The VRD employs approximately 25 full-time, year-round employees. Employment opportunities increase each summer to maintain services at the Vail Golf Club and with Youth Services. To inquire about current openings, please call 970-479-2279 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Assistant Golf Course Mechanic
Under the direction of the Golf Course Mechanic, the Assistant Golf Course Mechanic assists and/or works independently repairing and maintaining various gasoline, diesel, and electric-powered golf course maintenance equipment and other equipment and fleet vehicles within the Vail Recreation District. The Assistant Golf Course Mechanic also assists in maintaining a clean work area and maintenance building to help contribute to an organized and efficient work facility.
Wage is $25-28 DOE
Position is full-time year-round, benefited job. Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401a/457 retirement (with employer match), ski pass, paid time off and much more!
Please email resume with references to Jacob Tilmann at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Grill on the Gore Food & Beverage team is looking to add to our team for the summer of 2023!
We are currently seeking the following positions, these jobs start immediately and go through the end of golf season in early/mid-October:
Front of House
Grill on the Gore Bartender- $10/hour + tips
Grill on the Gore server- $10/hr + tips
Starter Haus Food and Beverage Attendants- $14/hr + tips
Please contact Human Resources - April Heredia at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Food & Beverage General Manager Chris Desseauve at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Executive Chef John Zavoral at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dobson Arena
The Dobson Arena is looking for skating instructors for Learn to Skate classes on Wednesdays, 3:30 and 4:15 p.m. The program starts Sept. 21 and continues through April. Skating experience is required; must be able to independently teach small groups. We follow the Learn to Skate USA curriculum. Perks include being able to teach private lessons at Dobson Arena, with proper credentials.
Pay: $25 per class (classes are 45 min. long)
Contact: Email Jared Biniecki, Director of Dobson at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with resume to apply, or call 970-479-2271.
Camp Vail Counselor Summer 2023
F/T Seasonal, June 5–Aug. 25, 2023. VRD Youth Services is seeking staff to implement Camp Vail, a school-age summer camp that runs Mon-Fri, 730 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Qualifications include strong communication and organizational skills; knowledge of child development; experience teaching children sports, games and crafts. Energy and independence required. $17 to $19 per hour for Assistant Counselors; $20 to $24 per hour for Lead Counselors (education and experience required). Applicants must be 20 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license to be allowed to drive children (preferred). P/T work available throughout the school year. Send cover letter and resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Pre Kamp Vail Counselor Summer 2023
F/T Seasonal, June 5–Aug. 25, 2023. VRD Youth Services is seeking staff to implement Pre Kamp Vail, an early childhood summer camp that runs Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Qualifications include strong communication and organizational skills; knowledge of child development; experience teaching children science, sports, games and crafts. Energy and independence required. $18 to $20 per hour for Assistant Counselors; $21 to $25 for Lead Counselors (CO State ECE Teacher required). P/T work available throughout the school year. Send cover letter and resume to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Parks Maintenance Crew Staff
Part- and full-time positions available. Must have a driver’s license and be able to operate or be ready to learn to operate equipment such as golf carts, mowers, and string trimmers. Positions for students mid-June to mid-August are available too. Hours are generally 8am to 4pm with some weekend availability necessary. Pay is $16 to $18 per hour depending on availability and experience, plus end of season bonus.
Please contact Justin Gompf, Parks Maintenance Director This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to submit a resume and schedule an interview.
Sports Special Event Staff (on-call basis)
Seeking hourly on-call special event staff for the upcoming summer trail running, mountain bike and Kids Adventure Games races.
Contact: Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 970-479-2280.
Golf Course Opportunities
Looking for a fun outdoor job this summer? Look no further than the Vail Golf Club! Located minutes from Vail Village. We are seeking starters, rangers, outside and golf shop staff. Wages start at $11.25/hr + tips for outside staff positions, $16.00/hr for golf shop, starters and rangers. Benefits include: Unlimited golf pass, discounts for food and beverage, golf shop retail discounts on hard and soft goods as well as complimentary Vail Recreations District access.
Please contact Alice Plain, Vail Golf Club Director This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to submit a resume and schedule an interview.
Golf Maintenance Workers
Vail Golf Club Maintenance is hiring seasonal staff through October 31. Part and Full Time positions are available starting at $20-25/hour D.O.E. Free golf and driving range balls, meal and apparel discounts at the proshop, uniform shirts, hats, and beanies are provided with an end of season bonus. Valid driver’s licenses is required. Must be able to work early mornings, some weekends and in an outdoor environment.
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 970-479-2262 and leave a message for more information.
Sports Officials: Softball Umpires and Youth & Adult Soccer Referees & Adult Basketball Refs
Seeking umpires for the upcoming summer/fall softball league. Referees are also being sought for the adult and youth coed soccer leagues. Referees are also needed for winter adult basketball.
Pay: ranges from $27-$40 per game depending on the sport.
Contact: Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 970-479-2280.