Winter 2026 Ski Shop Manager - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Discover the magic of Yellowstone's winter season!

Love snow, magical scenery, and fewer crowds? Join us at Yellowstone National Park this winter! Live. Work. Explore. in the serene wonderland with a tight-knit employee community, enjoy unique activities like skiing and snowshoeing, and provide warm hospitality to our guests.

We're hiring a Ski Shop Manager at Snow Lodge and Mammoth Hot Springs. Experience the "secret season" of Yellowstone – an unforgettable winter adventure awaits!

Job Summary:

This Ski Shop Manager oversees all aspects of operations, including rentals, sales, lessons, and tours. It requires strong leadership to supervise staff, ensure customer satisfaction, and manage finances. Key duties include inventory management, equipment maintenance, and providing ski-related information, all while upholding high hospitality standards.

The Details:

Position Type: Seasonal

Season Dates: December 2025 - March 2026

Pay: The salary will be discussed during the interview process

Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at no cost

Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included

No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck

A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities

Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Learning and Development Program

Perks:

Free Yellowstone National Park pass

Employee Recreation Program (photo contest, gear rentals, seminars, ski trips, and more)

Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.

Employee discounts at local gateway communities

100+ miles of cross-country ski trails (both groomed and skier tracked)

Outdoor ice skating rinks

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

$350 Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

Oversee the ski shop operation at assigned location

Manage ski shop operation, including cross country ski rentals, repairs, retail sales, lessons and guided tours

Provide and ensure excellent guest service by adhering and training to Xanterra’s hospitality standards

Responsible for managing shop sales and payroll budget and proper departmental recordkeeping

Responsible for scheduling, supervising and coaching ski shop personnel. Coordinate lesson and tour scheduling, and participate in lessons and tours

Responsible for overall shop appearance, restocking and merchandise display, and dissemination of ski related information (i.e., weather reports, ski trail conditions)

Responsible for keeping rental equipment in good operating condition and making recommendations for new equipment purchases

Qualifications

Must have good general knowledge of, and ability in, all aspects of cross country skiing, including back-country and track skiing and the proper equipment used

Able to provide cross country ski instruction and guided day tours with a focus on proper education and personal safety

Must have good general knowledge of Yellowstone Park and overall winter operations; good specific knowledge of location's winter operation and ski trails

Able to operate cash register properly and handle cash accurately

Demonstrate a professional approach in managing shop operation, supervising employees and working with other departments

Able to perform duties with minimal supervision; excellent attendance and punctuality

Current first aid and CPR training is required (training provided if needed)

Current PSIA certification is encouraged

Must possess a valid driver's license

Able to operate Company vehicles safely. May include car, van, snow-coach or snowmobile under seasonal conditions

Physical Requirements include:

Must be capable of working in cold weather conditions

Able to work outside in temperatures as low a -10 degrees Fahrenheit

Must be capable of performing strenuous tasks such as shoveling snow or removing logs or other large objects from the trail

Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.