Technical Instructor Jobs in Vermont (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY
The Race Program will have alpine race coaching responsibilities in Jay Peak’s Mid-week Race Program which runs primarily December - January. This will include coaching athletes in the program and assisting with various aspects of races and events.
** Additional opportunities can be discussed upon interview.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Coaching athletes (youth and adults) in the Jay Peak mid-week race training program. 
• Set up and maintain alpine training courses (SL and GS).
• Assists with setup of races and events.
• Manage and maintain race equipment.
• Coordinates with Race Program Director on safety and terrain preparations.
• Other duties as assigned, which could be directly related, or unrelated to the original position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Based on a candidate’s qualifications, there may be supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Race Coach – Alpine racing experience at a minimum collegiate level. Club racing/coaching experience. Minimum USSA Level 200 alpine coaching certification.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Basic computer skills are needed to utilize the scheduling and attendance systems.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS USSA and PSIA
USSA and PSIA Certification are preferred.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to this position. Must be able to interact cooperatively with all other resort departments.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
You must have your own ski/ride equipment including helmet (which we can help with) and a minimum of 24 days commitment for the season. Instructors will need to complete on-snow and off-snow training at the start of the season. Instructors must be 18 years of age or older, possess a passionate, positive attitude; support the mission of the resort and follow the company’s policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly move and/or lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. WORK
ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions, working in high or precarious places and outdoor weather conditions. The work environment for this position is usually moderate.
RESORT CONDITIONS
This is a Winter Resort Area. It requires that work venues are varied, and in many cases include steep stairways, multilevel buildings and outdoor work areas, subject to very cold, sometimes wet or very sunny work sites. Some facilities are located at the base area and some are semi-remote and can only be reached by traveling via chair lift(s), skis or snowboards. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper footwear is a must, indoors and out. Work days and hours, as well as the number of hours will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.

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WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?

We’re a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We’re rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We’re a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It’s not for everyone but we’re not looking for everyone-we’re looking for you.

IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Wages ranging from $19.50 - $30.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
• Paid Sick Time
• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
• FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
• Seasonal employee parties
• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here

Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.

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