Job Description

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

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:

Vail Resorts is the world’s leading mountain resort operator, with 42 resorts in 15 states and 4 countries. The Communications Team is responsible for promoting Vail Resorts and its values; each of our world-class resorts; and the product that provides guests with unrivaled access to all of them, the Epic Pass. Our resort-based communications teams are divided into three regions –West, Rocky Mountain and East – and manage strategic communications, PR, content creation and resort social media channels with the mission of providing an Experience of a Lifetime for our employees and guests.

Stevens Pass is hiring a full-time, year-round Communications Manager. This role is based in Washington and location flexible, within reasonable driving distance to Stevens Pass.

The Communications Manager for Stevens Pass is responsible for promoting and protecting the reputation of the resort through strategic communications, effective and creative storytelling, proactive media relations, social media management, issues management and crisis communications. The Manager acts as a spokesperson for the resort and provides guidance and counsel to resort leadership with internal and external communications initiatives. This role oversees the resorts’ social media accounts, content strategy and capture, and management of the resort Content Specialist. Additionally, the Manager supports broader media relations efforts for the West Region, specifically Whistler Blackcomb

The ideal candidate will have experience in communications, media relations, storytelling, social  media, copywriting and issues management. This position reports to the Sr. Manager of Communications for Whistler Blackcomb and is also part of the broader West Region Communications team, responsible for building the reputation of the West Region, Vail Resorts, and the Epic Pass.

Job Specifications: 

• Starting Wage: $68,000-$75,000 + annual bonus 

• Employment Type: Year Round  

• Shift Type: Full Time hours available 

• Minimum Age: No  

• Housing Availability: No  

Responsibilities:

• Lead all strategic communications efforts and storytelling of Stevens Pass through earned and owned media channels.
• Drive resort social media strategy and content development with oversight of resort Content Specialist.
• Serve as a key communications resource for the resorts’ leaders and develop strategic messaging that supports their goals internally and externally.
• Proactively build and manage media relationships and provide on-site media and interview support.
• Act as a spokesperson for Stevens Pass and prep resort leaders to act as spokespeople.
• In addition to Stevens Pass, this role supports media relations, communications strategy and social media storytelling for Whistler Blackcomb Resort in Canada.
• Work closely with West Region team to ensure execution of regional communications and business strategies.
• Work closely with the local Field Marketing Manager for messaging alignment on resort website and to promote events and brand activations.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the resorts.
• Manage media lists, media tracking, and reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Journalism, Communications or Marketing
• 5+ years of experience in an external communications or PR role, and proven experience working with journalists
• Excellent writer able to draft nuanced communications on a variety of topics
• Experience with all forms of external communications channels, especially news media
• Experience with and knowledge of social media channels, community management, and content capture
• Experience with crisis communications and issues management
• Passionate and proactive with drive to grow and develop as a leader
• Self-starter who can manage independent projects
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; builds and maintains highly effective working relationships  internally and externally
• Team player – strives for collective success.

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $68,000-$75,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

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

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.  Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. 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 in person or off-site, 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 or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

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  508984
Reference Date: 06/04/2025 
Job Code Function: Communications

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