environments for extended periods, often in cold and variable weather conditions.

• Access to reliable personal transportation