Certified Race Coach

Mt Southington Ski Area Inc; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Mt Southington Ski Area Inc is seeking a Certified Race Coach to develop alpine athletes across ages and competitive levels through structured training, skill progression, and race prep. You will maintain certifications and comply with USSA standards and internal guidelines.

The role focuses on coaching, safety, and teamwork, with seasonal work outdoors and be part of a dedicated mountain program. Training and leadership opportunities accompany a dynamic winter season.

Qualifications

• USSA certification required
• CPR/First Aid/Stop the Bleed certification required
• PSIA certification preferred
• Prior coaching or teaching experience in ski racing or alpine skiing
• Experience working with young athletes
• Strong skiing ability with knowledge of racing techniques
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality race coaching aligned with program goals
• Create a supportive and fun learning environment
• Assist with training plans, skill development, and gate training
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and program directors
• Participate in staff training sessions
• Accurately record all hours worked and resolve discrepancies before pay period end
• Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership
• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Skills

USSA certification

CPR/First Aid/Stop the Bleed

PSIA certification preferred

Coaching experience

Experience with young athletes

Strong skiing ability

Communication and leadership

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mt Southington Ski Area Inc - Plantsville, CT 06479
Position Type: Seasonal
Job Shift: Primarily Outdoors
Job Category: Racing

Position Summary

The Certified Race Coach is responsible for developing alpine athletes across a range of ages and competitive levels through structured training, technical skill progression, and race preparation. This role fosters strong foundational skills, advanced racing techniques, sportsmanship, and a lifelong passion for the sport. Certified Coaches are expected to maintain all required certifications and comply with USSA standards as well as internal practices, procedures, and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality race coaching in alignment with program goals


• Create a supportive and fun learning environment


• Assist with training plans, skill development, and gate training


• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, and program directors


• Participate in staff training sessions


• Accurately record all hours worked, ensure time entries are complete, and promptly resolve any discrepancies prior to the end of each pay period


• Complete required training as assigned by mountain leadership


• Other duties as assigned by mountain leadership

Qualifications, Requirements, and Compensation

• USSA certification required


• CPR/First Aid/Stop the Bleed certification required


• PSIA certification preferred


• Prior coaching or teaching experience in ski racing or alpine skiing


• Experience working with young athletes


• Strong skiing ability with knowledge of racing techniques


• Excellent communication and leadership skills


• Reliability and punctuality


• Positive and team-oriented attitude


• Willingness to learn and apply training techniques provided by leadership


• Available to work 2 Saturdays in November for dryland training


• Available to work Thursday 6p-9p, Saturday 8a-2p, and Sunday 8a-2p from mid December to mid March (exact dates may vary)


• Must be eligible to work in the United States


• Successful completion of background check

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk and ski for extended periods of time (up to 8+ hours)


• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including cold temperatures, snow wind, and limited visibility


• Ability to walk, stand and navigate snow-covered, icy, uneven, and changing terrain, surface and sub-surface conditions


• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $18.50/hour


• Benefits: Complimentary ski/ride access for the duration of employment and employee discounts on food and beverages at participating locations (subject to mountain policy)