Communications Manager

Summary

Description

Year Round

Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ®  is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. 

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for eligible employees*
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
• Free regional bus pass 

*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits! 

For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https://www.steamboat.com/doinggood.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Communications Manager supports the Steamboat Communications Department in all areas with specific oversight of resort media relationships and athlete programming and. This role is pivotal in driving Steamboat Resort’s brand position as a leader in the industry via internal & external communications and public relations tactics.

Resume and cover letter required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Communications and Public Relations Planning and Execution

• Assist Senior Communications Manager and Director in executing annual public relations plan to achieve department, BU and resort strategies and goals.

• Deliver compelling brand stories to secure media coverage across local, national, and international outlets

• Manage communications video and still shoots including PR, Athlete, internal comms, Alterra Mountain Company collaboration, etc.

• Create annual Press Kit

• Interface with media, act as resort spokesperson when Director and Manager are out.

• Develop and maintain long term relationships with local, domestic and online contacts including television, radio, print, online, social, airline, lodging and travel industry partners, influencers and media stakeholders

• Support implementation of public relations efforts for hotel and resort including releases, industry organizations, special events, Weather Summit, etc

• Work with other resort departments, Alterra departments, local organizations and industry partners.

• Work with resort content creators to assist with photo/video shoot needs including model procurement, location scouting, legal documentation, etc.

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements

• Act as resort spokesperson or assign appropriate spokesperson when needed

• Assist managing onsite press centers for events, as needed

• Liaison for Colorado Ski Country, USA

• Support Senior Comms Manager with internal communications needs

• Represent as Steamboat PR Contact for external media related meetings, organizations, trips, etc.

Media Hosting

• Initiate, pitching/identify/vet hosting opportunities, press requests, FAM tours, and visits

• coordinate and finalizing hosting itineraries

• on-site hosting duties including guiding, dining, activities participation etc

• execute all press trip follow-ups and media placement finalization (including story pitching, fact checking, etc)

• create and share media exposure/ROI reports

• work with third party contracts to fulfil collaborative hosting including Alterra, CTO, Visit Denver, CSCUSA, partner resorts, brand partners, etc.

Athlete Programming:

• Manage SSRC’s athlete program including sponsored active and non-competing athletes contracts, Olympian programming and participation, and identifying up and coming athletes.

• Conduct contract negotiations, compensation and benefits; scheduling; performance tracking and budgeting.

• Liaison between athletes and internal/external resort-based activations.

• Collaborate with Social Media and Marketing departments for Athlete activation

• Adapt programming as needs change/develop.

Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years experience in resort, tourism, or hospitality communications and/or communications/public relations agency; or traditional journalism outlet

• Familiarity with standard industry practices in professional communications and public relations

• Proven organizational skills, with project management experience a plus

• Excellent written and oral communication skills required

• Existing working contacts and relationships with Colorado and national hospitality, travel, and mainstream media

• Experience in community relations, including identifying and engaging key stakeholders such as residents, community leaders, and city officials

• Copywriting experience

• Ability to facilitate strategic dialogue and problem-solving across multiple departments

• Must be a self-starter and capable of multitasking

• Capable of representing the company in a professional and knowledgeable manner

• Availability to travel to domestic and international media events, meetings, conferences, and trade shows on behalf of the resort

• Preparedness to host frequent meal/event functions with media and VIP guests

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Preference for degree in communications, new media, journalism, public relations- but not required.

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives.

Steamboat area base salary range: $60,000 – $70,000 per year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Intermediate or above skiing/snowboarding ability required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.

This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.

Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.

Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.