Head FreeSki Coach - Winter Season (Full-Time) at Altera

Winter Park, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Ski Resort, Winter SportsIndustries

Requirements

Experience in advanced skiing technique, freeski coaching, and competition (implied by role managing advanced programs)
Ability to recruit, organize, manage, schedule, train, and evaluate coaching and administrative staff
Leadership skills for daily training and program management
Strong communication skills with parents, athletes, and staff
Knowledge of technical teaching progressions, methodologies, and content for freeski training
High standards for safety in training environments
Proficiency in video analysis and conducting sessions
Capability to coordinate team travel, supervision, transportation, lodging, and on-hill coaching at competitions
Skills in athlete goal setting, feedback, and evaluations
Ability to plan on-snow, off-snow, and dry land camps
Maintenance of facilities and equipment
Friendly, congenial attitude and enforcement of code-of-conduct

Responsibilities

Recruit, organize, and manage program coaching staff including scheduling, performance planning, and evaluation
Assist in hiring, training, and managing alpine administration staff within budget
Provide leadership for daily training of program participants
Communicate effectively with parents and athletes
Prepare and implement technical teaching progressions, methodologies, and content for daily training in conjunction with Program Senior Manager/Director
Ensure high safety standards in all training environments
Maintain and store facilities and equipment properly
Conduct video analysis sessions with participants regularly
Hold athlete goal setting meetings at start of year, review throughout season, and at end of season
Coordinate team travel to local, regional, and national competitions, including supervision, transportation, lodging, and on-hill coaching
Provide daily positive feedback and submit mid-season and year-end written evaluations
Assist athletes and families in obtaining equipment from manufacturers
Participate in coaches meetings, briefings, and professional functions as directed
Provide regular feedback and evaluation to freeride coaching staff
Plan spring, summer, and fall on/off-snow camps and dry land activities with Senior Manager/Director and Sports Performance Manager
Maintain friendly attitude, report unsafe conditions, attend weekly director meetings, enforce code-of-conduct, and address breaches

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Freeski CoachingFreestyle SkiingPark and PipeSki CompetitionStaff ManagementStaff SchedulingPerformance EvaluationTraining Program DesignAdvanced Ski TechniquesCoaching Recruitment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for the Head FreeSki Coach position?

The hourly pay range is $23.21 - $33.42, with actual pay varying based on factors like experience, education, and responsibilities.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include a free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts, discounted tickets, medical/dental/vision/life/paid parental leave for eligible employees, 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%, mental health resources, food/beverage/retail discounts, onsite childcare, and discounted equipment rentals.

Is this position remote or on-site, and where is it located?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and responsibilities are required for the Head FreeSki Coach?

Key responsibilities include managing coaching staff, designing training plans, leading daily training, video analysis, athlete goal setting, coordinating competitions, and ensuring safety.

What makes a strong candidate for this Head FreeSki Coach role?

Strong candidates will have advanced skiing expertise, leadership in managing staff and programs, experience in competition coaching, safety focus, and skills in athlete development through goal setting and video analysis.

Altera

Develops digital human agents for AI

About Altera

Altera develops digital human agents that mimic human traits like empathy, friendship, and fun. Their primary product allows users to interact with an AI agent while playing Minecraft, creating a friendly and engaging experience. Altera's agents are designed to be interoperable and capable of long-term autonomy, making them suitable for both individual users and businesses. Unlike many competitors, Altera focuses on advancing research and scaling technology to deliver unique, human-like AI products. The company's goal is to redefine AI agents, enhancing their versatility and human-like qualities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2023Year Founded

$10.7MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Consumer Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees