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Overview The Director of the Sugarloaf Competition Center plays a pivotal role in developing and managingall on-snow competitions within the resort. This position encompasses planning, organizing, and executing competitions and races, ensuring these events align with the resort's strategic goals. The Director will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including athletes, coaches, and operational staff to create an engaging and efficient competitive environment. This position requires strong leadership skills, an understanding of competitive racing, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional experiences for competitorsand spectators alike. The Director must be adaptable and able to thrive in afast-pacedenvironment, working at times on snow and in office settings, ensuring that all competitions foster a positive and professional atmosphere and successful competition department. This position reports to the VP of Mountain Operations. Responsibilities Planning and Coordination Create, coordinate, and deliver an engaging calendar of competitions. Collaborate with the On Hill Competition Crew team to ensure seamless operational readiness. Ensure all competitions are compliant with relevant regulations and standards. Work with Eastern Region (USSS), Eastern Freestyle, IFSA, USASA, and US Ski and Snowboard Events Team. Renew club memberships and uphold trail homologations. Set up releases, schedule site agreements, negotiate site use competition contract agreements, keep up with timing trainings and chief of race/chief of courses certification for self and team. TeamManagement Oversee the Competition Center Race Administrator and On Hill Competition Crew, ensuring the department is effectively staffed and equipped to meet the demands of competitions. Recruit, train, and manage officials and volunteers necessary for successful competition execution. Hire with the goal of building a diverse team with in-depth education and certification. Record Keeping and Reporting Maintaincomprehensive records of all competitions, including results, participant data, and logistical details. Analyze competition outcomes and feedback toidentifyareas of improvement for future events. Complete all post-event paperwork, including injury reports, jury minutes,submitrace and freestyle results. Coordinate with contractors about payment and onsite needs for them, including TDs, timers, and judges. Strategic Development Align competition offerings with the resort's overall strategic goals andobjectives. Explore opportunities for growth and enhancement of competitive programs, including partnerships with local and national organizations. Plan and execute budgets for the competition department. Collaboration and Communication Foster strong relationships with local and national governing bodies to stay updated on competition guidelines and opportunities. Communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and officials to ensure clarity on competition details and requirements. Set up and run Team Captainmeetings. Coordinate and manage all hill space. Collaborate with the resort departments todetermineneeds for each competition or race team at the resort. Work with the competition on-hill manager, patrol, lifts, and various departments. Communicate with coaches, parents, and athletes. Other duties as assigned by manager. Qualifications The ideal fit for this role will: have experience or education in Sports Management, Event Management, Recreation Management, or in a related field. have proven experience in competition and race, preferably within a ski resort or similar environment. hold a USSS membership and officials' certification. Previoussupervisory experience is preferred Sugarloaf Team Member Benefits include : Exclusive complimentary lift pass for skiing and/or riding for yourself and family (valid at all Boyne Resorts) Discounts at resort F&B and retail locations Discounted ski/snowboard lessons and rentals Access to Nordic trails and equipment rentals at the Outdoor Center Discounted passes at many other partner resorts Eligibility for end of season bonus Team Members may also be eligible to earn up to 40 hours of paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation

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