Mountain Bike Team Coach

Solitude Mountain Resort • Solitude, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The MTB Team Coach is responsible for developing athletes' technical bike skills as well as supporting their social and emotional growth in a team setting. Additionally, they will instill the values and behaviors that will contribute to future success in life. In this role coaches will predominantly work with kids ages 8 to 14 in the disciplines of enduro, downhill, and freeride. The right candidates will display an enthusiastic and professional manner, assist the athletes and parents to establish seasonal goals and a strategy to attain them, prioritize safety, and inspire lifelong participation in Mountain sports.

Requirements

• Available on all Tuesdays and Thursdays from June through Mid-August
• Available for staff training May 30 and May 31
• Strong understanding of contemporary mountain bike riding and teaching practices.
• Ability to ride comfortably on all green, blue, and black mountain bike trails.
• Ability to ride comfortably on small, medium, and large freeride features including jumps 5-15 feet, drops 1-6 feet, and a variety of technical trail features such as rock gardens, rooted sections, and off camber turns.
• Own a contemporary, full-suspension bike that is suitable for riding on technical, black-rated trails.
• Ability to diagnose and perform basic trailside maintenance on mountain bike tires, wheels, and drivetrains.
• PMBIA, BICP, or IMBA Level 1 or higher (or equivalent)
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certified (or ability to obtain)
• Familiar with current US Cycling rules, equipment requirements and judging criteria.
• Excellent people skills are required to effectively communicate with athletes, parents, other coaches, employees, and general public.
• Have high standards for safety in all work environments.

Nice To Haves

• Wilderness First Responders certification preferred
• One season as an athlete or coach in an organized MTB team, or high school program preferred.
• Competition experience in XC, Enduro, or Downhill preferred
• At least one year of experience as an instructor or coach in an organized bike team school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct goal setting meetings with athletes and parents at the start of the season and periodically review throughout season.
• Conduct daily training for athletes as directed and scheduled by leadership.
• Provide feedback and coaching daily to athletes, maintain lesson plans and logs, and submit written season-end evaluations on each athlete.
• Travel to race events.
• Maintain accurate records and promptly provide receipts for travel expenses to be reimbursed.
• Communicate any needs to perform job exceptionally to leadership.
• Participate in coaches’ meetings, briefings, and other professional functions as directed by the Program Manager.
• Assure that all facilities and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
• Shoot video and conduct video analysis sessions with athletes regularly.

Benefits

• Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
• Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
• Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
• Pro deals with outdoor brands.
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees