Assistant Patrol Director

Location: McCall

Position Title:

Assistant Patrol Director

Reports To:

Patrol Director Employment Status:
Variable, Year-round (Benefits Eligible)

Job Summary:

The Assistant Patrol Director serves as the second-in-command of Brundage Mountain Patrol and is a key leader within the department. This position operates directly between the Patrol Director and Hill Captains within the patrol chain of command, providing leadership authority, operational continuity, and supervisory oversight across both winter and summer operations. When the Patrol Director is unavailable or off-hill, the Assistant Patrol Director assumes operational leadership of Brundage Mountain Patrol.

Brundage Mountain Patrol is responsible for guest and staff safety during all mountain operations. The Assistant Patrol Director plays a key role in leading daily patrol operations, supervising patrol staff, and ensuring consistent execution of departmental standards, policies, and procedures across all seasons.

Brundage Mountain Patrol also operates as a licensed EMS transport agency. The Assistant Patrol Director actively supports EMS licensure, Patient Care Report (PCR) quality assurance, medical training, incident investigations, and State/insurance-related compliance in coordination with the Patrol Director and EMS Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Chain of Command Serve as the second-in-command of Brundage Mountain Patrol, operating directly beneath the Patrol Director and providing leadership oversight to Hill Captains and patrol staff.

Provide clear direction, supervision, and support to Hill Captains, reinforcing accountability, professionalism, and consistent decision-making.

Assume full operational leadership of Brundage Mountain Patrol during winter and summer operations in the absence of the Patrol Director.

Operations & Emergency Response Assist the Patrol Director in planning, directing, and overseeing daily Brundage Mountain Patrol operations across winter and summer seasons.

Serve in an incident command or leadership role during medical incidents, search and rescue operations, lift evacuations, avalanche mitigation activities, and other emergencies as applicable.

Monitor daily mountain conditions, including weather, snowpack, terrain hazards, trail conditions, and operational risks, and take appropriate action to mitigate hazards or adjust operations.

Hiring, Training & Personnel Development Take a lead role in Brundage Mountain Patrol hiring, including candidate screening, interviews, selection recommendations, and onboarding for both winter and summer staff.

Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for new and returning patrollers, Hill Captains, and leadership staff across all seasons.

Provide coaching, mentoring, and corrective feedback to patrol staff to support performance, professionalism, and career development.

EMS Operations & Medical Oversight Support Brundage Mountain Patrol’s operation as a licensed EMS transport agency by assisting with:

EMS license maintenance and regulatory compliance

Patient Care Report (PCR) quality assurance and review

Medical training coordination, documentation, and skills verification

Assist in maintaining medical readiness standards and ensuring compliance with applicable state and local EMS regulations year-round.

Incident Investigation & Compliance Take a leadership role in incident and accident investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and coordination with internal departments as required.

Assist with insurance-related reporting, documentation, analysis, and compliance following incidents, injuries, or claims.

Ensure accurate, timely, and professional completion of all incident, accident, and medical documentation.

Collaboration & Culture Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure effective communication and coordinated response.

Foster a strong Brundage Mountain Patrol culture centered on professionalism, accountability, teamwork, active followership, and high-quality guest service.

Participate in leadership meetings, continuing education, and industry-related training to remain current on best practices and regulatory requirements.

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