Ski Team Head Coach - Alpine

Alterra • Olympic Valley, CA

1d • $26 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Alpine Teams Head Coach is responsible for the oversight and general success of the U System and Development Teams based at Alpine. This role contributes to the overall success of Team Palisades Tahoe and Team Palisades Tahoe Alpine, aligning with the team's mission and vision. Success is measured by the quality of the athlete and employee experience, retention, athlete success, and parent satisfaction. This position works directly with the Alpine Teams Administrator, Palisades U System Sr Manager, and Palisades Tahoe Director of Teams. The Head Coach has direct supervisory oversight of Alpine U System staff (U12-U18) and the Alpine Development Head Coach. Applicants must be 21 years of age.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• US Ski & Snowboard Alpine Level 100
• Sufficient skills with Microsoft O365 and fluent in technological tools supporting sports/team communication
• Fluent in reading, writing and communicating in English

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience (+3 years preferred)
• US Ski & Snowboard Alpine Level 300 or equivalent
• PSIA Certification

Responsibilities

• Manage U12 through U18 alpine race programming at Alpine including coaching staff.
• Coordinate, design and oversee all activities involved in the training, and competition of team athletes.
• Manage/Supervise Development Head Coach.
• Maintain communication with coaches, administrators, parents and athletes, and leadership through effective and approved channels.
• Lead Safety efforts with compelling messaging and action, modeling and establishing high expectations for safe behaviors with the intent to eliminate injuries for Staff and Self.
• Coordinate Hill Space with U System Sr Manager, Alpine Mountain Manager, Grooming, Patrol and other key players at Palisades Tahoe.
• Ensure all staff are appropriately scheduled, and schedule maintained throughout season on a monthly, weekly or daily basis as necessary.
• Ensure time and attendance expectations are adhered to by all staff.
• Coordinate travel with Alpine Administrator and broader administrative team.
• Create and contribute to written team goals and facilitate individual goal setting for all team athletes and coaches.
• Facilitate goal setting and performance assessments for coaches.
• Be fully aware of and support the mission, vision and goals of all aspects of our program, Palisades Tahoe resort, and Alterra.
• Organize and ensure appropriate training plans are published for entire year.
• Guide and promote athletic participation in training plan; participate in planned training.
• Foster an atmosphere of respect and courtesy between coaches, parents, athletes, TPT and Alterra employees, and the public; ensure that we maintain a strong emphasis on the customer service aspect of our program.
• Maintain communication with administrators, parents, and students through meetings, reports, and other vehicles on a regular basis.
• Model appropriate and ethical behavior consistent with program values and code of conduct.
• Participate in the recruitment, hiring and training of coaches.
• Participate in professional development program and maintain outside certifications as necessary.
• Be accountable for and adhere to financial goals including labor expense/Time & Attendance, equipment & supplies, travel cost and related athlete billing, etc.
• Establish and facilitate weekly and monthly staff meetings depending upon seasonality.
• Assist in the management of, and hold coaches (and self) accountable to: Time & Attendance Standards, Team and company mission/vision/values and policies, Performance management/performance reviews, Team expectations for athletic advancement, Use of company approved tools, Participation in all required meetings and trainings.

Benefits

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 16 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free lift tickets, plus 50% off lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
• 30% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Season passes for eligible dependents
• Free tram access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED