Executive Director

About Loveland Ski Club Loveland Ski Club (LSC) operates at 10,800 feet in the Colorado Rockies and offers one of the longest and most consistent ski training seasons in the country. In partnership with Loveland Ski Area, LSC delivers alpine and all-mountain programs grounded in skill development, safety, professionalism, and a strong athlete experience across all levels. Job Overview The Executive Director is a full-time, year-round leadership role responsible for the operational execution of Loveland Ski Club's programs, people, and day-to-day delivery. This role leads coaching leadership, operations staff, and office administrative staff, ensuring programs are consistently and professionally executed across teams and disciplines. The Executive Director is a visible, on-mountain leader who supports daily operations while maintaining clear role ownership across staff. This role remains engaged in day-to-day program delivery and problem-solving, while ensuring communication, logistics, and athlete support are appropriately covered, with issues escalated as needed. This role also requires strong community engagement seeking industry partners as well as local sponsors to ensure future club growth. The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Own daily program execution and on-mountain operations across all teams. Support real-time operational needs while reinforcing clear ownership and accountability. Serve as an escalation point for operational issues when appropriate. Secure sponsors for the betterment of LSC programs and athletes. Staff Leadership & Development Hire, onboard, lead, and evaluate full-time and seasonal staff. Establish expectations for professionalism, safety, and athlete experience. Ensure compliance with SafeSport, coaching certification, and training requirements. Mountain Operations & Events Oversee training schedules, venue access, lane usage, equipment needs, and fall training operations in coordination with Loveland Ski Area. Oversee lane training operations for visiting teams, including scheduling, staffing, safety, and on-hill coordination during fall and select winter/spring periods. Ensure effective delivery of LSC-hosted races and events, including staffing, safety plans, and compliance with US Ski & Snowboard and Rocky Mountain Division requirements. Provide visibility to the ski community of the events and happenings within LSC. Risk, Compliance & Safety Ensure execution of safety protocols, communications plans, incident reporting, and weather-related adjustments. Maintain compliance with LSC policies, SafeSport, and governing-body requirements. Stakeholders & Administration Support clear, consistent communication with parents and members through appropriate staff channels. Serve as a senior club representative with Loveland Ski Area, partners, sponsors, and donors as needed. Partner with the Board and Finance Committee on budgeting and operational updates. Requirements 5+ years of leadership experience in leading a non-profit organization, familiarity with ski racing or alpine/all-mountain or similar youth athlete development programs. Demonstrated success leading people and managing operations in dynamic environments. Strong judgment, clear communication skills, and comfort leading on-mountain teams. US Ski & Snowboard certification preferred; SafeSport and CPR/First Aid required or obtainable. Work Location & Schedule On-site role based at Loveland Ski Area and LSC facilities. Early mornings, weekends, holidays, and schedule flexibility required during training, races, and peak periods. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Zack Lehman, President at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com.

Loveland Ski Club Executive Director Opportunity Statement Link:

https://bit.ly/lovelandskiclub-ed .

Pay:

$95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person