Youth Ski Race Coach: Train the Next Champions

Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort; Pinecrest (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort in Pinecrest, CA seeks a coach for its Race Department to train children in racing skills, theory, sportsmanship, and competition. Coaches may lead race clinics and travel to away events to assist team members and help run races.

The role demands strong communication, leadership, and safety awareness, with a Level 100 USSA Coaching certification and willingness to travel. Physical fitness is essential, with duties including maintaining safety and working with guests.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership skills to influence the athletes in a positive manner.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm.
• Ability to read and to write legibly and to use good composition skills to complete records and report forms.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote teamwork, trust, and respect.
• Lead by example.
• Communicate with Head Coach or Race Administrator any problems, schedule changes or questions in a timely manner.
• Maintain race team fencing and gates to keep training areas safe and neat at all times.
• Communicate with parents weekly regarding the progress of their athletes training.
• Train race team members in all aspects of racing to prepare them for their races.
• Support racers with positive reinforcement, lessons in good sportsmanship, and by setting a good example at all times.
• Enforcement of safety rules.
• Travel to away races and help racers work through tactics of each individual race situation.
• Communication with other departments.
• Demonstrate an on-going commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Travel willingness

Guest service

Education

USSA Level 100 Coaching Certification

Job description

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort in Pinecrest, CA seeks a coach for its Race Department to train children in racing skills, theory, sportsmanship, and competition. Coaches may lead race clinics and travel to away events to assist team members and help run races.

The role demands strong communication, leadership, and safety awareness, with a Level 100 USSA Coaching certification and willingness to travel. Physical fitness is essential, with duties including maintaining safety and working with guests.