As a leading mountain resort operator with over 40 resorts in sixteen states and four countries. We exist to create an Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, provide and Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We are looking for leaders, innovators, creators, and ambitious professionals to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Many of our Corporate function teams can now live and work in any of the states in which Vail Resorts currently operates* – enabling flexible remote work alongside a commitment to building and maintaining strong culture both in person and virtually. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you. Find your purpose with us at www.vailresortscareers.com.

Job Summary:

The Enterprise Program Manager will be responsible for managing strategic programs and projects of varying complexity that drive business value. This role will report to the Director of IT Strategic Projects and will have an opportunity to contribute to and/or lead a variety of projects and programs including new acquisition integrations, innovative guest and employee experience projects, operational efficiency improvements, security and compliance projects, and process reengineering projects. This is a critical leadership role with direct interactions with the Executive Committee and their leadership teams. This position within Vail Resorts comes with high expectations that this leader will establish themselves as a genuine partner to both IT and Operations with an ability to lead enterprise-wide, cross-functional projects.

Job Specifications:

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round
• Outlet: Corporate
• Other Specifics: Remote
• The expected range is $89,100 - $120,000 + annual bonus

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive: Drive company strategy and goals with efficient and effective program and project management
  • Analyze and understand business strategy and high priority goals.
  • Engage with appropriate stakeholders to facilitate agreement on objectives and success measures, manage issue tracking and resolution, and ensure project objectives are met.
  • Direct large-scale, complex programs and projects often involving multiple internal and external constituents and matrixed partners.
  • Define and track project milestones while developing, maintaining, and reporting on an overall integrated delivery plan. Proposes recommendations and adjustments to plans as required.
• Connect: Inspire trust and build strong, authentic, productive relationships with key stakeholders and working partners. Effectively engage and collaborate with leadership across the organization to develop, define and build on innovative ideas and business priorities.
  • Engage broadly and deeply across the organization to quickly connect information and people to drive enterprise projects, programs and initiatives; authentically connect with and lead others who do not directly report to you.
  • Use expertise and relationships to influence key stakeholders.
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand their drivers and needs, and use that knowledge and those relationships to drive effective prioritization and roadmaps for delivery. Navigate a highly matrixed organization effectively.
• Develop: Create an environment of continual improvement both inside and outside of direct team.
  • Develop change management, training, and communication plans and approaches necessary to execute on responsibilities. Serve as a subject matter expert in routinely briefing key stakeholders, steering committees, etc. on different aspects of assigned initiatives and driving decisions and guidance.
  • Demonstrate the ability to learn and develop as a self-starter requiring little direction.
  • Constantly learn, particularly showing an ability to lead through persuasion and value versus role authority.
  • Demonstrate self-awareness and accountability while also holding others accountable to deliver on schedule.
• Out Front: Anticipate the needs of key leadership and facilitate as well as motivate those around you to identify solutions that advances business objectives.
  • Ensure candid communication about potential risks and take actions to mitigate
  • Prioritize and adapt to constantly changing business needs
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology or related field. MBA or other advanced business learning or coursework preferred

• 7+ years of relevant work experience including proven ability to successfully lead and oversee critical, cross-functional projects and multi-faceted efforts
• Demonstrates project/program management and analytical skills with the ability to identify and understand complex problems, make decisions, create plans and solutions, and take action.
• Passion for guest experience
• Experience with analyzing information and data to inform decision-making
• Self-starter and self-motivated without the need for daily direction
• Experience supporting and working with C-level executives in a business environment
• Proven track record for problem solving, showcasing success using different skill sets
• Continuously adapts to changes and effectively navigates through ambiguity, decides and acts without having the picture totally defined, appropriately changes one’s strategy in response to new information
• Demonstration of strong business and financial acumen
• Preparation of executive-level presentations (e.g., content development, speaking points, etc.,)

• Technology advocate and highly proficient in project management tools
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products

Required Skills:

• Leadership:
  • Ability to drive strategy, vision, direction, and prioritization on enterprise wide projects and programs at the Executive level.
  • Can manage initiatives from concept through to completion, including the development and presentation of a business case.
  • Applies systems thinking to generate new thoughts and opportunities; has ability to build on strategic and innovative thoughts/ideas.
  • Informed on industry standards and practices, and a forward thinker on new innovative approaches.
• Project Management:
  • Ability to socialize and manage a portfolio of projects in support of stated strategic objectives.
  • Manage business operational impacts as well as technical components of the program or project.
  • Work with internal and external teams to develop and execute a comprehensive QA approach for enterprise wide projects and programs.
  • Provide vision and leadership regarding organizational design and resourcing of large, complex and undefined enterprise wide initiatives including all aspects of management from vision through execution.
• Financials:
  • Manage enterprise wide programs with complex financial models including internal and external stakeholders and complex contract negotiation as needed.
  • Participate in the annual expense and capital budgeting processes & cycles for their areas.
• Employee Management:
  • Ability to manage/oversee a significant number of internal and contract resources across multiple projects.

The expected range is $89,100 - $120,000 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

The perks include a free ski pass, and a set of benefits including...

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly employees are generally eligible for accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), Extra Time Off (ETO) and Sick Time. Salaried employees are generally eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible mothers and fathers
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. At Vail Resorts, our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.

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  Remote work is currently permitted from British Columbia and the 16 U.S. states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Please note that the ability to work remotely, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work at any time in its sole discretion.

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 494561