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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40 resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

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
• Referral Program

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

Job Summary: 

Do you love caring for children in a fun and safe environment? The Camp Counselor is responsible for the personal needs of children ages 5 to 11 years, and for a variety of children's activities such as art, story time, games, and outside play. 

Job Specifications: 

• Expected Pay Range: $20.00-$23.00 / hour 
• Shift & Schedule Availability - Full Time 

Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and lead groups of children between the ages of 5-11 years in organized outdoor adventure activities (i.e. hiking, nature walks, teambuilding games/relays, nature crafts)
• Assist with camp registration, communicate with parents at drop-off and pick-up regarding daily activities
• Maintain an active, fun, safe, clean and healthy environment for children
• Work cooperatively and efficiently with team members

Job Requirements:

• Ability to lead an active group at a high elevation in multiple venues: such as hiking, nature walks, team sports, outdoor education
• A strong desire to be outdoors
• Previous professional experience working with school aged children

Job Duties:

• Assisting in all operational responsibilities of the programs including but not limited to registration, cleanliness of indoor and outdoor areas, activity involvement and all other facets of the summer camp program
• Collaborating with the team in planning engaging and dynamic activities & presenting new curriculum ideas
• Good communication with staff, parents, and other departments within the resort.
• Knowledge of Outdoor Recreation and Interactive Children’s Programs
• Ability to engage a group of children in an exciting, high energy, busy outdoor adventure.
• Maintaining an active, fun, safe, clean and healthy environment for children

Job Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent - required
• Previous professional experience working with school aged children – required
• Ability to participate in all scheduled camp activities – required
• A strong desire to be outdoors - required
• Excellent communication skills per email, phone and in person - required
• Ability to strongly communicate in English, verbally and written – required
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or willing to obtain upon hire - preferred
• Candidates must pass a criminal level 2 background check – required
• Prior professional experience in a children's outdoor recreation program - preferred

The expected pay range is $20.00-$23.00. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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 501560
Reference Date: 05/21/2024 
Job Code Function: Child Care