What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Security Officer - Lodge at Vail position at Vail Mountain?
Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!
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.
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 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:
The main responsibility for our Experienced Security is to serve our guests in the Resort. This role supports special events/groups, village concerts, holidays, and as-needed shift coverage for Guest Safety team members.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $21.00/hr - $25.20/hr
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: Yes
Job Responsibilities:
- Detects potential sources of security and safety hazards, responds to emergencies, handles complaints, investigates and compiles reports in a professional and hospitable manner.
- Maintain accurate records while performing daily duties including camera monitoring, shift activity, guest and employee incidents.
- Must be able to keep information confidential.
- Resolve difficult guest situations with professional and hospitable manner.
- Train/ educate employees on current safety issues to ensure compliance with all company loss control policies and current security and safety regulations.
- CPR and First Aid certification required. EMT certification preferred.
- Handle all medical related situations.
- Must be able to communicate with management and colleagues in an effective and professional manner.
- Must be able to maintain a calm professional demeanor during various situations.
- Must maintain a positive and optimistic attitude at all times.
- Must be able to work all shifts with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to learn quickly to work in various situations.
- Must be able to run up/down stairs, ladders, hallways and in all weather conditions.
- Complete all and any tasks assigned in a timely manor to the expected level.
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma, Tech or Trade School
- Microsoft Office
- Valid CO License, must pass a MVR check. CPR, AED and First Aid.
- Emergency Medical Technician and/or Fire Fighter I
- Hotel Security or Loss Prevention
- Ability to Read, Write, Speak and understand English. Ability to speak, read and write Spanish a plus.
- Must be able to pass a background check
The expected pay range is $21.00/hr - $25.20/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
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 516240
Reference Date: 07/29/2026
Job Code Function: Security
Salary : $21 - $25