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Age Class (8 - U14) 2026/27 Weekend Coach (Daily Rate, Seasonal)

Position Overview

Loveland Ski Club is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Age Class (U10-U14) Weekend Coach to join our team on a seasonal, daily-rate basis. This role involves coaching young athletes aged 8-13 during weekend sessions, focusing on skill development, technique refinement, and fostering a love for alpine skiing.

Key Responsibilities

• Athlete Coaching: Develop and implement training plans that cater to the U10-U14 age group's abilities and goals, emphasizing both fundamental skills and advanced techniques.

• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to athletes, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.

• Competition Preparation: Assist athletes in preparing for and participating in local and regional competitions, including race-day coaching and strategy development.

• Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with athletes, parents, and fellow coaches regarding progress, schedules, and expectations.

• Safety Assurance: Ensure all training activities adhere to safety protocols, creating a secure environment for all participants.

Qualifications

• Skiing Proficiency: Advanced skiing skills with a strong understanding of alpine racing techniques and tactics.

• Certifications: Relevant coaching certifications (e.g., USSS) are preferred, or the ability to gain certification as a USSS Level 100 Alpine coach upon hire. Safesport, Heads Up Concussion Training, Background Check, First Aid and CPR Training are required for all coaching staff.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and motivational abilities, with a passion for working with young athletes.

• Availability: Commitment to weekend sessions (Friday 1-4pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am-4pm) throughout the ski season (November 1st - April 15th), with flexibility for occasional additional events or meetings.

Daily DOE range is $155-$205. A typical work day is 7-9 hours.

If you're passionate about coaching youth athletes and eager to contribute to their growth in alpine skiing, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to jobs@lovelandskiclub.com.Include "Age Class Coach" in the subject line.

Not sure which position is right for you? Send us an email and we’re happy to discuss.

Note: This position is based in Loveland Valley, Colorado. Candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation and are preparedfor high-altitude working conditions.

YSL (Youth Ski League) & Development Team Coach (Daily Rate, Seasonal)

Position Overview

Loveland Ski Club is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Youth Ski League (YSL) & Development Team Coaches to join our team on a seasonal, daily-rate basis. This role involves coaching young athletes, ranging from beginners to intermediate skiers, focusing on foundational skill development, fostering a love for the sport, and promoting a fun and safe learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction and Coaching: Develop and implement age-appropriate training sessions that emphasize fundamental skiing techniques, safety, and enjoyment.

• Athlete Development: Monitor and assess athletes' progress, providing constructive feedback and individualized support to encourage continuous improvement.

• Parental Communication: Maintain open and positive communication with parents, updating them on their child's progress, upcoming events, and any program changes.

• Safety and Supervision: Ensure all activities adhere to safety guidelines, supervising athletes during training sessions and events to maintain a secure environment.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow coaches and program directors to align training objectives and share best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience coaching or instructing young skiers is preferred, but a strong passion for working with children and skiing is essential.

• Skiing Ability: Proficient skiing skills with a solid understanding of fundamental techniques and the ability to demonstrate them effectively.

• Certifications: Relevant coaching certifications (e.g., USSS) are preferred, or the ability to gain certification as a USSS Level 100 Alpine coach upon hire. Safesport, Heads Up Concussion Training, Background Check, First Aid and CPR Training are required for all coaching staff. 

• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and motivate young athletes and communicate effectively with parents and staff.

• Availability: Commitment to weekend sessions and occasional holidays throughout the ski season.

​​Application Process

If you're enthusiastic about coaching young athletes and eager to contribute to their growth in skiing, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to jobs@lovelandskiclub.com.Please include "YSL and D-Team Coach" in the subject line.

Not sure which position is right for you? Send us an email and we’re happy to discuss.

Daily DOE range is $155-$185. A typical work day is 7-8 hours.

Note: This position is based in Loveland Valley, Colorado. Candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation and are prepared for high-altitude working conditions.

Competition & Venue Crew (Seasonal, Part-Time)​

Position Overview

Assist in all aspects of lane training, race hosting, and maintaining training/racing venues from an operational perspective.  Ensure safe training and racing venues through adequate protection with B-Net, etc. We also provide support for select events with on-hill components hosted by Loveland Ski Area.

Requirements:  Previous ski racing or ski race venue experience is helpful.  A willingness to learn is even more so. Must be able to carry 50 pounds on skis. Ski confidently on all terrain in all types of weather.

Essential Functions:  

• Help maintain various training venues throughout the year

• Help maintain safe execution of homologation safety codes of various training venues

• Ensure B-Net is properly set/maintained to ensure the safety of athletes

• Help coaches as needed with course setting and maintenance

• Assist in various capacities at races and other on hill events hosted by Loveland Ski Club and Loveland Ski Area

• Must be responsible and on-time

Work Environment:

• Long hours in the outdoors during all weather conditions

• Irregular work schedule during on-snow training times

• Weekend, mid week and evening work options exist throughout the season

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Experience setting B-net and other venue safety requirements (Preferred)

• Strong ski skills and ability to carry 50lbs on skis (REQUIRED)

• Current USSS coach or official license, Safesport, Background Check, CPR, First Aid (REQUIRED)

• Increased pay for those with current RMSRO certifications which add to our ability to staff home races

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and motivational abilities, with a passion for working with guest teams, mountain operations and management, ski patrol and LSC leadership.

Availability:  Commitment to part-time work (20-30 hours per week) throughout the ski season (Nov 1 - May 3), with flexibility for occasional additional events or meetings.  This position is extremely FLEXIBLE. Open to hiring 1-3 people to fill the time commitment. If you can only commit to one day a week, please reach out!

Application Process​

If you're passionate about working outside in a winter mountain environment and contributing to the growth and safety of athletes of all ages in competitive alpine skiing, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to jobs@lovelandskiclub.com.  Reference "Competition and Venue Crew" in your subject line.

Part-time (up to 20-30hrs/week)

Hourly Pay Range is $20-$23/hr. A typical work day is flexible, up to 8-10 hours. Early mornings are a must for November Fall Lane Training, as well as races and events from December to early April.

Note: This position is based in Loveland Valley (Loveland Ski Area), Colorado. Candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation and are prepared for high-altitude working conditions.

Job Description

Loveland Ski Club (LSC) is seeking an experienced, passionate, and athlete-centered Big Mountain Coach to help foster and grow one of Colorado’s premier youth freeride programs.

Located at 10,800 feet in the Colorado Rockies, Loveland Ski Club provides one of the longest and most consistent training seasons in the country. In partnership with Loveland Ski Area, LSC offers athletes access to exceptional all-mountain terrain, steep skiing, hike-to terrain, moguls, variable snow conditions, and a vibrant freeride culture rooted in skill development, mountain awareness, and athlete progression.

The Big Mountain Coach will work closely with the lead Big Mountain Coach to deliver high-level freeride coaching for youth athletes in both competitive and non-competitive pathways.

This position is ideal for a coach who is deeply passionate about skiing, athlete development, mountain culture, and building confident, technically proficient skiers both in and outside of competition environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead Big Mountain coach with on-snow training sessions for Big Mountain athletes in IFSA competition and freeride development programs

• Develop athletes’ technical skiing skills across all terrain and snow conditions

• Foster a positive, challenging, inclusive, and athlete-centered team environment

• Support athlete preparation for IFSA and other competitions

• Travel and coach at designated competitions and training camps as needed

• Assist with seasonal training plans and athlete evaluations

• Promote mountain safety, avalanche awareness, and sound decision-making

• Communicate professionally with athletes, parents, and staff

• Collaborate with lead Big Mountain Coach to maintain consistent standards and progression pathways

• Serve as a visible leader who reflects the values and culture of Loveland Ski Club

 Position Structure & Schedule

• Approximately 1 day per week

• Primary on-snow coaching day is Saturday, potentially additional Sundays if desired

• Typical season runs from mid-December through mid-April

Qualifications

• Strong expert-level skiing ability in steep and variable terrain

• Previous freeride / big mountain coaching experience 

• IFSA competition experience and/or coaching background strongly preferred

• Experience working with youth athletes 

• Ability to coach both foundational and advanced freeride skills

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Passion for long-term athlete development and mentorship

• Current or willingness to obtain:

  • CPR/First Aid certification

  • SafeSport certification

  • Background check clearance

• Avalanche education or backcountry experience preferred

• US Ski & Snowboard or IFSA coaching certification preferred

Compensation

• Big Mountain Coach position: approximately $175–$225/day

• Compensation will depend on qualification, experience and certifications.

 Application Process

Please submit resume with relevant certifications, a brief cover letter outlining coaching and skiing background as well as references to: jobs@lovelandskiclub.com 

Note: This position is based in Loveland Valley, Colorado. Candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation and are prepared for high-altitude working conditions.