Ski & Snowboard School Supervisor - Winter 25-26 at Bear Valley Mountain Resort LLC

Job Summary

This position is devoted to successfully overseeing the many aspects of the outdoor operations related to Ski & Snowboard School lesson programs and guest experience at Bear Valley Mountain Resort. This role is primarily responsible for scheduling and motivating instructors to teach snow sports using the PSIA/AASI Teaching Model. The position requires working closely with other departments (Guest Services, Lesson Desk, Rentals etc) to ensure a positive guest experience, up to and including the lesson. The ideal candidate must possess a PSIA-AASI Level II or higher, enthusiasm and motivation for growing the sport, and excellent communication skills to serve as liaison between guests, instructors and management of all levels. Pay rate based on skills and experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform. When we do ask for your assistance with any job, we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

• Maintain lesson inventory based on demand and instructor availability
• Maintain accurate field sheets for payroll activities, including weekly ADP entry
• Accurate reporting of lessons including no-shows, special requests, and conflicts as necessary
• Oversee site set-up, tear down, & clean-up of outdoor snow instructional area on a daily basis
• Work with other S&S School supervisors to schedule relevant ongoing training
• Maintain Safety Meeting and safety topic records, including Training Logs
• Report on product performance and feedback from instructors and guests
• Assist with Performance Evaluations of instructors including regular lesson observation
• Collaborate with supervisors to keep instructors informed of resort news and events, both Mountain and Village
• Liese with Human Resources to ensure instructors have correct information pertaining to their role
• Available to teach lessons as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies

• PSIA-AASI Level II minimum with physical capability of skiing/riding at an advanced level in varied conditions (Level I will be considered with further certification plan in place)
• PSIA-AASI additional certifications preferable, particularly Adaptive or Children's Specialist
• Positive, flexible, solutions oriented and enthusiastic attitude
• Advanced organizational, leadership and communication skills
• Ability to create a student-centered curriculum based on the PSIA/AASI Teaching Model
• Ability to provide training and feedback to instructors, coach for improvement
• Knowledge and practice of The Code, as developed through NSAA
• Ability to define facts, assesses problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions
• Competency in use of communication tools such as scheduling, sales and email applications
• Competency in use of Microsoft applications including Word and Excel (or similar)

Work Schedules

Weather, snow conditions and the number of guests play a large role in the work scheduling of Bear Valley Mountain Resort employees.

When conditions are normal, the expected commitment is 32-40 hours per week including weekends and holidays. During busy periods – particularly the holiday periods – you may be expected to work six (6) days a week.

You must arrange for transportation to work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time. Keep in mind that you will often be required to drive on hilly, snowpacked, and icy roads.

Working Conditions

Bear Valley Mountain Resort employees are often required to perform their tasks in high winds, heavy snowfalls, low visibility, rain, and extremely cold or warm temperatures.

This position requires the physical fitness to ski and/or snowboard for five to seven hours a day and be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Uniforms

A professional appearance at Bear Valley Mountain Resort is required, and most uniform items will be provided for you to do your job. This uniform is for work hours ONLY, no exceptions.

You will be required to provide some items as part of your job, including skis/snowboard, boots, helmet and eye protection – all in good condition and working order.

Housing

Some shared housing options are available to qualified Bear Valley Mountain Resort employees who can pass a background check and sign a lease agreement. Please indicate whether you are interested in receiving more detailed information on housing.

The skiing/riding employee represents a model of safety for guests and fellow employees. You are required to be aware of all safety procedures, trail closures, and out-of-bounds policies of the mountain.