Solitude Mountain Resort

Team Solitude Coach

Solitude, UT · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$20k-$35kDetected 20 days ago

HRLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

Coaching staff apply the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Alpine and Freeski Training Systems, SkillsQuest, IFSA, and PSIA/AASI methodologies as appropriate to their program.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT Solitude Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer.
Solitude Mountain Resort also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead athlete goal-setting meetings at the start of the season and review progress throughout the season.
Maintain high safety standards in all training environments.
Travel to competitions to support and prepare athletes. Be responsible for on-hill coaching duties during competitions and training sessions.

Requirements

Strong understanding of gate training, line selection, and timing-based competition, including the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Alpine Training System and SkillsQuest.
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Nice to have

Strong understanding of big mountain skiing/riding, line choice, cliff and air progression, and judged IFSA competition criteria.
Comfortable coaching and demonstrating on steep, technical, and variable terrain, including double black, extreme terrain, and terrain park/freestyle features.
Competition experience at IFSA regional and national events strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of versatile, all-terrain skiing/riding spanning carving, big mountain, freestyle, bumps, trees, Nordic, and off-piste conditions.
Capable of skiing or riding a wide range of terrain confidently to demonstrate across disciplines.
Ability to coach a range of skills and adapt to athletes of varying ages and goals in a recreational, non-competitive format (athletes are not expected to compete in USSA or IFSA events).
Strong understanding of age-appropriate skill progression and fundamentals for younger and newer athletes.
PSIA/AASI Level 1-2, IFSA Level 100, USSA Level 100, Coaching Fundamentals course with US Ski and Snowboard.

Compensation

$20.00 - $35 per hour

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
Level 400 (IFSA 400 / USSA 400 / PSIA-AASI Trainer or Education Staff): Starting at $34.99 per hour Advanced/expert certification with proven high-level coaching and athlete development.

Company info

Solitude Coach will mentor and coach athletes in one of four Team Solitude programs: Race, Freeride, All Mountain, or Junior Development.
Across all disciplines, the coach will help athletes set and achieve goals in advanced skiing and snowboarding techniques while prioritizing safety, inspiring lifelong mountain knowledge, and promoting enjoyment in the sport and success in competitions.
Conduct daily on-snow training sessions for athletes, as directed by the Head Coach or Program Manager.
Provide personalized feedback to athletes and submit written year-end evaluations.
Utilize video analysis to help athletes refine their techniques and strategies.
Mentor and help train newer coaches and staff members.
Ensure all training facilities and equipment are properly maintained, stored, and utilized.
Effectively communicate with athletes, parents, other coaches, mountain employees, and guests.
Participate in coaches' meetings, briefings, and other professional functions as directed by leadership.
Communicate any needs or concerns to leadership to ensure optimal job performance.
Advanced skiing or riding skills and knowledge, demonstrated to the Head Coach or leadership team.
Willingness to work with children and youth (ages 7-18, depending on program).
Strong people skills for effective communication with various stakeholders.
At least one year of experience as a ski school instructor or seasonal program coach is desirable.
Work primarily takes place in an outdoor mountain environment, requiring tolerance of exposure to cold, snow, wind, rain, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, and terrain.
Maintain excellent physical fitness, including the ability to ski or ride in various snow conditions and hike challenging terrain with equipment.
Ability to work with little supervision after daily assignments are made.
Be punctual and equipped for all scheduled shifts.
Uncertified / Entry Coach: Starting at $20.00 per hour No formal coaching certification; demonstrated advanced skiing or riding ability and a willingness to learn.
Level 100 (IFSA 100 / USSA 100 / PSIA-AASI Level 1): Starting at $23.56 per hour Entry-level certification in the relevant discipline.
Level 200 (IFSA 200 / USSA 200 / PSIA-AASI Level 2): Starting at $26.78 per hour Intermediate certification with demonstrated coaching competency.
Level 300 (IFSA 300 / USSA 300 / PSIA-AASI Level 3): Starting at $30.90 per hour Advanced/expert certification with proven high-level coaching and athlete development.

Equal opportunity

Solitude Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to recruit, hire, train, assign, promote, and transfer the best qualified individual for each job opening and provide such employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, nationality, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, sexual preference, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. The Company makes all employment decisions, including selection, training, job assignment, compensation, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and access to benefits without regard to these protected statuses. Solitude Mountain Resort also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please contact Human Resources at HR@solitudemountain.com.
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