Woodward Copper Programs & Operations Manager

The Programs & Operations Manager is responsible for the planning, leadership, and operational delivery of Woodward Copper programs, facilities, and assigned teams. This position oversees the Woodward Barn and Woodward Summer Camp experience, including programming, staffing, training, safety, facilities, Camp orientation, medical operations, transportation, and the Visiting Pro program.

This role leads supervisors and seasonal teams to ensure programs are safe, consistent, appropriately staffed, and aligned with Woodward and Copper standards. The Manager works closely with the Director, Business Manager, Terrain Parks, Risk/Safety, and other resort departments to coordinate resources, manage labor and operating expenses, and continuously improve the guest and employee experience.

• →Number of employees supervised: approximately 5-80, seasonally dependent
• →Positions supervised: Barn Supervisor, Coach Supervisor, Counselor Supervisor, Camp Medical Staff, Transportation Staff

Responsible for:

• →Scheduling and assigning work
• →Training and development
• →Performance management and disciplinary actions
• →Performance reviews
• →Hiring and termination recommendations/actions in accordance with company processes
• →Labor management and payroll review for assigned teams

• Is honest and has the highest integrity
• Is able to handle and manage confidential information
• Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines
• Follows established policies and procedures
• Is supportive of Core Values
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach
• Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
• Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
• Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
• Is flexible with hours and days of work
• Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week
• Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life

•  Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License
• High School degree or equivalent
• Bending, reaching, climbing
• Pushing/Pulling
• Prolonged standing
• Eye/hand coordination
• Visual concentration on equipment
• Concentrated reading and writing
• Rapid reaction to physical changes (operating equipment)
• Peripheral, color, and depth vision
• Extended periods of outdoor exposure Extreme cold
• Extreme heat and sun exposure
• Variation in temperature from hot to cold
• Skiing/ Snowboarding Level: Expert
• This position may require the use of a mountain radio/walkie-talkies for communication

• 5+ years of experience working with kids and/or teens preferred.
• 3+ years of management or leadership experience required.
• 3+ years of guest service, recreation, action sports, camp, or resort operations experience preferred.
• Experience managing seasonal teams, training programs, facilities, transportation, or complex daily operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of skiing, snowboarding, action sports, coaching progressions, and terrain park environments preferred.
• Experience working in a camp environment strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, problem-solving, and cross-department collaboration skills required.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant resort/business systems preferred.
• Relevant coaching, instruction, safety, CPR/First Aid, or action-sports certifications preferred.
• College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Position was originally posted on October 12th. This position will be posted and accepting applications until Wednesday, October 14th.

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment.

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