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Falls Creek Hotham

Snow School - Hiring and Payroll Coordinator

Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location

Whistler, BC, Canada

Company: Whistler Blackcomb

Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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.

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 RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service) 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

At Vail Resorts, service is the foundation of everything we stand for. The Snow School Recruiting and Payroll Coordinator supports the onboarding, offboarding, and payroll administration processes for Snow School employees. Reporting to the Snow School Recruiting and Payroll – Senior Specialist, this role works closely with Snow School leadership to ensure a seamless employee experience from hire to departure. The coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining accurate employee data, supporting payroll processes, providing administrative support, and delivering exceptional service to both employees and leaders.

Job Specifications

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027 Shift Type: Full Time hours available Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring all required documentation, system updates, and employee setup requirements are completed accurately and on time. Enter and maintain daily instructor payroll, ensuring accuracy of hours worked, lesson assignments, pay codes, and timekeeping records while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Assist with payroll administration by reviewing employee data, auditing time and attendance records, and escalating discrepancies for resolution. Serve as a resource for employees and leaders by responding to inquiries related to onboarding, payroll, and employment processes. Utilize Vail Resorts systems, including but not limited to Workday, Paradox, Epic Employee, and other HR, onboarding, and payroll platforms, to support daily operations. Foster a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment by building strong relationships with instructors and Snow School leadership while contributing to an exceptional employee experience. Support Snow School operations and assist with staff events, recognition programs, meetings, and other departmental activities as required.

Job Requirements

Demonstrate our core values: Serve Others, Do Right, Drive Value, Do Good, Be Safe, Be Inclusive and Have Fun 1–3 years of experience in payroll administration, employee services, administrative support, or a related operational role. Experience using business systems, including but not limited to Workday, Paradox, Epic Employee, and other HR, onboarding, and payroll platforms, or the ability to quickly learn new systems. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy. Excellent communication and customer service skills with a passion for supporting employees and creating a positive, engaging team environment. Flexible and team-oriented, with the ability to collaborate effectively with instructors and Snow School leadership while supporting operations, staff events, and departmental initiatives as needed.

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 516395

Reference Date: 07/31/2026

Job Code Function: Ski & Ride School