Snow Safety Supervisor - Open to Snowbird Employees Only

Snowbird is situated in the middle of the Wasatch Mountain Range and is not only home to awe-inspiring views and mighty terrain, it is also home to employees equally as remarkable. Snowbird is continually looking for the best, those who share a passion for these mountains and the outdoors. Snowbird is a unique resort with distinct summer and winter seasons and offers full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.

LOCATION:

Snowbird

STATUS:
Seasonal, Full-time, Salary

SCHEDULE:

Winter: 5 days per week Summer (optional):
Negotiable Months of November-April in their entirety

START DATE:

October 15th, 2026

Under the direction of the Snowbird Ski Patrol Director and Assistant Director of Snow Safety, you will ensure that there is always someone available to answer snow safety-related questions and assist with ongoing daily snow safety operations. You will help coordinate avalanche hazard mitigation, weather and snowpack monitoring, terrain management, staff training and assignments while supporting safe mountain operations across the resort.

• Participate in daily evaluations of snowpack stability, weather conditions, avalanche hazards, and terrain safety.
• Conduct avalanche control work using approved mitigation tools and techniques.
• Assist with route planning, hazard reduction efforts, and operational documentation.
• Maintain accurate weather observations, snowpack records, avalanche control logs, and field reports.
• Support training efforts related to hazard assessment, avalanche forecasting, control routes, and explosives handling.

• Collect weather, snowpack, and field observation data to support avalanche forecasting and operational decision-making.
• Monitor weather stations, snow study plots, and remote observation systems.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and calibration of monitoring equipment.
• Communicate changing weather and snowpack conditions to Snow Safety leadership and operational departments.

• Monitor avalanche terrain, closures, hazard zones, and mountain boundaries daily.
• Erect and maintain signs, ropes, closures, and hazard markers in accordance with Snowbird policies.
• Identify and address safety hazards proactively and communicate major concerns to Ski Patrol and Snow Safety leadership.
• Assist with training staff in hazard recognition, terrain management, and safe mountain travel practices.

• Assist Ski Patrol with emergency first aid response, avalanche rescue operations, evacuations, and incident management when required.
• Follow established protocols and maintain accurate documentation.
• Organize and facilitate rescue trainings and preparedness exercises.

• Repair, maintain, inspect, and inventory snow safety equipment, weather stations, communication systems, rescue gear, signage, and explosives-related equipment.
• Ensure proper storage, documentation, and compliance procedures for explosives and related materials.
• Assist in training staff in equipment use, maintenance standards, and safety procedures.

• Daily risk communications to the ski patrol.
• Public outreach to concerned parties looking to Snowbird for avalanche expertise.
• Foster clear communication and collaboration between Snow Safety, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations, and Mountain Operations.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and safety.
• Communicate with outside agencies (Alta, UDOT, SLC SAR, UAC, etc.) and maintain good relations.

• Train and mentor Snow Safety team members in snow science, avalanche operations, weather monitoring, explosives handling, and mountain safety procedures.
• Assist with onboarding and continuing education efforts.
• Support professional development and operational readiness throughout the team.

• Assist in supervising day-to-day Snow Safety operations, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Help coordinate staff assignments, route coverage, operational priorities, and project…