Assistant Coach for Men’s & Women’s Alpine Ski

Canton, New York, St. Lawrence University is now accepting applications for a men’s and women’s assistant alpine ski coach. This is a full-time, 9-month, position.

The assistant coach will be responsible for the following:

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide elite on-site instruction and coaching in races and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices

Provide support to student athletes competing at the upper level of collegiate skiing.

Communicate strategies to develop a race-ready mindset

Prepare film breakdown and analysis, and present analysis to team members

Plan and prepare for races

Contribute to strength and conditioning program, including one-on-one strength and conditioning work with student athletes

Provide support and encouragement to student athletes, including academic counseling and advising

Monitor academic progress of athletes

Recruit and retain highly talented athletes successfully, Research academic and athletic credentials

Build relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone and one-on-one meetings

Organize and implement recruit visits

Understand NCAA rules, compliance, and laws

Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes

Serve as an effective role model for college-age students

Assist with day-to-day operations of the alpine ski program

Provide effective communication to head coach

Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members

Assist with the coordination of team travel

Attend and participate in department trainings pertaining to diversity, equity and inclusion

Position will have a secondary assignment within the department before the official start of the season and at the completion of carnival season. Assignments such as game management, ticket operations, or additional duties as assigned.

$43,844 - $52,000 annual salary. Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications and other factors permitted by law.

Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.stlawu.edu uploading all required materials which are defined in the “special instructions to applicant” section. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check. Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

Previous experience coaching and or/competing at the collegiate level is highly desirable

Committed to the values of a liberal arts education

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering a quality student-athlete experience.

Must be organized, take initiative, and utilize strong time management skills

Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Valid driver’s license required and must meet the University’s Driver Safety Policy requirements

Ability to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting in and out of state

Strong positive communication and interpersonal skills with all levels

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to excel as a member of a diverse community

KEY RELATIONSHIPS: This position has significant interaction with high school and college student athletes and their families, as well as coaches and administrators.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Operates on snow, mountains, grass, turf, courts, gymnasium, and training rooms.

Generally open office and campus environment.

Position involves both sitting, movement, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds in coaching and training situations.

Frequent travel and early morning/evening/weekend work is required