Program Coordinator - Wasatch Adaptive Sports - Snowbird

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Snowbird is situated in the middle of the Wasatch Mountain Range and is not only home to awe-inspiring views and mighty terrain, it is also home to employees equally as remarkable. Snowbird is continually looking for the best, those who share a passion for these mountains and the outdoors. Snowbird is a unique resort with distinct summer and winter seasons and offers full-time, part-time and seasonal positions.

Title:  PROGRAM COORDINATOR - WASATCH ADAPTIVE SPORTS

Location: Snowbird Resort and Murray, Utah Office Location

Status: Full-time, Hourly

Pay: Starting $25.24 per hour

Wasatch Adaptive Sports (WAS) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers people with disabilities to realize their potential through outdoor recreation. Visit wasatchadaptivesports.org to learn more.

Wasatch Adaptive Sports is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of disability, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, or veteran status. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion extends to creating a workplace that accommodates all people. Our goal is to provide reasonable accommodations to allow all future and current employees to perform at their best.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, interviews, pre-employment testing, or any other part of the employee selection process, contact us at info@wasatchadaptivesports.org. 

Summary

Under the direction of the designated Program Manager of Wasatch Adaptive Sports, the Program Coordinator leads the planning and execution of daily operations of WAS and is the direct supervisor on duty during programming, responsible for maintaining safe and successful program delivery. The Program Coordinator oversees the teaching of adaptive cycling, mountain biking, paddleboarding, kayaking, alpine skiing, snowboarding, and/or snowshoeing seasonally to children, adults, and veterans with adaptive needs.

You will join a team committed to creating access and belonging in the local community. The team creates access and belonging through their passion for skiing, snowboarding, paddling, and more.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with other WAS staff, instructors, and volunteers to ensure overall program success.

• Schedule, prepare, and manage the execution of daily program operations, including instructors, participants, volunteers, and equipment transportation. 

• Oversee on-site risk management and safety procedures. 

• Coordinate daily program volunteer assistants and lead volunteer training.

• Coordinate with scheduled groups and community partners to ensure the successful delivery of the program.

• Perform equipment safety checks and minor equipment maintenance as needed. 

• Fit and adjust adaptive equipment for participants.

• Teach program lessons according to WAS teaching progressions as needed.

• Support instructors in participant assessment and lesson planning.

• Track and evaluate participant and instructor goals and progressions.

• Develop and lead program-specific training for instructors. 

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with program partners, resort employees, and community members.

• Communicate respectfully and think critically to promote a positive program culture. 

• Pursue continued personal skill development. 

What You'll need to Get the Job Done

Required 

• 3-5 years of job-specific work experience with demonstrated competence.
• Current UT driver’s license and clean driving record. 
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
• Safely drive a pickup truck and a 16 ft. trailer. Prior experience pr