Lake Louise Ski Club
Position: FIS Assistant Coach
Duration of employment: October 15-April 15 with possibility of extra work.
Job Description:
The Lake Louise Ski Club was establish in 1965 and has produce quality ski racers ever since. The FIS program is run year around on and off snow by the FIS Head Coach with dryland and summer ski camps. The majority of the athletes are J1 (15-16) and will be focusing on the Miele Cup circuit in Western Canada for the 2010-2011 ski season.
The LLSC FIS program primary training facility is the Lake Louise Ski Resort but takes advantage of all the surrounding mountains for training opportunities. During the winter season, athletes will be on snow for 2-3 full day training sessions plus 2 night sessions at COP (Calgary).
The successful candidate will have a positive and innovative approach to ski racing and will work well in a team environment. Being based out of Calgary is an asset but not a necessity. Very competitive salary!!!
All interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter (detailing previous racing, coaching and instructing experience) by September 21st 2010 to pierrelucdumoulin@gmail.com
Pierre Luc Dumoulin
LLSC FIS Head Coach
pierrelucdumoulin@gmail.com
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Nakiska Alpine Ski Association - Nancy Greene Coaches 2010-2011 Season
The Nakiska Alpine Ski Association's Skimeisters Alpine Racing Club is recruiting qualified Nancy Greene Ski League coaches for the 2010-2011 season. Our Nancy Greene Introduction and Nancy Greene Development programs train at Nakiska, Sunshine Village and Canada Olympic Park from December to April. Pre-season coaches training is offered in October and November.
Requirements:
- Current CSCF Entry Level and/or CSIA Level 1 certification (or registered for a course this fall)
- Availability to coach full days on Saturdays and Sundays from December to April
- Prior coaching and/or teaching experience is an asset
- Passion for skiing, ski racing and working with kids is a must
We offer competitive wages, season passes and lift tickets as required, a uniform jacket for the season, professional development opportunities with CSCF Coach Mentors and CSIA Course Conductors and a fun and exciting work environment with Western Canada's fastest growing ski racing development system.
For more information on our programs including complete training calendars, please visit our website www.skiNASA.org. To apply, please send your resume and references by email to:
Scott Bailey
Director, Development Level Programs
Nakiska Alpine Ski Association
Phone: (403) 606-5050
Email: sbailey@skiNASA.org
The Nakiska Alpine Ski Association is a partnership of four Calgary-area ski racing clubs that provides a complete development pathway to over 250 athletes aged 4 to 18. We are based at the Nakiska Ski Area, Alpine Canada's official training centre. With a talented team of professional coaches, outstanding facilities and comprehensive training programs, we strive to be recognized as the best ski racing development system in Canada and abroad. We are "Creating Tomorrow's Champions Today!"
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Alberta Alpine - Ski Technician / Assistant Coach Alberta Ski Team Women
Alberta Alpine is accepting applications for the position of Ski Technician / Assistant Coach Alberta Ski Team Women. A good knowledge of ski prep is essential. Experience with timing systems, video equipment, and a strong work ethic are desirable traits.
This is a full time, seasonal position and will be of interest to coaches seeking to gain experience at the Provincial Ski Team level. While CSCF certification is required we would be prepared to assist a motivated individual with strong ski tuning skills attain the necessary coaching qualifications.
Resumes should be sent to Jim Davis, High Performance Director no later than August 21, 2010. A position description is available on request. Resumes submitted in the last 3 months will automatically be considered.
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The Fort McMurray Ski Team is looking for energetic, enthusiastic, level 2 or 3 CSCF coaches for our Alpine program.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator and keen to make the most out of each day.
Our team offers excellent benefits and wages...
• Competitive daily coaching salary
• Co-employment opportunities with ski hill - couples welcome
• Possible year round employment for the right candidate
• Furnished accommodation (including cable TV, hot tub and utilities) at very reasonable monthly rent
• Per diem meal allowance for each race day
• Competitive mileage rates when using personal vehicle to attend races
Please submit your resume in confidence to...
Susan Gallagher
Alpine Director, Fort McMurray Ski Team
lgallagher@telus.net
Cell: (780)799-1855 Home: (780)790-1087
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Sun Peaks Alpine Club
Kamloops, British Columbia
FIS Coach
Sun Peaks Alpine Club is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic FIS Coach to lead club FIS athletes in dryland, on-snow training, and at race events. We require a minimum Level 2 CSCF coaching certification (prefer level 3) and a Class 4 drivers license.
Sun Peaks has great training facilities that include a dedicated race run with man-made snow, a large clubhouse, and a program that will grow over the next few years.
Wages and salary related to experience and qualifications.
Contact Daimion Applegath, President @ dapplegath@telus.net
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Sun Peaks Alpine Club
Kamloops, British Columbia
Head Coach and Program Director
Opportunity for expansion in a growing club. Approx 120 athletes. Programs balanced 90 NGSL : 12 K1 : 12 K2 : 3 - 6 FIS. Looking for experiencend Program director that can mentor our current staff and that has the ability to coach and organize. Wages and salary will be related to experience and qualifications. Seasonal to start and working towards full time over the next year or 2. Please don't apply if you have not done this before.
Contact Daimion Applegath, President @ dapplegath@telus.net
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Title: Canadian Para Alpine Ski Team (CPAST) Head Coach
Reporting structure: CPAST Athletic Director
The Position:
The Canadian Para Alpine Ski Team Head Coach is a coaching position which will provide technical leadership and coaching for the World Cup Team, and integration with the Development Program. The successful candidate, reporting to the Athletic Director, will have extensive coaching / technical qualifications, strong communication and presentation skills, and effective administrative and organizational skills. This position requires extensive traveling during the entire year to attend training camps and competitions.
Qualifications:
§ Minimum 5 years of full time coaching experience at the FIS level. Experience coaching on a provincial or national program is a major asset.
§ Level 3 CSCF and NCCP certification or equivalent and be a member in good standing
§ International travel experience is an asset
§ Must have innovative training approach
§ Must be dedicated to excellence through creative and innovative approaches to skill development.
§ Able to motivate high performance athletes
§ A university background in Physical Education or Kinesiology is an asset
§ Excellent interpersonal and organizational expertise
§ Leadership skills necessary to work within the organization and team structure
Responsibilities:
§ Work with the other coaches to design, implement and monitor an annual training and competition plan for the National Team World Cup and Development Program.
§ Preparing and working within the annual budget
§ Manage athletes' equipment needs and liaise proactively with the equipment representatives.
§ Oversee the maintenance and control of all team equipment.
§ Provide timely and effective communication to athletes and other coaches.
Term: Full-time position
Salary will commensurate experience and qualifications
Applications must be received by Monday May 10th, 2010 at 5pm MST.
To submit your resume or for more information about this position, please contact:
Brianne Law
CPAST Athletic Director
Alpine Canada Alpin
#153-401 9th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1G2
blaw@canski.org
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
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HEAD COACH - Prince George
Head Coach – Prince George Ski Club, Prince George, BC
Are you an energetic individual with a passion for ski racing and looking for an opportunity to hone your leadership skills with a small but prominent ski club?
If so, the Prince George Ski Club is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head Coach for our growing club. In addition to traditional coaching duties we are looking for an individual willing to provide leadership to our other coaches in both the alpine and Nancy Greene programs and playing an active role in assisting a dedicated club executive in maintaining a successful program and growing the club further.
The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 CSCF coaching certification (or be actively pursuing Level 3 certification), relevant experience and superior communication and organizational skills. A Class 4 Drivers License is required.
Salary and contract term will be determined based on experience and qualifications of the individual.
If you have these qualifications along with a desire to help keep our club be the best it can be, then submit in confidence a resume with a covering letter to:
Jim Martin
Via email at jim_martin@telus.net
For further information:
• about our club visit www.alpineski.ca
• about the Prince George area visit http://liveprincegeorge.ca
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Skier Cross and K1 Coaches - FAST Alpine Ski Club
FAST Alpine Ski Club (previously Fortress Ski and Snowboard Club) is soliciting applications immediately for a Ski Cross coach and also a K1 Coach, for the upcoming 2010-2011 season and beyond. If you are a dynamic individual with an established track record in the development and implementation of top quality programs for budding young athletes, we would like to speak with you.
