Certified Race Coach

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

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

• 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)