Corporate Positions
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Representative People & Policies Administration
The Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) manages and operates a variety of venues located in the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains in New York consisting of: three alpine skiing venues – Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, Gore Mountain in North Creek, and Belleayre Mountain in Highmount; the Olympic Sports Complex at Mount Van Hoevenberg in the Town of North Elba, a Nordic cross country skiing and biathlon venue; the Olympic Jumping Complex in the Town of North Elba; and the Olympic Oval and Olympic Center in the Village of Lake Placid including three indoor ice skating rinks, the Olympic Museum, and the Lake Placid Conference Center.
The Olympic Authority is seeking an experienced and self-motivated professional to manage its People & Policies administration function. This position reports directly to the Director, People & Organization Development and is located at the Administration Office in Lake Placid, New York.
Job Summary
The People & Policies Administration Representative has a significant impact on ORDA’s People & Organization Development systems, processes, and overall organizational efficiency. The key objective of this position is to provide up-to-date, accurate employee data and to ensure optimal internal employee policies, processes and procedures communication within the company.
The People & Policies Administration Representative is responsible for coordinating and ensuring consistent implementation and administration of employee services, policies, and processes throughout the organization, including maintaining accurate employee records, compliance with employee policies and government regulations, maintaining an efficient onboarding process, keeping employee policies up to date and making recommendations for improvement, as necessary, to systems and processes affecting the employee experience at the Olympic Authority.
Travel to all Olympic Authority venues is required for this position to ensure that venue employee experience operations are meeting the needs of employees and management, ensure that the venue employee experience staff and management are kept informed of developing policies and practices and to meet with venue management and/or staff, as necessary.
Primary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Maintaining accurate, detailed physical and digital records of employee files and updating relevant data, as needed, on a timely basis
- Maintaining the company’s People Operations information systems
- Facilitating the onboarding process of employees at the Administration building
- Working with the venue Employee Experience departments to constantly evaluate and streamline onboarding documentation and procedures
- Providing accurate current information and reports for management and/or specific groups on a scheduled basis as well as on short notice.
- Investigating complaints/concerns about potential violations of applicable equal opportunity policies and laws
- Manage and track all required EEO and other training required of Olympic authority officers, managers, staff and board member
- Work with the NYS Office of Employee Relations to obtain updated annual training requirements for all MC staff
- Develop and implement a tracking system to ensure that all mandated and required Olympic Authority staff training is up to date
- Work cooperatively with the Olympic Authority Ethics Officers and the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government to ensure that all management and staff are up to date on required annual ethics training
- Act as he Olympic Authority’s Domestic Violence Liaison, Diversity Coordinator, Accessibility Officer and EAP contact
- Working with Olympic Authority management to ensure consistent application of employee policies, procedures, and processes throughout the organization; making recommendations, as necessary, for updates and changes
- Ensuring clear communications and timely distribution of employee policy and procedures changes and/or updates
- Completing projects, as assigned by the Director of People & Organization Development, in a timely and accurate manner and providing clear communication on project status to management
- Working with Olympic Authority management and outside vendors for keeping employee information systems updated and responsive to the needs of the organization
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in recruitment, recruitment coordination, or a related role.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and their use in recruitment efforts.
- Familiarity with employment laws and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the recruitment process.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management and documentation.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to professionally interact with candidates, management, and other participants.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Experience with operations with high seasonal operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Salary Range and Benefits:
The salary range for the position is $58,512 – $81,917. The final offer will be dependent on qualifications, demonstrated skills, and experience. The Olympic Authority offers an excellent benefits package that includes paid leave (sick, vacation, and personal time), paid holidays, health, dental, and vision insurance, long term disability and supplemental life insurance at preferred rates, participation in the NYS and Local Retirement Systems, and participation in NYS Deferred Compensation.
Interested Candidates should email a letter of interest and resume with the subject heading, “Representative, People & Policies Administration” to:
Eric Paul
[email protected]
The Olympic Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
Events Personnel Manager
Full-Time | Year-Round
The Olympic Regional Authority (Olympic Authority) manages and operates a variety of venues located in the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains in New York consisting of: three alpine skiing venues – Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, Gore Mountain in North Creek, and Belleayre Mountain in Highmount; the Olympic Sports Complex at Mount Van Hoevenberg in the Town of North Elba, a Nordic cross country skiing and biathlon venue; the Olympic Jumping Complex in the Town of North Elba; and the Olympic Oval and Olympic Center in the Village of Lake Placid including three indoor ice skating rinks, the Olympic Museum, and the Lake Placid Conference Center.
