Competition Freeride Coach

 

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Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

 

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

 

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until January 20th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

 

Employee Benefits

•    Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 
•    MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
•    401(k) Retirement Plan 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Excellent training and professional development
•    Referral Program

 

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

 

Job Summary: 

The Freeride Team Coach will work with our top ski athletes, ages 10-15, in a competitive training environment.  The team will train every weekend and throughout holiday periods in the disciplines of slope style, half pipe, skier – x and big mountain freeride.  The role requires excellent planning, communication and programming skills.  The coach will provide quality training to program athletes in a safe and fun manner while upholding all California Skier Safety Act rules/regulations and Vail Resorts guidelines. This job can be combined with teaching in the Ski & Ride School to provide full-time work.

 

Job Specifications:  

• Expected Pay Range: $21.00 - $62.52 / hour

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full and Part Time available

  • Holidays Required 

• Other: Must be certified by an accredited Snowsports governing body 

 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Upholding the highest levels of safety on varied terrain in a high alpine setting with varying winter weather conditions.
• Communicating with athletes and parents on skill development.
• Following all Expedition Kirkwood and Resort policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Travel to and support at off-mountain events and competitions.
• Coordinating a competition plan with each athlete and their parents.
• Evaluating athlete’s skill sets, developing a plan accordingly, and working with the program coordinator to make sure each group is cohesive.
• An understanding of all rules and regulations as outlined by the governing associations: USSA, USASA, USCSA, etc. 

 

Job Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• PSIA, USASA, USSA certification and or competitive background
• Work well in a team environment
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Excellent communication and guest service skills
• Ability to Ski at an expert level.

Preferred skills:

• Previous experience in coaching or working with kids
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
   
• Previous competitive background
• PSIA Freestyle Accreditations
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The expected pay range is $21.00 - $62.52. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisi