Assistant Alpine Ski Coach

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Position Title

Assistant Alpine Ski Coach

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Position Details

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Position Title

Assistant Alpine Ski Coach

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Department

MNC

Job Description

Title:

Assistant Alpine Ski Coach

Department:

Athletics

Reports to:

Head Ski and Snowboard Coach

Category:

Full-time, 12-month

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the Head Ski and Snowboard Coach, the Assistant Alpine Ski Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach in meeting the goals of guiding and building an elite-level program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete, fans, and the overall College community. The Assistant Alpine Ski Coach will have a strong background in alpine skiing and several years of race coaching. The coach is responsible for recruiting, budget management, athlete development, and all aspects pertaining to the rules of Lees-McRae College and the United States Collegiate Ski & Snowboard Association (

USCSA

). A focus on recruitment and retention of student-athletes, growing and maintaining rosters, competition preparation, generation of net tuition revenue, and meticulous budget management are essential for this position.

Essential Functions

Create training/practice schedules.

Ski while carrying up to 50lbs.

Coordinate travel/competition logistics during the season.

Work in an outdoor alpine environment during adverse conditions.

Travel with the team for competitions.

Effectively manage an annual budget.

Participate in fundraising/community events.

Engage with student-athletes and follow up on academic progress.

Assist the Head Coach in the day-to-day operations which includes preparation, organization and implementation of effective practice schedules, off-season programs, and in-season competition.

Evaluation and recruitment of elite prospective student-athletes.

Monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress and growth as a person.

Individual workouts, conditioning, and strength training with team members.

Competition day meal planning and organization.

Assisting head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring and evaluation

Other administrative duties as assigned.

Competencies

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently

Must be able to work as a member of a team

Detailed-oriented

Goal-oriented

Must be able to build relationships with prospective student-athletes and families, faculty and staff, community members, and external vendors

Excellent communication and follow-up skills

Must demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking

Innovation and creativity

1. Ability to maintain confidential information and files

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will not directly supervise staff, but it will have responsibility for such when it comes to student assistants and/or managers.

Work Environment

Normal office environment in addition to non-traditional environment that includes gymnasiums, weight room, locker room, and outdoor venues. Coach will be outdoors frequently, particularly during the winter season, at the Beech Mountain Ski Resort leading team workouts.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, 12-month position. Days and hours of work will vary. Typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Frequent evening and weekend work is required for recruitment and competition events.

Travel

Extensive day and overnight travel is required as needed. Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Required Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree

Previous coaching or ski experience at the high school or college level

Excellent written and oral communication, well-developed presentation skills, and outstanding customer and quality service skills

Competency with Microsoft Office applications and social media marketing platforms

Ability to build relationships with student-athletes and families

Knowledge of

USCSA

and

NCAA

Division II rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education and Experience

Master’s degree in a related field

L100 certification through

USCSA

Experience with Slate or another

CRM

Certifications:

CPR

,

AED

, and First Aid

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Coach should be actively skiing and in good condition to participate on the slopes for practices and competitions. The employee must occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and use tools. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Posting Detail Information

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other

2. How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

3. Are you available to work weekends?

   • Yes
   • No

4. Are you authorized to work in the United States?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation 2. Media File 3. Portfolio

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