Job Summary: The Events Personnel Manager oversees all aspects of the event volunteer program within the Events Department from recruitment to the rewards program. This position will travel regularly to all venues to fulfill job responsibilities with frequent weekend and holiday hours especially during the winter months. While reporting to the Events Director, and Assistant Director to fulfill job responsibilities, the Events Personnel Manager will coordinate and interface mostly with the Event Managers and Logistics Coordinator while preparing the volunteer schedule for events. This position may require standing, and or being seated for extended periods, carrying heavy or awkward objects, walking on mountainous grades, exposure to cold winter conditions, and hot summer conditions as well as driving in inclement weather.
Primary Responsibilities include:
• Manage the event software (Volunteer Local) for the Olympic Authority volunteer program including onboarding, assignment and evaluation of the volunteers needed to execute events.
• Manage the Event Volunteer Program including scheduling and training volunteers, overseeing all volunteer logistics throughout the event, and working effectively with community and other organizations to increase the volunteer pool available for Olympic Authority events.
• Coordinate with Event Managers, other ORDA staff and officials to create volunteer schedules.
• Continuous communication between ORDA Staff, officials and volunteers during events to continue to refine schedules and shifts and adjust for needs on the fly.
• Ensure volunteer sign-in sheets are accurate and up to date.
• Ensure volunteers have access to up-to-date information (event schedules, course outlines, venue information).
• Complete and distribute volunteer vouchers (rewards program) accurately and fairly.
• Long range planning of the continued growth of the volunteer program to include more substantial training and volunteer satisfaction.
• Manage event volunteer supplies through the maintenance of adequate and accurate supply inventories, and volunteer lounge spaces.
• Ensure the volunteer jackets are on-site during times of inclement weather and during televised events by personally packing and shipping them to each venue.
• Ensure there are enough handwarmers available at each venue during cold weather.
• Manage a team of full-time and part-time events staff including the preparation of daily and weekly schedules that will meet the needs of events preparation and execution.
• Handle personnel issues discreetly and professionally, coaching where possible.
• Organize and facilitate the hiring process for part-time/seasonal employees.
• Connect with local colleges and organizations to recruit potential Event Logistics Staff.
• Under the direction of the Director or Assistant Director of Events, facilitate the hiring and contracting of outside staffing agencies to meet the needs of Olympic Authority events in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Produce volunteer summary reports from specific events and retain event information.
• Assist in the logistical preparation and execution of events as requested and time allows including material staging and setting up of stations and tents.
• Assist in setup and break down of stadium course during Nordic events which includes placement of V boards, fencing, and pine boughs.
• Tracking the distribution of ORDA supplies to ORDA staff, officials and volunteers during events including jackets and radios.
• Distributing credentials at select events.
Non-Routine Tasks:
• Assisting with various roles within events including transponder distribution, sweeping during sliding events, handling mascots, shuttle driving, and packing and delivering lunches to volunteers and officials.
• Organizing flight arrivals in Montreal for transport to Lake Placid, and shuttle driving from Montreal to Lake Placid.
• Assisting with awards ceremonies.
• Assisting with Opening Ceremonies
• Setup of audio equipment at events occasionally.
• Ensure shuttle vehicles are ready for use at the beginning of the day.
• Unlocking and opening up the volunteer headquarters in preparation for volunteer arrivals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have a four-year college degree and a minimum (1) of one-year relevant event management experience or related customer service industry experience. Must be able to demonstrate strong organizational abilities and strong IT skills. Must also possess excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse population of volunteers
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with conflict resolution, and a diplomatic personality. Experience with Volunteer Local software. Understanding that the Events Personnel Manager is frequently the first staffer on venue and the last to leave.
Salary Range and Benefits:
The salary range for the position is $55,726 – $78,016. The final offer will be dependent on qualifications, demonstrated skills, and experience.
The Olympic Authority offers an excellent benefits package that includes paid leave (sick, vacation, and personal time), paid holidays, health, dental, and vision insurance, long term disability and supplemental life insurance at preferred rates, participation in the NYS and Local Retirement Systems, and participation in NYS Deferred Compensation.
Interested Candidates should email a letter of interest and resume with the subject heading “Events Personnel Manager” to:
Eric Paul
[email protected]
The Olympic Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
Director, Risk Management
Full-Time | Year-Round
The Olympic Regional Authority (Olympic Authority) manages and operates a variety of venues located in the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains in New York consisting of: three alpine skiing venues – Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, Gore Mountain in North Creek, and Belleayre Mountain in Highmount; the Olympic Sports Complex at Mount Van Hoevenberg in the Town of North Elba, a Nordic cross country skiing and biathlon venue; the Olympic Jumping Complex in the Town of North Elba; and the Olympic Oval and Olympic Center in the Village of Lake Placid including three indoor ice skating rinks, the Olympic Museum, and the Lake Placid Conference Center.
