Assistant Men's & Women's Alpine Ski Coach and Instructor

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Men's & Women's Alpine Ski Coach and Instructor

FLSA

Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University is now accepting applications for a men’s and women’s assistant alpine ski coach.   The assistant coach will provide instruction on-site and on training and practice and event locations. Apply knowledge and skills while assisting with the operations of the St. Lawrence University department of athletics and the ski teams. **This is a 6-month, seasonal, position primarily October – March timing. 

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:**

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Men's & Women's Alpine Ski Coach and Instructor

FLSA

Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University is now accepting applications for a men’s and women’s assistant alpine ski coach.   The assistant coach will provide instruction on-site and on training and practice and event locations. Apply knowledge and skills while assisting with the operations of the St. Lawrence University department of athletics and the ski teams. **This is a 6-month, seasonal, position primarily October – March timing. 

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:**

• Provide elite on-site coaching in races and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices
• Ability to provide instruction in the SSES Department Minor
• Provide support to student athletes competing at the upper level of collegiate skiing.
• Communicate strategies to develop a race-ready mindset
• Prepare film breakdown and analysis, and present analysis to team members
• Plan and assist in preparing for practices and races.
• Build relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone and one-on-one meetings
• Understand NCAA rules, compliance, and laws
• Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes
• Serve as an effective role model for college-age students
• Assist with day-to-day operations of the alpine ski program
• Provide effective communication to head coach
• Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members
• Assist with the coordination of team travel
• Attend and participate in department trainings pertaining to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Teaching, game management, office assignments, and related may be assigned

Key Relationships: This position has significant interaction with high school and college student athletes and their families, as well as coaches and administrators.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Operates on snow, mountains, grass, turf, courts, gymnasium, and training rooms.
• Classroom and Independent Instruction settings
• General open office and campus environment.
• Position involves both sitting, movement, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent travel and early morning/evening/weekend work is required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must have ability to teach various subject matter in the SSES Minor
• Previous experience coaching and or/competing at the collegiate level is highly desirable
• Committed to the values of a liberal arts education
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering a quality student-athlete experience.
• Must be organized, take initiative, and utilize strong time management skills
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license required and must meet the University’s Driver Policy requirements
• Ability to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting in and out of state
• Strong positive communication and interpersonal skills with all levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to excel as a member of a diverse community

Preferred Qualifications

National/Academy team, or the equivalent of elite level of experience preferred.

Salary

$30,203 - $31,177

Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp)

FT Seasonal

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | ST01436 | | Desired Start Date | | | Open Date (to accept applications) | | | Close Date (date applications will not be considered) | | | Open Until Filled | | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
Please complete online application form uploading required documents in the “applicant documents” section.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background (including criminal records) check. |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Resume

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