Assistant Snowsports Manager

Mohawk; Cornwall (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director for the Snowsports Discovery Center. The role involves supervising daily operations, leading staff, and ensuring high-quality instruction for clients and their families.

The position requires organizational and communication excellence, with PSIA/AASI L1 or equivalent preferred. Availability October–March, weekends and holidays, and ability to lift equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• Superior organizational and communication skills.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Minimum PSIA/AASI L1 or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with staff recruitment and training preferred.
• Racing and/or USSS experience a plus.
• Able to quickly learn and become proficient in using multiple computer software systems.

Responsibilities

• Assists with staff scheduling.
• Assigns lessons and non-teaching tasks to all SDC staff.
• Provides communications with staff and customers as necessary.
• Assists with recruiting and training of snowsports professionals to fully staff the SDC.
• Supervises children’s programs, daily lessons and school groups as needed.
• Works with the Snowsports Manager to develop program goals.
• Assists in training goal development and strategies for instructing staff.
• Promotes quality instruction and ongoing staff education.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Guest service

Education

PSIA/AASI L1 or equivalent

Tools

Computer software

Job description

ASSISTANT MANAGER, SNOWSPORTS DISCOVERY CENTER

EOE Statement Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on Mohawk Mountain. Please inform us if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Please provide complete information. An incomplete Application may affect your consideration for employment.

Category Snowsports Discovery Center

Description

Assistant Manager, Snowsports Discovery Center (Full-time/Seasonal)

Mohawk Mountain is currently recruiting an Assistant Snowsports Manager. The Mohawk Mountain Assistant Snowsports Managerwill represent the Snowsports Discovery Center (SDC) to customers and employees and will provide the highest possible customer service. They will be responsible for day to day supervising of the Snowsports Discovery Center and will provide support for SDC staff. The Assistant Snowsports Managerwill help to ensure the training of SDC staff. They will work Managerof Snowsports to provide leadership and direction for the SDC, with the goal of providing the best possible learning environment for clients and their families.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Assists with staff scheduling
• Responsible for assigning lessons and non teaching tasks to all SDC staff
• Provides communications with staff and customers as necessary
• Assists with recruiting and training of snowsports professionals to fully staff the SDC
• Provides supervisory roles for children's programs, daily lessons and school groups and other areas as needed
• Works with the Managerof Snowsports to develop program goals
• Assists in the development of training goals and strategies to help develop instructing staff
• Helps to ensure the quality of instruction and uses all available resources to promote the continued education of the teaching staff
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Superior organizational and communication skills
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Minimum PSIA/AASI L1 or equivalent preferred
• Experience working with and training staff preferred
• Racing and or USSS experience a plus
• Able to quickly learn and become proficient in using multiple computer softwares

Special Considerations

• Must be available from approximately October-March
• Must be available weekends and holidays throughout the season
• Must be able to lift and ski or snowboard with 50lbs of equipment
• Must be able to work outside in all conditions for long periods of time
• Any other responsibilities deemed necessary by Snowsports Manageror Senior Management

Wage range - $20-$25

Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, inc is an equal opportunity employer that strives for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Mohawk Mountain Ski Area, inc makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Shift Various Shifts

Position ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, SNOWSPORTS DISCOVERY CENTER

Number of Openings 1

About the Organization For over 75 years, Mohawk Mountain has provided a classic New England ski and snowboard experience to generations of winter sports enthusiasts. Well known for its expertly made and maintained snow, Mohawk Mountain is also the birthplace of modern snowmaking. Mohawk Mountain, your first stop for a true mountain experience.

This position is currently accepting applications.