Assistant Alpine Ski Coach — Elite Athlete Development

Lees-McRae College; Banner Elk (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC, seeks an Assistant Alpine Ski Coach to support the Head Coach in building an elite program. Responsibilities include recruiting, budget management, athlete development, and ensuring compliance with USCSA and Lees-McRae policies while promoting academic achievement and character.

The role requires strong alpine skiing background, ability to travel, work outdoors in winter, and the capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching or ski experience at the high school or college level.
• Excellent written and oral communication, well-developed presentation skills, and outstanding customer and quality service skills.
• Competency with Microsoft Office applications and social media marketing platforms.
• Ability to build relationships with student-athletes and families.
• Knowledge of USCSA and NCAA Division II rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel/competition logistics during the season.
• Assist the Head Coach in day-to-day operations and practice planning.
• Recruit elite prospective student-athletes.
• Monitor student-athletes’ academic progress and growth as a person.
• Manage budget and fund-raising activities.
• Travel with the team for competitions.
• Engage with student-athletes and communicate with families.

Skills

Coaching experience

Ski experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Social media marketing

Relationship building

USCSA/NCAA rules knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in related field

L100 certification USCSA

Tools

Slate CRM

CRM tools

Job description

Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC, seeks an Assistant Alpine Ski Coach to support the Head Coach in building an elite program. Responsibilities include recruiting, budget management, athlete development, and ensuring compliance with USCSA and Lees-McRae policies while promoting academic achievement and character.

The role requires strong alpine skiing background, ability to travel, work outdoors in winter, and the capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.