Senior Manager of Health & Safety, Rocky Mountain Region Job in United States Recruiting by Vail Resorts

As a leading mountain resort operator with over 40 resorts in sixteen states and four countries. We exist to create an Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, provide and Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We are looking for leaders, innovators, creators, and ambitious professionals to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
 

Many of our Corporate function teams can now live and work in any of the states in which Vail Resorts currently operates* – enabling flexible remote work alongside a commitment to building and maintaining strong culture both in person and virtually. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you. Find your purpose with us at . 

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:

The Health & Safety Sr. Manager Hospitality and Vail Resorts Retail (VRR) will set the strategy, lead and manage all aspects of Health & Safety across Hospitality and VRR for the Rocky Mountain Region. This position will provide oversight and support to the Health & Safety/Security Manager at Grand Teton Lodge Company on all aspects of their Health & Safety Program for employees and guest risk management. This position will work closely with Health & Safety leadership, Resort Health & Safety, Corporate and Field Operations for Hospitality, Retail & Rental, Distribution Centers and corporate leadership to create, build, implement and sustain a Health & Safety culture that achieves world-class safety performance. This position will collaborate cross functionally to ensure safety programs are properly vetted, dynamic, on-schedule and within budget. This position supports compliance with federal, state and local safety and health regulations in all aspects of Hospitality and Retail/Rental operations. This position will work and collaborate with external partners in supporting our Company’s core value of  Be Safe . 

Job Specifications:

• Outlet: Rocky Mountain Region
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round
• Expected Pay Range:  $74,100 - $96,000 + annual bonus
• Other Specifics: Hybrid, must be based in a state  within the Rocky Mountain Region operations for Hospitality and VRR

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive, influence and support the Company’s Health & Safety strategy to achieve world class Health & Safety performance across Hospitality, Retail/Rental and Travel & Leisure industries.
• Support the H&S Director in developing, implementing, measuring and sustaining Health & Safety programs, processes and initiatives.
• Lead Regional H&S counterparts to ensure consistent application of strategies and initiatives across Hospitality and VRR.
• Be an unbiased leader and voice for Hospitality and VRR operations teams so they understand the risks and opportunities to drive, improve, and maintain safety performance.
• Advise and support Rocky Mountain Region leadership and operations teams on Health & Safety priorities for Hospitality and VRR.
• Have a deep understanding of the core business needs, and adjust strategy to the business.
  • Use historic, current and predictive metrics to inform adjustments/decisions.
• Lead and drive operational ownership in the development and implementation of a comprehensive incident prevention strategy and tactics to reduce employee and guest exposures.
• Prepare management summary reports of safety performance across the West Region for Hospitality and VRR.
• Proactively address compliance and regulatory safety as well as risk management trends and regulatory focus areas. 
• Operate and influence a variety of stakeholders in a matrix environment.
• Oversee and support the Health & Safety Manager at GTLC in the following areas:
  • Ensure Health & Safety strategies are implemented to drive operational goals to achieve world-class performance at GTLC.
  • Implement and sustain risk reduction plans for employees and guest facing safety initiatives across all properties.
  • Post-accident investigations to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
  • Assist with worker’s compensation, OSHA or other inquiry or NOV.
• Support International Standards Organization (ISO) and National Park Service (NPS) Audits.
• Other  duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• or Degree or equivalent experience
• 1 - 3 years of supervisory experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including project management software, Visio

• Proven experience leading a team to achieve objectives and results in a matrixed environment
• Experience analyzing, and advising on safety data analytics
• Experience leading and implementing change
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $74,100 - $96,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
 

The perks include a free ski pass, and a set of benefits including... 

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan  
• Hourly employees are generally eligible for accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time.  Salaried employees are generally eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO) 
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible mothers and fathers  
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance 

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts.   At Vail Resorts, our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.  
 

*Remote work is currently permitted from British Columbia and the 16 states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Please note that the ability to work remotely, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work at any time in its sole discretion.    

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.