JOB DESCRIPTION
Eastern Region NRDP Men’s Coach
CLASSIFICATION Year-round; Full-time; Exempt
REPORTS TO National Development Director
LOCATION Eastern Region
TRAVEL Required, as necessary
SALARY $60k-$80k
BENEFITS 401k with up to 4% company match; medical and dental benefits; pet insurance; generous flexible time off; access to athlete gym; staff lunch on Thursdays; hybrid work schedule
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is seeking a Eastern Region NRDP Men’s Coach.This is a full-time, beneficial position eligible for our full benefits package including medical insurance and retirement. For inquiries or help with your application, please email HR@usskiandsnowboard.org.
SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE
The Eastern Region NRDP Men’s Coach is responsible for advancing Eastern Region male athletes through the National Regional Development Program (NRDP) to the U.S. Ski Team. The position works closely with U.S. Ski & Snowboard Development staff, including the Eastern Region Director, other NRDP regional coaches, U.S. Ski Team staff, and Eastern Region club coaches to lead an elite-level program for regional athletes to continue their athletic development toward the National Team. Annual performance targets include top-10 NorAm, U.S. Nationals, and World Junior Championship results, U18 Nationals podiums, top-300 world ranks, and athlete advancement to the U.S. Ski Team. Reports to the National Development Director.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Athlete Experience
- Develop, manage, and coach athletes to their highest potential and advance them to the U.S. Ski Team
- Support National Development projects within the established annual plan
- Plan, manage, and lead Eastern Regional Development projects within the established annual plan
- Maintain regular communication about programming with identified and emerging club athletes, their coaches and parents
- Assist in the education and development of coaches through project exposures
Operational Excellence
- Responsive communication via email, phone, and text with staff, coaches, athletes, and parents
- Positive and inclusive outward-facing demeanor as a gateway coach in the development system
- Work proactively with Alpine Development staff and all departments of U.S. Ski & Snowboard
- Proper maintenance of equipment, including rental vehicles, training equipment, radios, and video
Financial Performance
- Assist in making sure that all program participation fees are collected in advance
- Work to stay within established budgets for all projects
- Submit timely expense reports and reconcile each project within two weeks of completion
OTHER DUTIES
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 with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Heavy lifting of equipment
- Driving long distances
COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE
- College degree required
- U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 200 coaches certification required
- Evidence of management, accounting, communication, and organization skills required
- Demonstrated technical coaching knowledge and proven ability to advance athletes required
- Team player who demonstrates loyalty to the organization and the whole athletic program required
- Computer skills, including video analysis, email, spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software required
- Experience coaching at multiple levels: international, domestic FIS, and club levels preferred
- PSIA certification preferred
- U.S. Ski & Snowboard Referee Level 2 officials’ certification preferred
U.S. SKI AND SNOWBOARD EEO STATEMENT
U.S. Ski & Snowboard is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. U.S. Ski & Snowboard's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.
