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Vail Resorts Senior Regional Compliance Manager in Breckenridge, Colorado
Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
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 Summary:
The Senior Regional Compliance Manager leads the Environmental, Operational, and Corporate Compliance efforts for the Rockies operations, specifically Colorado resorts. This role will work with leadership and employees across regional business units to advance the compliance programs within Colorado. Responsibilities include: Project management of regional environmental concerns. Administering and implementing environmental programs in accordance with corporate policies, procedures, guidelines and regional regulatory requirements. Leading the continued deployment of compliance management system to manage inspections, audits, recordkeeping, and reporting. Reports to and supports the Sr. Director of Compliance with the review and analysis of environmental documentation issued by the federal EPA, state and local regulatory agencies and evaluates potential impact on company operations. Prepares regional dashboards and reports on regional environmental compliance performance. Establishes permit requirements and assists in federal, state and local regulatory audits and inspections.
Job Specifications:
Outlet: Breckenridge
The budgeted range starts at $85,863 - $106,000 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round
Job Responsibilities:
Implement environmental compliance program across Colorado region.
Responsible for program management and oversight of environmental compliance programs for mountain, hospitality, and retail operations within Colorado. This includes the implementation of enterprise-wide air pollution control, hazardous materials management, hazardous and universal waste management, water quality, drinking water, and dam management programs, training operations groups, performing inspections, and auditing.
Manage employees in the Rockies Region (Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming).
Act as subject matter expert for one to two compliance areas of the environmental compliance program across the enterprise.
Review and analyze environmental compliance documentation issued by federal, state and local regulatory agencies and determine impact on resort operations.
Develop Colorado-specific compliance strategies, requirements, process controls, policies, and procedures.
Establish/negotiate permit requirements and assist in federal, state and local regulatory inspections and audits.
Manage regulations, permits, conditions, and compliance tasks in Vail Resorts compliance management systems.
Manage inspections, audits, recordkeeping, and reporting in Vail Resorts compliance management systems.
Project manage regional environmental concerns as they arise.
Support the broader enterprise compliance team and programs including local implementation of culture and training initiatives, policy management program, and operational compliance monitoring and auditing projects.
Liaise with local leadership, mountain, hospitality, and retail operations, and health & safety teams to monitor compliance risks.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including; H&S, Compliance, Legal, Human Resources, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and government agencies as needed.
Monitor regulatory environments within region and evaluate potential impact/risk to regional and enterprise operations.
Conduct monthly site visits at each Colorado (quarterly to Crested Butte) resort to perform inspections, audits, and training.
Partner with enterprise functions to develop and present capital and operational initiatives to senior resort and regional leadership.
Be a change champion for Ethics and our Do Right value and all associated programs.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required in Environmental Engineering; Environmental Sciences; Environmental Management or equivalent
Certificate or advanced degree in Engineering, Compliance and Risk Management, or degree – preferred
7+ years of experience in environmental and/or regulatory compliance management
7+ years managing projects in fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Technical experience with environmental programs and policies
Self-starter; demonstrated ability to work unsupervised
Excellent learning agility and adaptability in fast-paced environment and evolving team dynamic
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage upwards
Ability to work with Sr. Level management and executives
Proficient in identifying and resolving issues independently
Solid sense of accountability and sound personal judgement
Competent ski and/or snowboard abilities – required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, specifically sharepoint/MS Teams
Advanced proficiency in excel or other database management software
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $85,863 - $106,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
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
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
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, 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 or off-site 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 505526
Reference Date: 10/14/2024
Job Code Function: Compliance
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