Position Overview
The Risk Management function is responsible for identifying, assessing and mitigating potential risks and protecting the company’s employees, guests and assets by taking proactive measures against potential losses. The Director, Risk Management develops, designs and administers all health and safety programs for guests and employees at all ORDA venues and offices and works collaboratively with all departments in implementing health and safety programs throughout the organization. The Director, Risk Management also works directly with outside agencies in implementing and coordinating the organization’s safety and risk management plans and programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, Risk Management initiates and provides oversight and guidance in the development and implementation of the company’s health and safety plans and programs for guests and employees. Regular duties include, but are not limited to:
- Manages all insurance policies for the organization and works collaboratively with affected departments during renewal
- Reviews claims and opportunities for reductions of reserve with Workers Compensation insurance carrier
- Manages insurance procurement, develops and implements risk management and compliance policies/procedures, and manages claims and litigation.
- Oversees safety training at all venues and facilities
- Manages and reviews all Emergency Response Plans and submits annual documents to DHSES
- Manages and submits all mass gathering applications and permits
- Attends local, State and industry safety related meeting and conferences
- Submits an annual spoils report for OSHA
- Works directly with venue management in accident investigations; reviews all red flag incidents; approves incident reports
- Conducts training sessions for accident investigations
- Prepares a monthly review of venue incidents and works with venue management to implement corrective actions
- Distributes weekly safety topics notices
- Conducts regular operations and events venue and facilities walk-throughs
- Manages the safety budget from the workers’ compensation carrier for safety related items
- Works directly with the company’s insurance broker and workers’ compensation carrier in reviewing all employee injuries
Skills and Qualifications
- A four-year degree or equivalent in business, resort management or related field and 7+ years of direct ski resort experience, or 5+ years of relevant risk management experience, with demonstrated supervisory experience
- 5 years of experience in developing and directing health and safety programs
- Knowledge of and training in safety and environmental regulations related to ski area operations
- OSHA 30 construction certification
- Winter sports enthusiast – capable of skiing or riding at a high level of competency
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications and preventative maintenance programs. GIS experience is preferable
- Current New York State drivers’ license
- Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills for communicating with technical and non-technical individuals. Ability to analyze and evaluate data, using good judgment in making decisions.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills using creative solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage the workload, including planning, organizing, prioritizing, follow-up, meeting deadlines, and paying close attention to details.
- Effectively work as a team player.
- Demonstrated skill in confidentiality and empathy in dealing with sensitive and emotional situations
- Ability to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours
Salary Range and Benefits:
The salary range for the position is $95,310 – $142,965. The final offer will be dependent on qualifications, demonstrated skills, and experience.
The Olympic Authority offers an excellent benefits package that includes paid leave (sick, vacation, and personal time), paid holidays, health, dental, and vision insurance, long term disability and supplemental life insurance at preferred rates, participation in the NYS and Local Retirement Systems, and participation in NYS Deferred Compensation.
Interested Candidates should email a letter of interest and resume with the subject heading “Director, Risk Management” to:
Eric Paul
[email protected]
The Olympic Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
IT Technician
Full-Time | Year-Round
The Olympic Authority has an ongoing need for qualified technicians to work for its Information Technology (IT) Department. Successful candidates will be motivated, detail-oriented individuals that join the team as helpdesk technicians for the Lake Placid area venues.
The Olympic Authority is a New York State public benefit corporation created in 1981 to manage, operate, and maintain the venues used during the 1932 and 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympic Games. Today the Olympic Authority administers state-of-the-art venues in both the Catskill and Adirondack Mountains of New York, which are managed and operated to provide both national and international training and competitive opportunities for elite athletes, as well as year-round recreational opportunities for the public.
Local travel to the Lake Placid area venues will be required. Weekend and holiday work may be required as will work outside the normal workday to complete assigned duties. Daily activities required to complete assignments may include sitting or standing for extended periods, walking on mountainous grades, exposure to cold winter conditions and/or hot summer conditions, and climbing ladders.
Illustrative Duties: The successful candidate will troubleshoot and solve problems for end-users on workstations and point of sale systems. Responsibilities include:
- Monitoring ORDA’s helpdesk queue and responding to or escalating tickets in a timely fashion
- Applying IT service management principles to Improve the ORDA helpdesk experience
- Resolving network connectivity problems
- Deploying IT hardware and services throughout the organization
- Writing documentation and training staff
- Low-voltage wiring
- Server and network installation and maintenance
- Troubleshooting and escalating problems to higher-level technicians
- Implementation and testing of backup and recovery operations
- Supporting the IT Department on other assignments as requested
Core Attributes
- Strong understanding of IT departmental needs
- Ability to prioritize and fulfill assignments
- Problem-solver with the ability to think outside the box
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Minimum Qualifications: Relevant associate degree with a minimum of one year of full-time experience. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Relevant experience may replace educational requirements on a year for year basis.
