Sr. Admin Assistant - Patrol

Rockies

• Vail
• Beaver Creek
• Breckenridge
• Park City
• Keystone
• Crested Butte
• Grand Teton Lodge Company
• Vail Resorts Headquarters
  
  

West

• Heavenly
• Northstar
• Kirkwood
• Stevens Pass
  
  

Northeast

• Stowe
• Okemo
• Mount Snow
• Hunter
• Attitash
• Wildcat
• Mount Sunapee
• Crotched
  
  

Mid-Atlantic

• Liberty
• Roundtop
• Whitetail
• Jack Frost Big Boulder
  
  

Midwest

• Wilmot
• Afton Alps
• Mt Brighton
• Alpine Valley
• Boston Mills & Brandywine
• Mad River Mountain
• Hidden Valley
• Snow Creek
• Paoli Peaks
  
  

Canada

• Whistler Blackcomb
  
  

Australia

• Perisher
• Falls Creek
• Hotham
  
  

Sr. Admin Assistant - Patrol

Date: Oct 8, 2025

Location:

Whistler, BC, Canada

Company: Whistler Blackcomb

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program
  
  

Full Time Roles Are Eligible For The Above, Plus

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans
  
  

Job Summary

The Senior Administrative Assistant of Patrol will assist in all aspects of Patrol and Mountain safety administration at Whistler Blackcomb. This position is tasked with performing at a high level, capable of prioritizing and strategizing all facets of the job with the core competencies and values of the Company. The job requires strong leadership qualities, the ability to problem-solve and think creatively. The Senior Administrative Assistant will have developed knowledge and skills through formal training and considerable work experience.

This job description is an overview of the scope and responsibilities of the role and is not an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations that you may be asked to perform. The responsibilities of this position may change to support the patrol team and mountain operations.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $20.80/hr - $26.65/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver an "Experience of a Lifetime" to our guests and employees. Promotes a guest service and Safety culture within the department.
• Has a good understanding of Whistler Blackcomb and Vail procedures
• Leads the administrative function of Patrol and Mountain Safety
• Provide administrative support for Patrol: Sr. Manager, Managers, Assistant Managers, Supervisors, Team Leads, Sr. Specialists, and Principle patrollers.
• Management of Volunteer: Physician program, Mountain safety and Patrol Pass and dependent pass administration
• Payroll Administration, scheduling and resource management
• Strategic planning and administration of procurement, inventory control, and asset audits
• Submit and monitor Work Orders
• Prepare reports and conduct quality control audits
• Assists with employee communication and Human Relations functions
• Functions appropriately in the absence of the Emergency Dispatcher
• Identify challenges and solve a multitude of issues with accuracy and haste
• Works closely with other on-mountain departments, managers, and third party agencies.
• Demonstrates Vail Resorts Competencies: Re-Imagine, Out Front, Drive, Develop, Connect, Passion
• Exhibits Vail Resorts Values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, Have Fun. Holds self­ accountable to these company core values. Actively participates in maintaining a culture of equality and collaboration within the department.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Min 3 years' experience working in administrative leadership roles.
• Ski Resort Administration and leadership experience
• Strong ability to remain calm and make sound decisions while under pressure and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to handle conflict with diplomacy and tact.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
• Unrestricted BC Driver's License and Drivers Abstract mandatory.
• Proof of clear criminal record check
  
  

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 511983

Reference Date: 10/07/2025

Job Code Function: Administrative