Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Ski bei Westminster University

Westminster University
Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Ski

Position type: Part-Time Not Benefited

About the Role:

The Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Ski is a part-time hourly position which reports to the Head Coach Ski. This role supports the overall coaching, training, and administrative management of Westminster University’s NCAA Ski program. The Assistant Coach plays an important role in developing student-athletes, assisting with team operations, and contributing to the program’s competitive success. 

Westminster University is a proud member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA II) and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrate record of success in coaching and recruiting student athletes at the collegiate level 
• Ability to work independently
• Strong leadership, motivational and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and public relation communication skills
• Ability to create a positive atmosphere conducive to learning
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with high standards and goals  
• Commitment to high academic and professional standards

The assistant coach must be knowledgeable and experienced with collegiate ski racing. The applicant must be able to perform duties on and off the hill. The ability to set courses, carry bundles of gates exceeding 50 lbs. while skiing downhill and riding on chairlifts, shooting, posting and analyzing video are required. The assistant coach must be a certified level 1 U.S. Ski and Snowboard coach with knowledge of the latest skiing techniques. Driver Certification required. Ability to drive to and from the training hill and races.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach with the recruitment and retention of qualified student athletes.
• General knowledge of intercollegiate athletics and experience in ski.
• Assist the Head Coach, Ski with administrative tasks as assigned.
• Organize and supervise practices and help plan team schedule and travel as assigned.
• Assist with the inventory and maintenance of apparel and equipment.
• Compliance with institutional, conference and national governing regulations.
• Required to provide and/or secure and maintain CPR, AED and First Aid Certification.
• Assist with fundraising and outreach efforts for program.
• Commitment to welfare and development of student athletes within the NCAA II philosophy.
• Work closely with other staff to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the college learning environment and support the academic success of student-athletes.
• Perform all responsibilities with the highest ethical standards consistent with the Universities mission, vision and values which include diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Operational Requirements: Schedule outside normal business hours throughout the year. This position will require some irregular work schedule including days, nights, weekends and travel some. 

WestminsterUniversity is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, andnondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form ofdiscrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion,national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification,disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other categoryor classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws.