Competition Services Supervisor

With roots dating back to 1946 and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk—creating premium, sustainable, and transformative experiences in recreation, culture, and nature. In addition, the company runs the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts and more than 410 trails. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.  

The Competition Services Supervisor will lead daily operation of NASTAR public and private alpine racing in Snowmass along with supporting all operational aspects of competition-based events across the four mountains. This position will collaborate with and support the ASC Events & Partnerships, Snowmass Operations and Ski & Snowboard Schools teams in daily operations, events and in support of creating new race-related business.  This leadership position plays in integral role in growing the culture of racing with ASC and the Roaring Fork Valley.  

The budgeted salary range for this position is $58,000 - $76,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.   

Job Posting Deadline  
Applications for this position will be accepted until September 1st, 2024.

Essential Job Functions 

• Daily setup, breakdown and maintenance of racecourses or event venues 
• Communication and coordination with Snowmass Mountain Operations and Guest Services teams 
• Organize, prioritize, and train their team to execute operational requirements based on divisional business goals, SOP’s, and end-of-season analysis 
• Manage race department inventory and ordering processes to ensure supplies/equipment are in good working order and par is maintained 
• Support Competition Services Director in financial evaluation and budgetary planning process 
• Oversee assigned race events and race related programming operations to ASC standards and operating practices and manage expenses to budgetary expectations 
• Manage aspects of events that require S3 support, such as slip crew or other shared staffing needs 
• Coordinate private race events across the four mountains and coordinate with Mtn Operations for support as needed.  
• Participate in planning, development and execution of ongoing and daily race operations, including NASTAR and Town Race Series.  
• Actively seek and act on opportunities for business growth, in conjunction with the S3 and Events Management Team 
• Acts as course/race official as requested for USSA / FIS sanctioned events  
• Collaborate with other departments to plan, and organize operations and expand product knowledge and understanding as needed 
• Develop and manage staffing plans in accordance with ASC employment requirements for specific areas of responsibility  
• Lead employee recognition, disciplinary action and performance management efforts  
• Participates in thorough end-of-season analysis of individual and departmental strengths and opportunities and proactively engage in planning for future seasons 
• Other duties as assigned  

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 4 seasons in the winter sports industry 
• Minimum of 2 seasons in a role within race and winter events experience 
• USSA/FIS race official certifications required 
• College degree preferred 
• Strong computer skills including point of sale software, scheduling software, email, Microsoft products and other computer programs 
• Prior experience racing or working for a racing program helpful 
• Snowmobile experience useful 
• Advanced or above skiing/snowboarding skills 
• Fluent in English - verbal and written 
• Other language skills a plus, especially Spanish 
• Current, valid driver’s license 

Supervision Given and Received

Supervision given: Exercises general supervision over Competition Services Crew. Assigns a variety of routine tasks, sets general expectations of results expected within company’s policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.   
Supervision received: Works under general supervision of the Competition Services Director. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins. 
  
Work Environment and physical demands  
Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time   
Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces  
Must be able to frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance  
Locations will require an employee to ski or snowboard. 

Job Benefits: 

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits: 

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.   

• Paid Time Off Programs 

• Paid Leave Programs 

• Employee Ski Pass 

• Other company perks 

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One/ Aspen Skiing Company / Aspen Ventures/ Aspen Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPEN Ventures & Aspen Hospitality will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace.