We are hiring a strategic, quality driven Director of Human Resources for the Vail Resorts Corporate Office located in Broomfield, CO. This individual will be responsible for effectively planning, developing and implementing a fully integrated human resources strategy for the corporate office. The Director of Human Resources will administer a wide variety of HR programs in support of the company’s objectives and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal employment laws, policies, and regulations. He/she will also have oversight with the corporate functional areas over the strategic direction of employee relations, recruiting strategies, leadership development, compensation and benefit programs for the corporate population. As an integral leader, this person will also assist in guiding and leading appropriate training programs for the corporate team and provide general guidance to the organization on matters of leadership development.
Essential responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Serving as a member of the HR Leadership Team & various functional group leadership teams (IT, Marketing, Legal, etc)
- Leadership of the HR function for all Corporate employees (approx = 600)
- Strong business partnership with C-Level executives and their senior leadership teams on HR programs and strategy
- Ensuring all Human Resources practices & programs are consistent and effective while maintaining compliance with local and state employment laws and regulatory requirements
- Providing counsel on employee relations strategy, including investigation of issues, government programs and compliance with legal requirements, disciplinary actions, and coaching support.
- Partnering with the corporate Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Employee Relations functions to effectively deliver HR programs and initiatives.
- Collaborating with mountain, hospitality, retail, and corporate divisions to provide integrated HR tactics and strategy.
- Oversight over the strategic direction of the Corporate Training programs.
- 3 Direct Reports. Position reports to VP of Human Resource Operations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required, Advanced degree desired
- Minimum 12 years of progressive HR experience
- Minimum 6 years supervisory experience in HR department
- PHR/SPHR Preferred
- Strong employee relations experience required
- Extensive experience in leading HR in a corporate environment with regular C-Suite partnership strongly preferred
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, experience in PeopleSoft and SuccessFactors preferred
- Written and Oral English Language skills, Spanish a plus
- Needs strong change management, analytical skills, operational partnership skills, teambuilding, relationship orientation, and excellent communication skills
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 12 years of progressive HR experience
- Minimum 6 years of supervisory experience in an HR department
- Strong employee relations experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Advanced degree
- PHR or SPHR certification
- Experience leading HR in a corporate environment with regular C-suite partnership
- Experience with PeopleSoft
- Experience with SuccessFactors
- Spanish language skills
- Strong change management, analytical, operational partnership, team-building, relationship, and communication skills
Vail Resorts, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Ski pass access, extensive resort discounts, and wellness resources are considered standout perks that add meaningful non-cash value, especially for those who ski or snowboard. Employee-assistance programs and free therapy access further enhance the lifestyle-oriented offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to eligible employees, complemented by expanded mental-health services including free therapy sessions. Access to care is presented as a core part of the package for year-round and qualifying seasonal roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Eligible year-round employees can receive up to 160 hours of paid parental leave, and many roles include dependent ski-pass privileges. These family-oriented benefits broaden the appeal of the package for employees with dependents.
Vail Resorts, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Vail Resorts is a mountain-resort company operating destination and regional ski areas across North America, Europe, and Australia. Its business combines mountain operations with lodging, dining, ski schools, retail and rental services, transportation, and other guest experiences. The company also owns or manages hotels, vacation properties, and resort-community real estate, aiming to deliver destination travel experiences at iconic mountain locations.






