The Word – 1/7/2016
Hello everyone,
Multi-weeks are here! And so starts the weekend craziness. If you thought it was busy over Christmas just wait until you see Saturday…! Our Multi-week programs start along with those of all the independent schools so teaching space will be at a premium in the learning area, at least for this weekend until most of the first timer and beginner classes move on out.
How did Christmas stack up?
Thanks again for all your help over the holidays. It was certainly a big one. We taught over 4,500 adult and youth group students and 1,200 of those were returns! Remember that return student numbers are usually much lower at this point of the season, and they pick up as more time passes. So this is a great start and we are well on our way to our goal of 5,000 for the season. We will be posting a board in the locker room soon so we can keep track of where we are at and setting some interim goals with some fun team prizes as we hit them. Pizza party anyone?! We will also be loading the return student incentive ($1 per return student) into your next pay check.
What’s new?
Our Multi-week programs begin tomorrow (January 8-10) and many of you will be scheduled to teach on those. Please remember that the idea of these programs is that we keep groups and coaches together each week so be sure to let us know if you have a scheduling conflict with any of the dates.
MLK weekend is also coming up soon. We are running a small kids terrain park/learning area in downtown Leavenworth over the weekend (Riglet Park style for those who know Riglet) for skiers and riders. We are looking for folks who would enjoy working the weekend in L-Town rather than fighting the crowds and commuting up here! We need a couple of skiers and boarders so let us know if you are interested. It would be both Saturday and Sunday.
So stay up to date…
Please remember to check your schedule to make sure you do not miss an assignment, particularly assignments at the very beginning or end of the day. You may be scheduled anytime between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm on a standard day shift, and up to 6pm or 8pm if you gave us evening availability. Guidelines for checking the schedule can be found here and you can always let us know if you have questions.
…and stay connected!
With all the new folks joining here’s a reminder of our Facebook Page, a great resource for used gear and carpooling, and how to reach us by phone (206)812-7393 or email snowsports@stevenspass.com
Saturdays over Sundays
We are seeing a trend emerge that Saturdays are growing faster than Sundays. If anyone out there is working any of the following Sundays, and would be interested in switching for the corresponding Saturday please let us know:
- Sunday January 10th
- Sunday January 24th
- Sunday January 31st
- Sunday February 6th
Extra mid-week hours?
We are looking for a driver to drive an employee transit van any mornings Mon-Thurs. The driver will pick up the van from the summit around 7.15-7.30am and be driving down to Sultan on the west side, returning for 9:00am. The driver will need transportation to the summit to collect the van. Please let us know if you are interested and for what days, or would like more details about pay or the requirements. You can also email hr@stevenspass.com
Training Update
Training continues in earnest this weekend. We have Back-in-the-Saddle clinics running in the mornings at 8:30am for new and returning experienced instructors to get up to speed with our operations this season.
Early-ups or Dawn Patrol will also be going out at 8:30am.
New instructors teaching multi-weeks are also scheduled for some mandatory training from 2:30-3:30pm to go over progressions, tips, tricks and ideas for staying ahead of your students as they progress!
Certification Training also continues with Level 1, 2 and 3 training for ski and snowboard heading out at 3:30pm
Remember: Please check your schedule prior to signing up for a clinic. If you are scheduled to work during a clinic time and would like to request time to train, you must first check in with the supervisor of the activity you are scheduled for. It ruins everyone’s morning if the setup crew all opt to go shred, or some of the 4pm lesson crew ditch their afternoon lineup. If you are regularly scheduled during a time when you would like to clinic, let us know.
Business Cards
We are doing another round of ordering for anyone looking to get some official Stevens Pass business cards. The cards come in boxes of 250 at $12-$20 depending on the number of boxes ordered in total. If you are interested just email snowsports@stevenspass.com and we will get your name on the list and just take the money out of your paycheck.
We will take your name, position, certifications and email address from our records. Please let us know if you would like any of this information to be different, and if you would like us to include a phone number please confirm what that number is. The deadline to get your order in is Sunday 10th, and we likely won’t have them in hand until the end of February.
Employee Coupons
Everyone who started on or before the holidays should by now have received an email from HR with coupons attached. These coupons are for different discounts around the mountain that you can print and use yourselves or give to friends and family. Also included is a mix of comp and 50% off lift ticket vouchers, the number of which depends on your employee status (full vs part time) and your years of service. The email should explain the details. If you did not receive an email, stop by HR and they can make sure you get them!