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Eastern Region Womens RDP Coach

U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association, Park City, UT, United States


Eastern Region Women’s RDP Coach Year-round; Full-time

FLSA Exempt

Reports to: National Development Director

Location: Eastern Region

Travel: Required, as necessary

Benefits: 401k with 4% company match; medical and dental benefits; pet insurance

Summary / Objective The Eastern Region Women’s RDP Coach is responsible for advancing Eastern Region female athletes through the Regional Development Program (RDP) to the U.S. Ski Team. The position works closely with U.S. Ski & Snowboard Development staff, including the Eastern Region Director, other regional RDP 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 U.S. Ski Team. Annual performance targets include 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.

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

Stay within established budgets for all projects

Submit timely expense reports and reconcile each project within two weeks of completion

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 & 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 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.

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