FAST is based in Calgary, Alberta at the edge of Canada's Spectacular Rocky Mountains and has its primary training sites at COP and Nakiska resorts. Our objective is to provide top quality programs for our athletes, in a competitive and fun environment. Wages for our coaches is commensurate with experience and qualifications and we support professional development opportunities.
If this sounds like the kind of club that you wish to grow with, give us a call:
Barry Kwong, Alpine Chair. Phone: 403-240-4170, e-mail:barrykwong76@gmail.com
Paul Connelly, Director. Phone: 403-770-5379, e-mail:connpl@telusplanet.net
Stephanie O'Brien, High Performance Director. Phone: 403-978-6788, e-mail:steph.obrien@shaw.ca
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Vancouver Ski Team
North Vancouver, B.C.
Coaching Opportunity – VST FIS Head and Assistant Coach 2010/2011
The Vancouver Ski Team (VST) is the FIS level alpine racing team formed by athletes from the three North Shore Ski Clubs - Grouse Tyee Ski Club, Cypress Mountain Ski Club and Mount Seymour Ski Club.
The VST program and its leadership are currently going through a very exciting re-organization. There is a new vision from the clubs that support it, positive energy from the parents of the racers and a good drive from the program directors. We see this as a success oriented opportunity for a new head coach to come in and lead the team.
The VST is seeking an experienced individual, with enthusiasm and a passion for skiing and ski racing to take on the role of the Head Coach. The successful candidate will ideally have a solid background in Alpine Racing and will be certified with a minimum CSCF DL status, have recent experience as a FIS club coach or regional program, assistant coach supervisory experience, possess a valid class 4 driver’s license and good driving record. He/she should also be able to operate independently and have strong leadership, organizational, admin and communication skills. A post secondary education in a sport related field is an asset.
The FIS Head Coach is a full-time salaried position reporting to the VST Steering Committee and under the technical direction of the designated Program Director. Remuneration and duration of the contract is commensurate with experience and credentials of the applicant.
The VST FIS Head Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing an annual training plan for approximately 14 racers ages 15 to 17 forecasted to participate in the VST program for 2010/2011.
With the assistance of the new VST Head Coach, we will also be looking to employ an assistant on a salaried base for the winter season. Applications for the VST Assistant Head Coach are also welcome and will be determined once the lead role is assigned.
All interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter (detailing previous racing, coaching and instructing experience together with wage expectations) by August 30th 2010 to the person below. Strong applicants should be able to discuss general J1 FIS program details with confidence.
Sead Causevic
Grouse Tyee Ski Club Program Director
programs@grousetyee.com
604-728-7323
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Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club is one of the longest running ski clubs in Canada located minutes away from Vancouver BC. The ski club has a rich history and currently has the biggest membership base in the province.
The Tyee Club is in the business of developing the physical and ski specific qualities of kids aged 6 thru 14 (Nancy Greene Ski League and Kinder programs).
Since a new program director and management took charge in the summer of 2007, club operations have improved significantly. The Tyee programs have adopted a new direction in training our skiers to be the best in the province. Our membership enjoys a vibrant social atmosphere and offers great support to the programs. The outcome of all of the above improvements are very positive, with member satisfaction, program growth and race results at an all time high.
We are looking to staff our coaching team with individuals who would like to work in a team oriented environment in Tyee’s new programs.
Currently we are looking to employ head & assistant coaches for our Entry and Kinder level programs. With respect to these positions, coaches applying need to have strengths in the following areas:
• Ability to set up fun training environments that promote skill development
• Strong ski demonstration skills
• Ability to teach ski skills in an exciting, enjoyable and productive manner
• Group management and teamwork
• Weekly skill training planning
• Safety and risk management
• Good organizational/administrative skills
• Strong athlete, parent and colleague communication skills
• Passion for athlete and self improvement in fun and competitive settings.
The coaches hired for the winter positions are required to be CSCF trained or certified at the appropriate level. Contact us for more details on the specific opportunities.
Length of employment and compensation will be determined on an individual basis depending on the applicant’s qualifications, experience and commitment.
We will be accepting applications until the end of September 2010.
Interested applicants should contact the program director Sead Causevic at the info below for further employment and application details.
programs@grousetyee.com
(604) 728-7323
