Okemo Mountain School coaching job
Anyone qualified probably shouldn't want this job, but hey, if you're really into ski racing and VT...and despite being at Okemo, I will say their race hill is real deal, so...If anyone applies you have to let us know--curious to hear about it.
Okemo Mountain School Job Description
Position: Head U19 Women’s Alpine Coach Supervisor: Alpine Program Director
Job Summary:
To provide athletic instruction for and implement an on hill curriculum for the female U19 Alpine athletes of Okemo Mountain School
To implement a comprehensive conditioning program
To pursue communication with parents on a weekly basis regarding training, competing, and travel
To oversee/evaluate the development of each athlete throughout the season
To collaborate with other OMS and Okemo U19 and U16 coaches to provide athletic instruction for and implement an on hill curriculum for U19 Alpine athletes of the Okemo Competition Center
Specific Alpine Coach Functions:
Work closely with Alpine Program Director and other U16 and U19 Alpine Coaches to:
Create a comprehensive training plan for the U19 Women for the entire season
Ensure an Individual Competition Plan is created for each OMS athlete for the season
Ensure OMS athlete evaluations are completed on the appropriate deadlines as specified by the Dean of Academics
Ensure that each OMS athlete goes through a goal setting, review, and reflection process
Implement the conditioning programs provided by the Strength and Conditioning Coach for OMS athletes
Prepare video analysis for each OMS athlete using Sprongo and/or other computer software and make video available daily
Manage athletic equipment for each athlete
Submit athlete race entries in accordance with deadlines and procedures as outlined by VARA and USSA
Coordinate travel plans for all athletes as needed (flights, lodging, training space)
Coordinate OMS Fall Training Camp and any additional camps to facilitate athlete needs
Coordinate Summer Camp opportunities for athletes
Integrate weekend program athletes into training and competition plans
Work closely with the Dean and Assistant Dean of Academics to communicate student-athlete competition and travel schedules
Verbally and electronically communicate with parents and athletes regarding schedules for training, competition, and travel
Attend weekly staff meetings as scheduled by the Head of School, Alpine Program Director, and/or the Dean of Academics
Attend Parent/Staff Conferences
Exude a positive attitude for athlete growth and development
Must attend VARA and USSA meetings/clinics essential to your coaching curriculum
Must stay current with USSA and FIS rules and equipment specifications
Must be available to travel for extended periods of time
Be flexible and adaptable to schedule changes due to weather and Okemo Mountain Operations at a moment's notice
Perform duties associated with advisory groups and cleaning groups
Perform various duties as requested by the Head of School
Supervision:
Coaches report directly to the Alpine Program Director.
Qualifications:
College Degree required.
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Expert level skier
ASEP Coaching Principles, First Aid and CPR required within 1 year of hiring. Coaches level 100 or higher recommended Physical Requirements:
This position requires skiing and may require extended periods of standing, sitting and lifting up to 50lbs.
