Volunteer - Nordic (2027)
Summary
Volunteer at a Nordic ski center in the Rocky Mountains, assisting with rentals, trail passes, customer service, and facility upkeep during peak and off-peak seasons.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Nordic Center Volunteer, you will play an essential role in supporting the daily operations of Snow Mountain Ranch’s award-winning Nordic Center. With over 100 kilometers of beautifully groomed ski trails, the Center offers guests a world-class Nordic skiing experience in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains.
Your responsibilities will include opening and closing the facility, fitting and recording ski rentals, assisting with the sale of equipment, and issuing trail passes. You will also help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Center and its surrounding areas, assist during race days and special events, and provide excellent customer service by answering phone calls and responding to questions about the trail system.
OUR CULTURE:
We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff, and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. YMCA of the Rockies staff are key players in helping cultivate an environment of healthy living, youth development, and community impact on our breathtaking properties outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a place where nature inspires and staff lead with heart. We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests, and staff. The work each staff member does matters. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS:
As an On-Grounds Volunteer, there is a minimum service commitment of 24 to 28 hours per week, depending on the season.
- Peak Season (28 hours/week): Saturday before Memorial Day through Saturday after Labor Day, and two Saturdays before Christmas through the first weekend of April.
- Off-Peak Season (24 hours/week): First weekend of April through Saturday before Memorial Day, and Saturday after Labor Day through two Saturdays before Christmas.