Alpine Ski Coach - Winter Season

Winter Park Resort; Winter Park (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season pass to Winter Park andall

Discounted friends & family tickets

Medical, dental, vision, life, paidPar

401(k) plan with company match

Mental health resources

Food & beverage and retail discounts

Onsite employee childcare

Discounted equipment rentals

Job summary

Winter Park Resort is seeking a seasonal coach to mentor and develop participants in its Competition Center, helping athletes advance skiing technique and enjoy sport. You will guide on-hill coaching, safety protocols, and performance feedback to drive improvement.

The role includes planning daily trainings, setting courses to US Ski & Snowboard/FIS standards, and conducting video analysis sessions. A high school diploma is required; Level 1 coaching must be completed within the first year, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one season in US Ski & Snowboard, college, or high school program, or equivalent competition experience with Level 1 coaching within first year.
• Understanding of US Ski & Snowboard and FIS rules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily training for competitors.
• Set and maintain courses following US Ski & Snowboard and FIS specifications.
• Prioritize safety in all training environments.
• Maintain facilities and equipment.
• Conduct video analysis sessions with participants.
• Travel to events and provide on-hill coaching.

Skills

Coaching

Video analysis

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

US Ski & Snowboard Level 1 coach clinic

Tools

Video analysis equipment

Ski tuning basics

Job description

Seasonal

Who We Are:

At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone.

Perks & Benefits

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

Position Summary

To mentor and coach participants in Competition Center programs in an enthusiastic and effective manner that helps the participants set and achieve goals in advanced skiing technique and competition and to inspire life-long enjoyment in sport.

Wage

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resorts hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various 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 Winter Park Resorts' total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.

hourly pay range: $18-$27 DOE

Essential Duties

• Plan and supervise daily training for competitors as scheduled by the Head/Lead Coach.
• Set and maintain courses and closures following course specifications of the US Ski & Snowboard and FIS in events.
• Have high standards for safety in all training environments.
• Assure that all facilities and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
• Shoot video and conduct video analysis sessions with participants on a frequent basis.
• Conduct athlete goal setting meetings at start of year and review throughout season.
• Travel to pre-determined events with participants and be responsible for on-hill coaching duties.
• Provide positive feedback on a daily basis to participants and submit written year-end evaluations on each participant.
• Communicate needs to effectively do job on a daily basis to Head/Lead coach.
• Participate in coaches meetings, briefings, and other professional functions as directed by the Head/Lead coach and Program Manager.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Advanced level skiing skills and knowledge as indicated by demonstration to Head/Lead coach. Equivalent to skills required for Level 1 education in US Ski & Snowboard Coaches Education program.
• Must have a minimum of one season in an organized US Ski & Snowboard, collegiate, or high school program; or have competition experience at the US Ski & Snowboard and/or FIS level or have at least one year of experience as an instructor in an organized ski school and complete the US Ski & Snowboard Level 1 coach clinic program during the first year of employment.
• Experience in ski tuning, boot modification, and related equipment experience desirable.
• Must have an understanding of current US Ski & Snowboard and FIS rules

Travel Requirements

Travel required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The primary physical environment in which this position works is out of doors with a high exposure level to cold, snow, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc...
• The degree of strenuous activity within the job is considered to be high. Often lifting a weight of 50 pounds throughout the day is common.
• Additional strenuous physical activity may include walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with heavy tools or equipment.
• Exposure to: Chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and painting Ultra Violet radiation from the sun enhanced through lack of atmospheric filtration at work altitude. Fumes produced in activities ranging from cleaning to painting to fabrication of metal products. Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, and tools may require hearing protection to be worn.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Duties As Assigned

This position description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the role described above. With the evolution of Winter Park Resort, the responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change, this position requires the flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of Winter Park Resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Winter Park Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment.

Application Deadline:

Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Winter Park Resort positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 business days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.