Director of Mountain Operations
Director of Mountain Operations
Job Description
Wage Class/Range: Group 1, Salaried, Exempt
Pay Range: $83,200.00 - $104,000.00/Annually
Reports to: General Manager
Supervises: Mountain Operations Departments
Status: Year Round, Full Time
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.
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DIRECTOR OF MOUNTAIN OPERATIONS JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Mountain Operations is a key member of the Mission Ridge senior management team and leads all outside operational departments, including Lift Operations, Lift Maintenance, Grooming, Snowmaking, Terrain Park, Vehicle Maintenance, Ski Patrol, and summer trail and slope construction. The position serves as the central coordination and communication link between mountain operations, revenue departments, company leadership, and supports all company departments and managers.
This role acts as Mission Ridge's liaison to outside and governmental agencies on matters related to ski area operations, including the US Forest Service, Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, Washington State Department of Ecology, Washington State Parks, Chelan and Kittitas County Sheriff's Offices, local EMS, Chelan County, and local utility companies.
The ideal candidate brings broad, hands-on knowledge of ski area operations, strong planning and budgeting skills, and a steady, solutions-focused leadership style. During winter operations this position works five or more days per week, including weekends, holidays, and some nights, with extended hours as needed. The Director must be available and on call as operations require.