Manager: Ski School - Training

Calling Blue+ Level Skiers – now hiring instructors, advanced training provided. Learn more here.

Location:

Beaver Creek, CO, US

The Training Manager leads the strategy, design, delivery and continuous improvement of training for the Beaver Creek Ski and Snowboard School. The role ensures training aligns with PSIA‑AASI standards, operational needs, instructor performance and the school’s renowned guest experience. Responsibilities include managing curriculum, resources, schedules and training platforms, partnering with leadership, Health & Safety, and Vail Resorts peers to deliver high‑quality, innovative programs.

• Starting Wage: $58,461.98 – $77,126.78 per annum
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:
  Full time – hours available
• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Housing:
  Not provided

• Free passes and discounted lift tickets for friends and family, plus free ski lessons for employees
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Referral bonus program

• Design, deliver and continuously improve training programs across all disciplines and age groups, ensuring alignment with PSIA‑AASI national standards.
• Integrate guest service, teaching excellence, risk awareness and safety into all training programs.
• Support standardized training initiatives across Vail Resorts.
• Evaluate training quality and effectiveness using instructor observations, assessments, guest experience insights and performance metrics.
• Coordinate, track and train the leadership team on conducting quality on‑snow observations.
• Partner with the Sr. Director and leadership team to guide school direction, culture and quality standards.
• Lead and support leadership development, safety summits, assistant manager training and monthly leadership on‑snow training sessions.
• Manage and develop Lead Trainers and Instructor Trainers to ensure alignment with training strategy.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and development‑focused culture within the school.
• Develop, publish and maintain all training curriculum, materials and resources (e.g., handbooks, guidebooks, onboarding materials), and regularly contribute training content to school newsletters.
• Partner with Health & Safety to implement safety initiatives and business plans into all training and coaching practices.
• Act as liaison with PSIA‑AASI and external training organizations to coordinate exams, clinics, external trainers and professional development opportunities.
• Support hiring, onboarding and early‑season engagement of instructors.
• Manage the training budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adjusting programming based on business needs.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

• High school diploma
• 5+ years of ski/snowboard instruction and training experience
• PSIA/AASI clinic leader or examiner (or higher)
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Fluent in written and spoken English

• Supervisory or management experience
• Public speaking experience

In completing this application, applicants may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or educational dates.

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.