Director of Mountain Operations

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If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and submit your application via the Jobs Hub. Please click here to apply internally. The Director of Mountain Operations provides leadership, management, and direction for all summer and winter Mountain Operations at Homewood Mountain Resort. The Director of Mountain Operations will support the management teams of Homewood. The Director of Mountain Operations will initially report to the Assistant General Manager alongside the Senior Management and Leadership Teams in developing and executing company and resort wide initiatives. This role is directly responsible to ensure the overall success of the mountain experience and associated with the following; accountability for executing daily mountain operations, future and strategic planning, serving as the resort lead on all mountain capital projects including snowmaking and lift upgrades, reporting of operations, employee hiring and performance, staff development, financial results which include expense and labor management in accordance with budget requirements, and compliance with all governmental regulations ensuring that safety is paramount across our resort's year-round operations for both staff and guests. Compensation $118,000-$140,000 salary/exempt/year-round Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the overall Mountain Operations including the following departments; Lift & Gondola Operations, Lift Maintenance, Snowmaking, Grooming/Snow Surfaces, Trail Maintenance, and Special Events. Oversee the management and administration of operations to produce an exceptional guest and employee experience. Serve as the resort lead and single point of accountability for all mountain capital projects, including snowmaking system upgrades, lift installations and upgrades, terrain and infrastructure improvements, and associated year-round capital initiatives. Own the full project lifecycle from scoping, budgeting, and scheduling through execution, commissioning, and close-out. Direct and coordinate all third-party contractors, vendors, and consultants engaged on mountain capital work. While outside contractors perform the work, this role retains overall resort ownership-managing scopes of work, schedules, on-mountain coordination, quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and acceptance of completed work. Develop and maintain company policies and procedures regarding guidelines established by regulatory agencies and best practices in the ski resort industry. Assist and produce direct reports with budgetary responsibilities, as necessary. Assist direct reports with the development of budgets, goals and objectives to improve the performance of each operation. Attend and actively participate in all senior team, leadership meetings, operational meetings, and required company functions. Communicate information to all Mountain Operations staff to ensure the proper distribution of resort activities and general information. Responsible for overseeing and participating in the hiring and training for all employees to ensure a professional mountain team is developed. Evaluate the performance of all staff members regularly, including disciplinary action as needed. Complete proper paperwork and reporting as required by operations, human resources and legal regulations are done in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure the aiel and surface lifts are being maintained and operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of CPTSB, ANSI regulations. Lead lift capital projects-including new lift installations, major component upgrades, and modernization-as the resort lead, coordinating contractors, manufacturers, and inspectors and ensuring full regulatory compliance through commissioning and acceptance. Plan the necessary inventory to be ordered and stocked with the necessary supplies to maintain all equipment for the resort. Oversee the scheduling of snowmaking production to ensure a successful winter skiing experience. Track all water usage for billing process. Monitor electrical usage to control overall expenses for the company. Lead the planning, design coordination, and execution of snowmaking infrastructure upgrades and expansion projects, working with contractors and engineers while serving as the resort's primary point of accountability. Coordinate and oversee the grooming schedule to ensure a quality guest experience on the mountain. Responsible for ensuring all drivers are licensed and all vehicles are maintained in accordance with the DOT regulations. Promotes and exemplifies the Homewood culture of exceptional guest service, teamwork, innovation, and fun! Works well independently and with others. Enjoys "pitching in" whenever and wherever assistance is needed. Conducts and shows a high level of professionalism. Values our safety culture, our community, and maintaining a healthy, sustainable environment. Ensures that guests and employees have a fun, safe, and memorable experience. Asks questions, s

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