Other Considerations: IT service management experience is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits: This position is classified as a Grade 15 on the Olympic Authority’s Management Confidential Salary Schedule which has a salary range of $47,747 – $76,396 per year. The targeted hiring range for this position is $52,500 – $57,500 per year. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications and experience.
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and resumé with the Subject Line of “IT Technician Inquiry” to:
Mike Costantino
[email protected]
The Olympic Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
Sr. Project Manager – Office of Environmental Planning and Construction
Full-Time | Year-Round
The Olympic Regional Development Authority is seeking seasoned professionals to work as Sr. Project Managers for the Office of Environmental Planning and Construction (OEPC). Sr. Project Managers provide a full range of professional project management services including consultation, evaluation, planning, systems design, surveys, and/or project oversight in order to ensure that work conforms to accepted construction standards. This position is located in Lake Placid, New York and reports directly to the OEPC Director.
The Olympic Authority is a New York State public benefit corporation created in 1981 to manage, operate, and maintain the venues used during the 1932 and 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympic Games. Today the Olympic Authority administers state-of-the-art venues in both the Catskill and Adirondack Mountains of New York, which are managed and operated to provide both national and international training and competitive opportunities for elite athletes, as well as year-round recreational opportunities for the public. The Olympic Authority venues consist of Whiteface Mountain in the Town of Wilmington, Gore Mountain in the Village of North Creek, Belleayre Mountain in the Hamlet of Highmount, the Olympic Jumping Complex and the Olympic Sports Complex at Mount Van Hoevenberg, both in the Town of North Elba, the Olympic Oval in the Village of Lake Placid, and the Olympic Center in the Village of Lake Placid. The Olympic Authority has the distinction of being one of just two Olympic Training Centers in the United States and under an agreement with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, owns and operates a training center located next to the Olympic Authority’s Administrative Offices. Sr. Project Managers will be responsible for projects at each of these venues and facilities on a routine basis.
Travel to the Olympic Authority’s various venues and facilities will be required. Daily activities required to complete job assignments may include climbing ladders, standing or being seated for extended periods, walking on mountainous grades, exposure to cold winter conditions and/or exposure to hot summer conditions. Work outside the normal workday may be required as is necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and/or meet critical deadlines.
Essential Duties (this list is not exhaustive):
- Perform professional duties related to project oversight of civil and architectural projects
- Review and evaluate plans, specifications and other contract documents.
- Review construction cost estimates for accuracy.
- Direct projects for conformity to plans, specifications and standards.
- Analyze and interpret engineering reports and complex technical problems.
- Perform inspections and surveys to evaluate existing conditions, define project priorities and determine corrective strategies.
- Manage professional service contracts for both capital maintenance and capital construction projects
- Review professional service contracts and ensure compliance.
- Plan and coordinate multiple and various projects/tasks involving multiple facilities and tight deadlines.
- Correspond with contractors regarding project status.
- Update the Director and/or Assistant Director of OEPC regarding project status.
- Conduct on-site visits and report on findings.
- Ensure projects are on time and within budget.
- Other professional duties
- Train and supervise junior staff or new employees assigned to specific projects.
- On occasion, may be responsible to prepare technical information, sketches, and documentation necessary for the requested work, and will coordinate requested work through the Environmental Division.
- Develop and prepare conceptual estimates with minimal assistance using limited preliminary design documents and information.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related field with 10 years’ experience working as a construction superintendent or construction project manager. An additional five years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. A thorough knowledge of commercial/institutional building materials, equipment, finishes, and systems is required. Must demonstrate solid communication skills, both oral and written, and be familiar with Microsoft Office applications. Current valid Driver’s License also required.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Experience with management of building restoration, building systems, retrofit, and maintenance projects preferred. Must also have the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of managers, directors and operations staff.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The targeted hiring range for this position is $85,000 – $95,000 per year. The Sr. Project Manager is identified as a Program Coordinator 2 which is classified as a Grade 22 on the Olympic Authority’s Management Confidential Salary Schedule. Grade 22 positions have an annual salary range of $66,008 – $105,613 per year. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications, demonstrated skills, and experience.
The Olympic Authority offers an excellent benefits package that includes paid leave (parental, sick, vacation, and personal time); paid holidays; health, dental, and vision insurance; long term disability and supplemental life insurance at preferred rates; participation in the NYS and Local Retirement Systems; and participation in NYS Deferred Compensation.
Interested Candidates should e-mail a letter of interest and resumewith the subject heading “Sr. Project Manager Inquiry” to:
Kasey Donahue
[email protected]
The Olympic Authority is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]
