Alpine Ski Coach/Outdoor Recreation

Job Title: Alpine Ski Coach/Outdoor Recreation

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Athletics

Title of Manager/Supervisor: Assistant Athletic Director

Number of Employees Reporting to this Position: 1

Range: $40,000- $43,000 based on experience plus housing

Position Summary: A successful Alpine Ski Coach will provide effective leadership in each of the following areas in relation to their sport: recruiting, teaching/coaching, counseling, marketing, alumni relations, fund raising, and sport administration. It will be necessary to prioritize and balance these activities in a manner that best promotes and advances their sport within all Clarkson University, USCSA and NCAA rules and regulations. The Alpine Ski coach will also be the caretaker of the Outdoor Lodge and is the main contact for our Outdoor Recreation programs. This is a 10 month position that requires the applicant to reside on campus due to job duties, housing will be provided.

General Purpose: To recruit and teach successful student athletes in the sport of Alpine Skiing that will promote and demonstrate the mission and goals of Clarkson University. Coordinate and be a liaison for Outdoor Recreation activities at the University.

Position Responsibilities:

• Promote the mission and goals of Clarkson University, the athletic department, the USCSA, NCAA and outdoor recreation.
• Recruit quality student-athletes who will fit the academic and athletic profile for Clarkson University
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes and decide whether they are potential members of the Clarkson University Alpine Ski Team.
• Determine a recruiting plan for each academic year to evaluate and recruit student-athletes to Clarkson University
• Effectively develop a teaching/coaching plan that best utilizes the strengths (individual and collective) of the Alpine Ski Team
• Develop training and race preparation plans
• Assist student-athletes with their academic progress by implementing study halls and coordinating with the Student Success Center
• Work with the athletic administration to develop appropriate non-conference and conference schedules
• Develop a positive image for the alpine ski program through various media outlets
• Work with the compliance coordinator to ensure program compliance with all NCAA, league and University rules and regulations
• Hire, instruct, and evaluate appropriate support staff (assistant coaches, student managers, volunteer coaches)
• Develop and promote community activities including but not limited to summer camps, leagues, or community service activities
• Promote the success of the program, department, and university as a primary contact for interested alumni
• Effectively manage and balance the alpine ski budget annually
• Establish all travel itineraries to away intercollegiate contests
• All other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified

Essential Skills: Tactical and technical expertise in the sport of alpine skiing; excellent communication skills; ability to multi-task; must be able to problem solve, suggest and implement solutions.

Education:
Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor Degree

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s in related field

Experience:

Minimal Qualifications: Previous Collegiate Alpine Ski experience. Demonstrated commitment to furthering the goals and objectives of both, the University and the Athletics Department. Ability to successfully recruit quality student athletes, understanding the role of the student athlete in a competitive academic/athletic environment, and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a variety of constituency groups. Knowledge of the NCAA Division III rules and the USCSA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications: At least two years as a collegiate ski coach.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).