QUALIFICATIONS TO BE A SKI TEAM COACH

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Ski Team Coach (Mighty Mite/Shooting Star) qualifications

No prior teaching experience needed although previous instructor/coaching experience is recommended  

Able to ski at an expert level

Enjoy working with kids (ages 4 to 9) age & ability matched groups

Able to work outdoors on the snow for 6-8 hours a day; standing, walking, skiing

Can communicate a passion for the sport and the outdoors

Available to work a minimum of 21 holiday and weekend days during the winter season

Ski Team Coach (Development and Jr Development U10) qualifications

Previous instructor/coaching experience and current membership with USSS/PSIA is recommended

Able to ski at an expert level 

Enjoy working with kids (ages 7 to 13) age & ability-matched groups

Enjoy the sport of competitive ski racing and able to coach athletes for Far West and/or Tahoe League races

Able to work outdoors on the snow for 6-8 hours a day; standing, walking, skiing

Can communicate a passion for the sport of ski racing and the outdoors

Available to work a minimum of 14 holiday and weekend days during the winter season

Ski Team Coach (U12- FIS) at Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows

For any higher-level positions or applicants, please, contact via email at skiteam@squawalpine.com

To apply for other disciplines, please go to the current openings and search open jobs for the coaching role and apply online.

Employee Perks

FREE season pass for team members and their legal dependents* and FREE skiing/riding at the following resorts: Mammoth, Big Bear, Snow Summit, June Mountain, Winter Park, Steamboat, Snowshow, Stratton, Blue Mountain, Crystal Mountain, Deer Valley, and Solitude

FREE dependent passes for full-time employees, $25 dependent passes for part-time employees and $50 dependent passes for on-call employees.* 

FREE lift tickets, plus 50% off vouchers for friends & extended family 

FREE rentals Monday-Thursday. Holidays and weekend blackouts apply. 

FREE bus passes to get to and from work

FREE access for team members to Snow Tubing. Legal dependents receive 50% off. 

Free adult group lessons. Holiday blackouts apply.  

30% off retail at Squaw Alpine owned retail outlets including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more

25-50% off Food & Beverage at all Squaw Alpine owned & operated restaurants. No discounts on alcohol. 

Discounted Wanderlust Yoga Studio classes. 

Discounted bike rental 

Experticity Membership: Tons of name brands available at discounted prices

Hotel & Lodging discounts: Discounted hotel rooms at the Village at Squaw Valley. Does not include tax & resort charge. 

*Restrictions apply. Dependents include spouse, domestic partner, and children under age 26 only. 

Benefits for Full-Time Year-Round Employees

Medical, dental, & vision coverage

Health savings account

401k & Savings plans

Paid time off & sick pay

Employee Housing

Dormitory-style housing is available on a very limited basis for full-time active Squaw | Alpine employees on a first-come/first-serve basis. Onsite employee housing units are located on Squaw Valley premises and within walking distance to the Village. Basic furnishing and supplies are provided, along with access to a laundry machine and wireless internet.

One requirement for living in employee housing is full time employment at Squaw Valley or Alpine Meadows. Once you have secured a job offer letter, please reach out to housing@squawalpine.com

 and we can send you a housing application. Please keep in mind that spaces in housing are limited and not guaranteed to any employee. 

Most of our employees live outside of Employee Housing. Our onsite units are built to be seasonal housing for those new to Squaw | Alpine. The goal is to help new employees get integrated into the Squaw | Alpine community and not meant for long-term solutions. For these reasons, we do recommend that you also look at other housing options as well.

Housing Resources

Finding housing in North Lake Tahoe requires advance planning. We recommend that you exhaust all resources. Below is a non-exclusive list of agencies, individuals and lodging properties that may have temporary/long-term housing available. There is also more information located in the Human Resources office, located at the Olympic Village Lodge at Squaw Valley. 

Craigslist

 (North Tahoe, Truckee, Reno)

*Please be aware of online scams

Housing Connection

 (North Tahoe, Truckee)

Sierra Sun

 (North Tahoe, Truckee)

Tahoe City Inn

(Tahoe City)

Tahoe Real Estate Group

 (North Tahoe)

Hostel Tahoe

 (Kings Beach)

Zillow

 (North Tahoe, Truckee)

Tahoe Vistana Inn

(Tahoe Vista)

Whittell Pointe Apartments

(Reno)

Additionally, please check out and join these Facebook Groups

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Jobs

: This is a good group to join to connect with other employees who have available housing and/or to find housemates

Truckee Tahoe People

: Sometimes members of the community post available rentals here

North Tahoe Renters

: A Facebook group specifically designated for renting to locals. 

Lastly, please ask about our Rental Rewards Program

where local homeowners are incentivized to rent out to our employees. 

