Hybrid Mountain Sports School & Activities Director bei Brundage Mountain Resort

Position Title: Mountain Sports School & Activities Director

Reports To: General Manager

Employment Status: Year-round; Variable

Job Summary:

Brundage Mountain Resort is seeking a visionary and innovative leader to serve as Director of Mountain Sports School and Activities, responsible for the strategic growth and overseeing daily operations of our Ski & Ride School, Summer Mountain Bike School, Children’s Programs, and Daycare as well as additional summer activity programming. As a key member of the senior management team, this role emphasizes expanding summer activities—particularly mountain bike lessons, camps, and new program development—while fostering a people-first culture and delivering exceptional guest experiences through dynamic programming, operational excellence, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Essential Responsibilities & Job Duties 

Strategic Leadership & Innovation

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for all snow and mountain sports programs aligned with resort goals
• Lead the expansion of summer offerings, including mountain bike programs, camps, new activities and sport focused events
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance guest and employee experience 
• Champion a people-first culture that prioritizes employee well-being and empowerment

Program Development & Guest Experience

• Design and execute creative and attractive sports programming for all ages and skill levels
• Lead on-snow and on-bike clinics emphasizing modern teaching techniques and sports science.
• Continuously improve teaching methods, communication, and program offerings based on guest feedback and performance data.

Team Management

• Recruit, train, and lead a team of 30+ instructors and support staff.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and enthusiasm.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities at all levels

Operational Oversight

• Manage daily operations of Ski & Ride School, Summer Sports School and new activity and program development. Lead and support supervisory staff in different seasons. 
• Oversee Daycare program, giving support and leadership to Daycare manager and staff.
• Ensure safety initiatives, staff scheduling, training, and compliance across all departments.

Financial & Business Leadership

• Build and manage annual budgets for all assigned departments.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to exceed financial goals.
• Establish pricing and program positioning to drive growth and profitability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with marketing to promote programs through innovative campaigns, especially summer initiatives.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to modernize systems and enhance guest and staff experiences.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing and governmental regulations.

Job Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of the ski industry and an authentic passion for skiing/snowboarding and outdoor adventure.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in snowsports or mountain sports instruction.
• Proven success managing revenue-generating operations in a mountain resort environment.
• PSIA/AASI Level 2 or higher required; PMBIA or equivalent preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing sports programs.
• Strong budgeting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Advanced computer proficiency; knowledge of systems: Entabeni, Paycom a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License; ability to pass enhanced background and driving history checks.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work on-site at Brundage Mountain Resort
• Able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.