Year Round
Who We Are: At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone.
Perks & Benefits:
- Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
- Discounted friends & family tickets
- Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
- 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
- Mental health resources for all employees
- Food & beverage and retail discounts
- Onsite employee childcare based on availability
- Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Safety Specialist will have responsibility for resort-wide safety programs affecting employees, guests, and volunteers, and evaluating compliance with OSHA standards and resort safety programs. The Safety Specialist will continually refine and develop the resort safety program and be familiar with applicable OSHA regulations. This position will report directly to the resort Risk Manager who reports to the Vice President of Resort Operations and indirectly reports to the Intrawest Director of Risk and Insurance. This position will work toward safety awareness in the workplace with all Business Unit Managers and Supervisors, as well as toward the safety and well being of our resort guests.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
WAGE:
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resort's hourly pay for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Winter Park Resort's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Hourly pay range: $24 -$26
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Formulates, develops, refines, and coordinates safety and loss control functions and programs.
- Designs and directs programs to reduce accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposures to long-term health hazards.
- Assesses and identifies risk management, safety and compliance issues.
- Makes recommendations for, and initiates, policies and programs for workplace and guest safety. Develops safety initiatives and assists to promote "Skier Safety Week".
- Establishes criteria for evaluating compliance with OSHA regulations, other applicable industry, legal and other regulatory requirements.
- Analyzes safety-training data and compliance results to Business Units, and senior leadership - provides recommendations for effective training topics and tactics.
- Maintains an understanding of OSHA regulations, compliance, other applicable industry, legal and regulatory safety requirements and how/which regulations affect the resort.
- Provides and assists with education and training for Business Units and resort personnel to understand their responsibilities relating to OSHA compliance.
- Coordinates with Business Units to identify trends in work place incidents, accidents, injuries and illnesses. Communicates these trends and identifies solutions towards prevention.
- Works with Business Units on Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment for job descriptions and job responsibilities.
- Works with other resort entities (Home Owner Associations, Village entities, private businesses) to identify elements of safety which may affect our employees and guests.
- Works with Special Events managers/coordinators to ensure consideration of elements of safety in planning and execution of events.
- Works with insurance, safety and risk management teams at other Intrawest resorts to coordinate and exchange "best practices" and/or other corporate initiatives.
- Works with in-house Legal Counsel and other departments to ensure that contractors adhere to OSHA regulations and safety compliance while working at this resort.
- Participates in Job Hazard Analysis and risk assessments in coordination with the Human Resources Department for Business Units, departments, and other staff.
- Prepares and manages monthly and annual budgets for the Risk and Safety Department.
- Prepares business plans as necessary, including goals and objectives for the Risk and Safety Department.
- Chairs and organizes the resort Safety Committee, coordinates safety resources, and safety training for the resort.
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess: friendly, helpful attitude; organizational skills; neat and professional appearance.
- Computer familiarity with Excel, Word (or equivelant word processing ability), Power Point is necessary. Access Data Base program familiarity a plus but not required.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form in a clear, concise, professional and tactful manner.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Degree or education in Safety or Health related field a plus but not required.
- Other Safety / Regulatory licensing, accredations, or certifications a plus but not required.
Experience:
- Experience in risk management, insurance, health care, and/or emergency services industries prefered.
- 5+ years in ski industry or resort operations preferred.
- Risk Management and/or Regulatory Compliance experience a plus but not required.
- Experience working with, or familiarity with OSHA regulations a plus but not required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
- Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Winter Park Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Winter Park Resort positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 business days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
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Winter Park Resort
parental leave, 401(k)
Jul 02, 2025