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Who We Are: At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone.

Perks & Benefits:

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

POSITION SUMMARY:

Will coach the programs of the Freeride AKA Big Mountain Competition Center training groups. Will assist training design and implement training plans, and will directly coach participants in a professional, enthusiastic and effective manner that helps the participants set and achieve goals in advanced skiing technique and competition and to inspire life-long enjoyment in sport.

WAGE:

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resorts hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Winter Park Resorts total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.

Hourly pay range: $18 -$28 DOE

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Provide leadership of daily training for program participants with the Freeride Head coach.
• Communicate effectively with parents and athletes.
• Prepare and implement technical teaching progressions, methodologies and content for daily training for athletes in conjunction with Freeride Head Coach and Program Senior Manager/Director.
• Set and maintain courses and closures, following course setting standards of the IFSA and work with Winter Park Ski Patrol
• Have high standards for safety in all training environments.
• Assure that all facilities and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
• Video and conduct video analysis sessions with participants on a regular basis.
• Conduct athlete goal setting meetings at start of year, review throughout season, and at the end of the season.
• Responsible for Freeride Team athlete supervision, van transportation if needed, team captain’s meeting representation, accommodation, lodging check in/out, and on-hill coaching duties at these events.
• Provide positive feedback on a daily basis to participants and submit written mid-season and year-end evaluations on each participant.
• Assist athletes and their families in obtaining equipment from ski manufacturers’ representatives.
• Participate in coaches meetings, briefings, and other professional functions as directed by Freeride/Freeskiing Senior Manager/Director.
• Work closely with the Freeride team coaches and Freeride Head Coach
• Other duties:
• Maintain a friendly, congenial and helpful attitude while effectively dealing with athletes, parents, guests and employees.
• Report any unsafe conditions which may affect athlete, employee or public safety
• Attend weekly coaches’ meetings and bring forth program issues
• Enforce athlete code-of-conduct and hold self, staff, and athletes to the highest standard of behavior
• Address any breach of conduct immediately and inform/involve other staff members as necessary
• Must wear radio during all training sessions
• Must wear uniform at all times while coaching and during work hours

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Advanced level skiing skills and knowledge as indicated by demonstration to Supervisor/Director. Equivalent to skills required for Level 100 education in US Ski and Snowboard Coaches Education or IFSA level 100
• Should have experience as a coach in an organized sport, or competing in a skiing discipline
• Experience in ski tuning, boot modification, and related equipment experience desirable.
• Should be competent in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook (email)
• Experience in physical literacy, physical fitness and dry land training programs desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• IFSA level 1 certification or equivalent required.
• Trampoline certification and experience teaching at a gravity facility helpful
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Safe Sport Certification required.
• Is honest and demonstrates integrity
• Can manage confidential information
• Should be familiar with proper waxes and overlays and training equipment
• Is trustworthy and self-directed in work tasks
• Can handle a fast-paced working environment
• Must be able to successfully manage multiple, high-priority tasks
• Is flexible with days and hours of work, based on team needs
• Can deal effectively with poor athlete performance and affect positive change
• Effective communicator with athletes and parents and understands the importance of all players in the coach-athlete-parent triangle
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• Web editing or programming experience (will use Sprongo and Coaches Eye video analysis software)
• Adapts well to change
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and a clean motor vehicle record – required
• Must own comfortable skis and ski boots (will be required to spend long days on the hill)

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
May be extensive depending upon group age and experience and may include off-season camps.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mountain Environment:

• The primary physical environment in which this position works is out of doors with a high exposure level to cold, snow, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc...
• The degree of strenuous activity within the job is considered to be high. Often lifting a weight of 50 pounds throughout the day is common.
• Additional strenuous physical activity may include walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with heavy tools or equipment.
• Exposure to: Chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and painting Ultra Violet radiation from the sun enhanced through lack of atmospheric filtration at work altitude. Fumes produced in activities ranging from cleaning to painting to fabrication of metal products. Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, and tools may require hearing protection to be worn.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

This position description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the role described above. With the evolution of Winter Park Resort, the responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change, this position requires the flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of Winter Park Resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Winter Park Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment.