Summary
Description
Position Title: Government and Regulatory Affairs Manager
Job Announcement: October 14, 2026
We are Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) and we’re in the fun business. CSCUSA is the Denver-based not-for-profit trade association representing 20 ski areas across Colorado, including small, medium, and large ski areas. CSCUSA’s areas of focus include government affairs, communications and skier/rider growth.
Back to the fun part. CSCUSA has an exciting role open for just the right person—and we’re hoping it’s you. We’re looking for someone who loves public policy and government affairs—and who wants to learn about and represent the Colorado ski industry on a wide variety of issues. The role is more policy than politics since Colorado skiing and snowboarding is something we can all agree is a good thing.
To be real: you’ve got to know your way around the legislative branch of Colorado’s state government, be hungry to learn about how the ski industry operates and how and where it’s regulated, have great social skills and personal presence, and have double black diamond organizational skills that have been honed in prior positions.
Position Summary
The Government and Regulatory Affairs Director will manage government affairs programming at Colorado Ski Country USA, gather CSCUSA member input on key policy and regulatory issues, be part of a small but mighty organization and support the association’s communications work on policy issues.
The manager will work directly with and report to the president/CEO of CSCUSA, and will work with other lobbyists, legislators, and member resorts to ensure CSCUSA has a strong presence at the state capitol and is kept front of mind of legislators regarding issues and policies impacting the Colorado ski industry and CSCUSA member resorts. The manager will monitor the regulatory activities of multiple state and federal agencies and weigh in on key issues for CSCUSA’s membership as needed.
The Government and Regulatory Affairs Manager will be joining a small, close-knit team where coordination with and support for other team members is expected by all. The position is full-time, salaried and works out of CSCUSA’s offices in Denver.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of government affairs goals and strategies on issues of interest and concern to CSCUSA’s members, with an emphasis on the Colorado General Assembly, state agencies and the executive branch
- Identify and establish relationships with key state legislators including members of leadership and their staff; important committee chairs and legislators whose districts include ski areas, screen all bills introduced at the Colorado General Assembly, monitor and understand all bills of interest and prepare regular status reports
- As a registered lobbyist, effectively communicate CSCUSA positions on issues and positively represent the ski industry and member resorts; manage legislative efforts with the assistance of CSCUSA’s contract lobbying team
- Monitor and weigh in on key issues at the Colorado Departments of Public Health and Environment, Department of Natural Resources, Department of Transportation, Department of Local Affairs, Department of Labor and Employment, the Colorado Public Utilities Commission, Air Quality Control Commission, Passenger Tramway Safety Board, and other agencies on relevant regulatory proceedings
- Represent CSCUSA by attending key meetings and events concerning public policy issues of interest to CSCUSA, including the I-70 Collaborative Effort, C3, Colorado Water Congress and others
- Establish and cultivate relationships with the members and key staff of Colorado’s congressional delegation and communicate with them on key issues
- Serve as a source of information about CSCUSA, member resorts, the ski industry and Colorado tourism with elected officials and partners
- Attend meetings of the CSCUSA Board of Trustees and provide written and verbal reports on government and regulatory affairs issues
- Collaborate with CSCUSA’s president/CEO and communications director on media strategy for complex issues
- Collaborate on and take on new issues as they arise and assist with overall organizational strategy
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in government, political science, public affairs, or related field
- Three years of experience in the public policy/government affairs sphere that has developed an understanding of the legislative process and the role of advocacy in that process
- Advanced writing, interpersonal, organizational and verbal communications skills
- Must be a confident self-starter who possesses tenacity, curiosity and a love for detail
- Knowledge of the Colorado General Assembly and its key players and processes
- Ability to travel within Colorado on a limited basis
- Active skier or snowboarder with a keen interest in ski safety
- Committed to treating all colleagues, partners, stakeholders and customers with respect, fairness and decency always
Additional Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of the ski/snowboard industry or travel/tourism industry
- Experience as a registered lobbyist
- Knowledge of public lands recreation and natural resource issues
Salary Range
This is a full-time position based in CSCUSA’s offices in Denver, Colorado and has a salary range of $85,000-$110,000 depending on experience. The compensation range is intended to be a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. This is NOT a work-from-home position. Job responsibilities require occasional weekend and evening troubleshooting.
Current Additional Benefits
- Use of two Gold Passes, which allow unlimited skiing and riding at CSCUSA member ski areas.
- Health, dental and vision insurance. Employee contribution required.
- Paid vacation, sick and FAMLI leave
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
How to Apply
CSCUSA welcomes all qualified applicants to submit a resume and a cover letter describing your interest in the position. If you meet most, but not all, job requirements, give it a go and make clear how your skills and experience will make you successful in the position.
This is not an opportunity that is going to fall in your lap by changing a word or two on your template cover letter and resume and pressing send—please put your best foot forward. Spelling, grammar, and creativity count.
Resumes and cover letters will be accepted via email to stephanie@coloradoski.com until November 15, 2026, but priority will be given to candidates who apply by November 1, 2026. Candidates selected for an interview by CSCUSA will be contacted by email, phone or text. Submission of a resume will not necessarily result in an interview.
Email: stephanie@coloradoski.com
Application Deadline: November 15, 2026. Position open until filled.
