Director of PE Snowsports School/Lead PE Instructor

Dartmouth College

remote work

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Sep 23, 2025

Position Information

Posting date	09/23/2025
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	0557400
Position Title	Director of PE Snowsports School/Lead PE Instructor
Hiring Range Minimum	Please Inquire.
Hiring Range Maximum	Please Inquire.
Union Type	Not a Union Position
SEIU Level	Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status	Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule
Location of Position	Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?	Onsite only
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	The Dartmouth PE Snowsports school is a distinctly Dartmouth flagship program that introduces more than 300 students annually to outdoor winter sports. This position directs all facets of the Physical Education Snowsports School including the training and certification of student and part-time instructor for alpine skiing and snowboarding, the management of the PE Snowsports school class schedule and class offerings, the management of the PE Snowsport school's equipment rental program and inventory and serve as a lead PE Class Instructor in the Snowsports off-season.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	Bachelor's degree; and/or the equivalent experience in Recreation or a related field. Minimum of 3 years' experience in skiing and snowboarding instructional programs; or the equivalent. Level I PISA Alpine Certification and/or Level I AASI Snowboard Certification Following certifications are required within one year of assuming the position: American Red Cross: Adult, Infant, and Child CPR; PSIA/AASI Level II; Marker Certified Binding Technician (or other similar equipment/binding technical certification. Ability to instruct one "life-long" sports (Golf, Tennis, Pickleball, Flyfishing, Sailing etc.)
Preferred Qualifications	5+ years of being a commercial ski or snowboard instructor Previous experience serving as a director/leader of a ski or snowboard school or program Previous experience working in a retail ski shop with equipment fitting, equipment rentals, binding fitting, equipment maintenance and equipment service. Ability to instruct two or more "life-long" sports (Golf, Tennis, Pickleball, Flyfishing, Sailing etc.)
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	J.B. Weber
Department Contact Phone Number	j.b.weber@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	J.B. Weber, Senior Associate Athletics Director for Regulatory Affairs and Recreation
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions	Please include references and any licensures/certifications under Additional documents.
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83058

Key Accountabilities

Description

PE Snowsports School Program

Develop an instructional program consistent with PSIA/AASI standards for approximately 300-500 students.
Hire, train, and supervise approximately 40 Ski and Snowboard instructors (both part-time and student).
Develop a comprehensive instructor training program with both classroom and on snow instruction that leads new instructors to be prepared to take the PISA/AASI Level I Exam within two seasons of employment.
Prepare and manage budget for PE Snowsports School.
Maintain payroll records for PE Snowsports School.
Determine class size and program content for each instructional level.
Organize and manage PE Snowsports School class schedule, registration process and regular transportation to and from Dartmouth Skiway and/or Whaleback Mountain.
Monitor instructional activities to ensure quality of instruction, adherence to safety requirements, and attainment of program objectives.
Coordinate with Dartmouth Skiway and Whaleback Mountain management concerning safety issues, trail usage, and need for new programming and facilities.
Provides emergency assistance as required.

Percentage Of Time

50%

Description

PE Snowsports Equipment Rental Program

Manage inventory on hand and establish rental Equipment needs.
Administer rental agreements; organize, fit, adjust, tune, and issue equipment rentals.
Organize registration equipment fitting events.
Organize rental returns.
Store, maintain and repair equipment in the off-season
Maintain paperwork for billing risk management, institution liability, and loss control.
Coordinate obtaining helmets, goggles and other necessary equipment for students with vendors.
Asses, at season's end, the need for additional equipment purchases for the next season.

Percentage Of Time

25%

Description	PE Instruction/Recreation Support Teach at least 2 PE courses each Fall, Spring and Summer term, to be determined in concert with the Sr. Associate AD for Reg Affairs and Recreation. Support the Intramural Sports Program as an event and program administrator in the summer term and as needed in the spring and fall terms. Other Duties as assigned to support the needs of the Recreation unit.
Percentage Of Time	25

--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned