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Assistant Manager: Retail Operations

Vail Resorts

Breckenridge, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$28.60 Per Hour
SKILLS
Budget Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Equipment Rentals, Health Insurance, High School Diploma, Inventory Management, Leadership, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Multitasking, Operations, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Record Keeping, Rentals, Retail, Retail Management, Retail Operations, Sales, Staff Training, System Operations, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Breckenridge, CO
POSTED
23 days ago
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:


Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our retail employees are no exception to this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for providing high end customer service and store support, our Retail Management staff are knowledgeable representatives of our brand and culture inside our retail stores ready to assist with any of our customers questions and provide premium product.


Job Specifications:


+ Starting Wage: $25.00/hr - $28.60/hr

+ Employment Type: Year Round (10-month)

+ Shift Type: Full Time hours available

+ Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

+ Housing Availability: No


Job Responsibilities:


+ Lead daily operations, monitoring performance and budget including scheduling and payroll; act as manager-on-duty in the absence of a Store Manager

+ Maintain daily store records for performance, sales metrics, inventory control and equipment rentals (if applicable)

+ Hire and train employees in POS system operation, product knowledge, guest service, sales techniques and loss prevention policies and procedures


+ Monitor team performance and behavior to provide meaningful feedback and direction, providing recognition or correction action if necessary

+ Maintain up to date product knowledge and provide excellent customer service through timely response to customer questions, suggestions, complaints, and recognition

+ Participate with leadership forums providing feedback and input on store performance, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.

+ Other duties as assigned, including specialty areas like merchandising and rentals


Job Requirements:


+ High School Diploma or GED Equivalent; Business area training or education preferred

+ 1-3 years of retail management experience; ski industry preferred.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment, multitask and manage multiple customers

+ Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends

+ Must be able to communicate fluently in English


The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $28.60/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 515237_

_Reference Date: 07/02/2026_

_Job Code Function: Retail Ops_

About the Company

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Vail Resorts

Vail Resorts, Inc. is the premier mountain resort company in the world and a leader in luxury, destination-based travel at iconic locations. At Vail Resorts, our mission is simple – to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, provide exceptional experiences for our guests.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Sports and Physical Recreation
WEBSITE
https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/

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