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Stratton Mountain

SWSC Freestyle/Freeski Coach

Stratton Mountain, Brattleboro, Vermont, United States, 05304

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Seasonal (Seasonal)At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES. BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resortsFree or discounted multi-resort dependent season passesFree or discounted IKON pass Discounted golf & fitness center membershipsEmployee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programsRetail + F&B discountsFriends & family ticketsOnsite medical clinicMedical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs 401(k) plan with company matchDiscounted tuition planPaid parental leavePaid sick time, FTO, VacationAdditional perks & benefits for year round employeesPOSITION SUMMARY The Stratton Winter Sports Club Freestyle/Freeski/Allegro Coach will provide the highest level of modern Freestyle/Freeski coaching to prepare athletes for all levels of competition. Coaches should have strong communication skills, foster positive relationships with parents and athletes, and make quick, effective decisions to ensure safe and best-practice coaching. Along with on-hill management of athletes, coaches will assist with building and maintaining training and event venues. The starting wage for this role is $20.00/hour, increases with certifications.ESSENTIAL DUTIES Execute a comprehensive in-season programming plan put forth by the Program ManagerRecognize industry trends and advancements and incorporate these methods into seasonal goals and daily training plansMaintain positive dynamic communication plan to effectively inform all constituents of training schedules, critical program updates, specific event details, expanded training opportunities, program policies and philosophiesUnderstand and uphold concepts for growth opportunity and program improvements to include expanded programming, camps, social activities that promote a year-round connectionMaintain excellent guest and employee rapport and ensure customer satisfaction remains at the highest level possibleDevelop strategies to expand insight into who your customers are and what they are looking for while maintaining strong relationships with themAttend daily meetings as required and be able to step in as back up into any part of the daily operationsMaintain appropriate asset protection and inventory controlPrepare venues as needed for training and competitionsSupervise training venues to ensure safety while athletes are training and that only authorized individuals are with-in venue boundariesParticipate on working groups when asked, as they pertain to the interests of the programMaintain the highest safety standards and code compliance for guests and staff dailyAdditional duties as assigned EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Education:High School Diploma, or equivalent, in progress or completed, requiredExperience:Previous experience participating in and coaching within their respective discipline at a state/local event, requiredPrevious experience maintaining venues in accordance with criteria set by US Ski & Snowboard and/or USASA, requiredQUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS US Ski & Snowboard and/or USASA membership, requiredKnowledge and understanding of US Ski & Snowboard and/or USASA rules and regulations, requiredFamiliar with event travel and should be prepared to travel as neededCurrent Safesport, CPR and First Aid and CDC Heads Up Concussion, requiredAdditional industry certifications or endorsements would be strongly consideredEffective communication skills. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Regular event travel may be required. Reimbursement is given for authorized travel expenses. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS This position requires work on select evenings and all weekends and holidays during the winter season. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. An Equal Opportunity Employer