Ski/Snowboard Instructor NF-02

This position is located at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, Fort McCoy, WI, and is one of only three ski hills operated by the Army.

Duties

• Instructs groups and individuals in daily and weekly ski programs, using a variety of teaching methods to effectively communicate to students who have a wide range of abilities and backgrounds. Teaches children as well as adults.
• Ensures proper safety procedures are followed at all times and that students learn in a safe environment. Responsible for ticket handling from groups of students and must maintain good internal control practices to keep track of tickets.
• Assists with program registration, equipment issue, ski lift, and cleaning duties. Reports any problems to the Manager as soon as possible in order to maintain high quality service to the guest.
• May be involved in designing, building and maintaining the snowboarding course, by building jumps and installing rails using hand tools. Works with the maintenance crew by coordinating the work to be done, ensures the course is safe for customers.
• Ensures that proper safety procedures are followed at all times by customers and employees on the course. Must always maintain a positive attitude around and towards guests in order to project a positive image for Ski Area and all MWR programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 
Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position to include an annual health screening will be required throughout employment.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Must have or be able to obtain current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED training certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age by date of appointment in order to comply with state/local law.
• Appointment is subject to completion of a favorable background check/investigation Childcare National Agency Check (CNACI) to determine suitability for this position. All local background checks will be re-verified every 5 years.
• Driver’s license will be required if operating government vehicles.
• Ability to work rotating shifts of weekdays, weekends, nights and holidays. Must be able to work outdoors in cold, wind, snow, rain, etc.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

• Must be an advanced skier/snowboarder with the ability to teach others.
• Must have or be able to obtain current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED training certification within 6 months of hire.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

• Possess a minimum of six months ski and/or snowboarding experience.

Please apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/847224200

If you need assistance or have any questions with the application process, please contact our office at (502) 898-4333.