Freeride Team Head Coach

Job Overview

The Powder Mountain Freeride Team Head Coach position is a seasonal full-time role at Powder Mountain, a year-round resort and real estate development project in Northern Utah. Reporting to the Programs & Experiences Senior Manager, the Head Coach will be responsible for developing, managing, and enhancing the freeride program, including hiring coaches, building training programs, and coordinating with the senior manager to shape the team's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Be team-oriented and provide a positive guest experience on the mountain and in Powder Mountain facilities
• Update and maintain the PMFT Handbook
• Hire and manage PMFT coaches alongside the Program Manager
• Build seasonal training programs and progressions for athletes involved in the program that align with IFSA requirements
• Communicate with parents of athletes about program expectations, dates, times, and locations
• Train PMFT coaches to ensure they stay current with ability and knowledge
• Travel to IFSA and regional competitions when needed, determining logistics for this travel
• Assist coaches and PMFT families with competition registration
• Work with the Program Manager to evaluate the long-term program trajectory
• Assist with lunch on training days, organizing logistics for PMFT

Requirements and/or Qualifications

• Ability to ski safely on black terrain and variable conditions
• Previous experience in guest services role as a ski or snowboard instructor or in the ski industry – preferred
• Positive, fun, creative mindset, with ability to discuss the uniqueness of Powder Mountain
• Ability to uphold the highest levels of guest safety during inclement weather, in 9000+ altitude, and variable snow conditions
• Experience competing in or exposure to IFSA competitions
• Valid IFSA L200 or more certification and active IFSA coaching membership – required
• PSIA-AASI certification of L1 or higher – preferred
• Previous program development and/or management experience
• Desire to work with kids of all ages for up to 7 hours
• 18 years of age and ability to pass background check
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• High School Diploma or equivalent – preferred
• Crossover certification and experience – preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform physical activities such as lifting 50lbs or assisting guests onto chair lifts and into standing positions
• Full range of body movements
• Reach, push, pull, lift, and carry objects that may be heavy (40+lbs)
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and twisting
• Walk on even/uneven/slippery terrain
• Climb/descend stairs/ladders
• Manual dexterity to operate manual tools and power equipment on a constant basis
• Safely handle hazardous materials

Working Environment

The work environment is primarily in an outdoor setting. Work is performed outside, consisting of extreme temperatures, loud sounds that may be distracting, and in inclement weather (rain, snow, ice) at high altitude (9,000+ feet). This role will see sun and wind exposure on a daily basis.

Application

To apply for this job, please visit phx.us-west.paycomonline.net.