Race Coach

Description

Supervisor: Fast Head Coach 

Department: Fast Race Team 

Type: October-end of Season / Seasonal

Position Overview: Provide coaching to FAST athletes and support to Program Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work with athletes, on and off the snow, to ensure progress towards their goals.
• Attend local and regional U14 races with athletes. (Responsible for personal transportation to / from all races.)
• Passion for working with kids, coaching, families and the sport of Ski Racing.
• Communicate clearly with parents, athletes, and other coaches.
• Participate in fund raising activities and events.
• Promote winter sports competition for all levels of abilities and disciplines.
• Participate and be present to set up / remove off / on site and facility preparation on / off the snow.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform the job and get along with others to build a positive working environment.
• Conduct and coordinate on-the-job training for department staff. 
• Show up to work on time with consistent attendance.
• Physically perform the essential job functions of this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Environmental Factors:

• Exposure to cold temperatures and severe weather. 
• Continuous interaction with parents, athletes, coaches, and the general public.
• Walking, bending, rotating, and standing constantly.
• Standing for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours). 
• Regular ascension of vertical feet in mountainous terrain and calisthenics.
• Repetitive use of hands, arms, shoulders, back, and legs frequently.
• Lifting to waist level of 40 lbs. infrequently, 60 lbs. occasionally, and 10 lbs. frequently.
• Sight and hearing of acceptable standards for Essential Job Functions.
• Frequently walking on uneven, steep, and slippery terrain with job site hazards.
• The working environment may be stressful when meeting guest, coaches, athletes, staff, and general public needs.

Benefits:

• Discounts for employee & some dependent passes, tickets, services, and retail.
• Discounted passes to other mountains.
• Access to free training.

The job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. 

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of USSA philosophies, concepts, training, and competition guidelines. 
• Ability to work autonomously in training and competition environments.
• Ability to ski expert level ski runs and FIS Homologated courses.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to regularly ascend several hundred vertical feet of mountainous terrain and participate in calisthenics with athletes.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner to guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work well under pressure, problem solve, and multitask.
• Ability and commitment to Friday-Sunday schedule from mid-December through March and attendance in off and on snow attendance at events and activities.
• Ability to attend offsite events for program.
• Thorough understanding of company policies and practices.
• Organized and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation.

Education / Experience:

• Certification: Current USSCA Level I, II, or III, PSIA Level I, II, or III or commensurate experience or education.
• Earn Level 100 USSA certification if not already certified.
• Minimum four years experience in Snowsport instruction / coaching and competitions.
• Minimum five years coaching/teaching or background in racing.
• Valid Washington State Driver License.
• Background check.