Find your line at Mt. Hood Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community. Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle.
Position Overview
Lead the operation of a unique, community-focused ski area on Mt. Hood! As the Ski Area Manager at Cooper Spur Mountain Resort, you’ll be responsible for bringing together the people, equipment, and operations that keep the ski area running safely and successfully. From lifts and grooming to rentals, ticketing, food and beverage, guest services, and winter maintenance, you’ll have a hand in nearly every aspect of the daily mountain experience.
This is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are quite the same. You’ll lead and develop the ski area team, oversee daily operations, balance staffing with business levels, monitor safety and facility conditions, and work closely with Mt. Hood Meadows leadership, the U.S. Forest Service, ODOT, and other partners. You’ll have the opportunity to improve operations, develop your team, and shape the guest experience at a small ski area with a strong sense of place and community.
If you’re an experienced mountain operations leader who enjoys being involved in the action, solving problems, and leading a team through the unique challenges of a seasonal ski operation, this could be a great fit. Bring your leadership experience, operational know-how, and love of the mountain to Cooper Spur—and help lead the team that makes this special corner of Mt. Hood come to life each winter.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, seasonal position
Qualifications & Experience
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
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MHM is dedicated to fostering a consistent and enduring effort to create a welcoming and respectful environment for our team, guests, and community. Our hiring and recruitment efforts are designed to be equitable and accessible, and we actively seek ways to broaden participation in Snowsports for groups who have historically faced barriers.
If you need assistance with the application process, please reach out to us at jobs@skihood.com — we're happy to help.
Mt. Hood Meadows Resort operates on a special use permit on the Mt. Hood National Forest, offering some of the most spectacular skiing and snowboarding in the Pacific Northwest, as well as incredible hiking in the summer. We aim to be the prime Mt. Hood destination for endeavors into recreation, education, culinary, retail, lodging and entertainment. The resort is close to Portland - just 90 minutes away - and delivers a big mountain experience you'd expect to travel much farther to enjoy. The resort sprawls across Mt. Hood's southeast flank, the sunny, wind-protected side of the mountain. The Meadows array of enrichment includes Cooper Spur Mountain Resort, located on the historic north face of Mt. hood. There, we provide serene hospitality, at the Crooked Tree Tavern & Grill, lodges and cabins, and Cooper Spur Ski Area.
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Vision:
Deliver exceptional experiences year-round while respecting Mt. Hood.
Mission:
Enriching the lives of our team, guests and community.
Core Values:
RESPECT
- Honor the cultural significance of Mt. Hood to Indigenous people
- Sustainably manage our operations to protect our resources for future generations
BELONGING
- This is Your Mountain Home; we welcome all who treat each other with kindness, grace and respect
- Equity and transparency guide our decisions
WE FIND A WAY
- Everybody shovels
- We are accountable to each other, our guests, community and stakeholders
- We find resourceful ways to innovate and overcome challenges
WELL-BEING
- We foster personal, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being for our team and guests
- We are a learning company focused on professional and personal development