Things You Should Know

Distance from Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows to:

Tahoe City 7.7 mi

Sunnyside 9.7 mi

Dollar Point 10.8 mi

Truckee 11.7 mi

Carnelian Bay 11.9 mi

Homewood 13.6 mi

Tahoe Vista 15.6 mi

Tahoma 16 mi

Kings Beach 17 mi

Incline Village 22.4 mi

South Lake Tahoe 37 mi 

Reminders

Deposits

: It is common practice to pay a deposit when moving in.  You will receive the money back at the end of the lease ONLY if the property is in the same condition as the start of the lease. Security deposits will be provided AFTER participants have left for the season. They will assess housing damage before returning any money! Remember: Clean your rental completely before move out or you can be charged. Remove clothing, food and anything else you may have bought during your stay that was not there when you moved in

Rent

: Paid monthly, ranging from $400 to $500 per person to share a bedroom

Utilities

: Landlords may or may not include utilities (water, sewer, heat, trash removal) in the total price of your rent. This is a question you should ask before signing a lease.  It may be your responsibility to sign up for your own utilities.

Internet

: Most landlords will not provide internet service. If you want to set up internet service, you will need to arrange on your own.

Phone Service

: It is your responsibility to establish home phone or landline service. Most individuals use their personal cell phone.  Be aware cell service is not 100% reliable in all locations.

For all questions related to Housing, please email the Housing Coordinator at housing@squawalpine.com

How do I get hired?

Apply online

When a candidate submits an application, it goes directly to the hiring manager for review, and the hiring manager will reach out to qualified candidates 

Summer jobs are typically posted in April

Winter ski jobs are typically posted between July-September

I've applied for a job. How long until I hear from the hiring manager?

Be patient. We receive a lot of applications and it can be difficult to respond to candidates right away. If you don’t hear back immediately, don’t assume that you didn’t get the job, most likely your application just hasn’t been reviewed yet. You can check the status of your application at any time by logging into your profile.

How do I nail my interview?

Make a Good Impression: We are a ski resort…we aren’t expecting a suit and tie (however, bonus points if you do show up in a suit and tie!!) Be on time, be clean, dress and groom well.

Think about your responses: Research common interview questions and think about how you will answer. When you have prepared, it definitely shows.

Promote Yourself: Many of our positions are entry-level. Even if you don’t have a lot of experience, show your potential. We are looking for candidates who are hard-working, willing to learn, can arrive at work on time, fulfill the job requirements, and comply with grooming standards.

Can I get a second job?

Yes. Employees are welcome to seek additional employment.  There are several options within The Village at Squaw Valley, Truckee, CA, and Tahoe City, Ca. We ask that employees work with their managers to make sure a second job does not interfere with their current work schedule.   

What kind of work schedule can I expect?

Work schedules vary by department, but almost every position will require you to work weekends and Holidays. Please communicate any schedule requirements or requests for time off as early as possible or at your time of hire.

Do Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows require a pre-employment drug screen?

No.

What is the grooming and appearance policy?

Creating good memories for our guests involves projecting a positive image. A professional and well-groomed appearance is an essential ingredient to our success. We are here for our guests and it is absolutely necessary to create a safe, warm and welcoming environment at all times. Team Members should dress according to their department uniform guidelines. If a Team Member fails to dress appropriately, the Team Member may be asked to leave for the day or to return home, change into suitable clothing, and report back to work. If you have any questions about the proper attire for your work area, ask your manager.

Men can wear small rings such as class rings and wedding bands are permitted but should not be worn while performing work where they might present a safety hazard. No pins or other articles are allowed on uniforms with the exception of certification pins (P.S.I.A., Far West, Squaw related, etc.). One small earring is allowed.

Hair must be of a natural haircut, neat and tidy at all times. Well-groomed hair is essential. Sideburns must be neatly trimmed and may extend to a half-inch below the ear. Full beards, mustaches, or goatees are permitted if fully grown at the time an individual is hired and cannot be started during the active season (June 1st through October 1st and November 1st through May 15th ). All beards, mustaches, and goatees must be neatly trimmed daily and of a conservative nature. Beards may not extend onto the neck area or more than one-half inch in fullness.

Women must present a neat, natural hairstyle. Long hair may need confinement in areas where it is a health or safety hazard. Jewelry should be worn in moderation. Small rings, wedding bands, bracelets, and earrings (two) are permitted, but should not be worn while performing work where they might present a safety hazard. No pins or other articles are allowed on uniforms with the exception of certification pins (P.S.I.A., Far West, Squaw related, etc.).

Radical hairstyles or colors (bleached OK) do not meet our standards. Exposed body piercing and excessively exposed tattoos are not acceptable on the job with the exception of one small facial stud smaller than 1/16 of an inch with only one end exposed.

Tattoos may be required to be covered depending on the location and content of the tattoo. See your manager for clarification.

Do you provide housing?

No, we do not provide employee housing, however, we do offer housing resources for those relocating to the area. It can be a challenge to find housing in this area so we suggest you research housing options well in advance of moving here.

What kind of perks will I receive?

There are many benefits to working for Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows! You can review a list of  perks & benefits here

 and we will provide you will a full list of perks/benefits upon hire.

How do I get to work? 

We provide free bus passes for all employees for the local transportation (Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit). Click here to view the current bus schedule

. Please keep in mind the schedule may vary depending on the weather.

Driving your own car – there are employee parking lots at both Squaw and Alpine. Contact the Human Resources team at hr@squawalpine.com

for more information

Carpool – Depending on availability, if you carpool with 3 people you can park in the Protect our Winters Parking lot at the front of the village.

Company info

Alpine Meadows
Website : http://www.skialpine.com/