AOA Competitions and Programs Manager

Organization: Alpine Ontario Alpin (AOA)
Title: Competitions and Programs Manager
Type: Full time
Immediate Supervisor: AOA Executive Director 
Location: Collingwood, ON 

Alpine Ontario Alpin (AOA) is the Provincial Sport Organization recognized by Alpine Canada Alpin (ACA), Canadian Snowsports Association, Ontario Winter Games, Canada Winter Games and the Ontario Government. Made up of a dynamic and passionate team of professionals, AOA is responsible for bringing the joy of ski racing to athletes, families, coaches, and clubs – from start gates and podium finishes to careers and community. And we’re on a mission to empower a safe, inclusive, and integrated alpine sport ecosystem, for everyone. 

To learn more about Alpine Ontario, please visit www.alpineontario.ca 

Competitions and Programs Manager (CPM) 

The CPM will report to Alpine Ontario Alpin (AOA)’s Executive Director and is responsible for the execution and administration of AOA Competitions and Programs.  The CPM will liaise with AOA team members, club coaches, athletes, families and key stakeholders on communication, coordination, logistics and programming in regard to the AOA programs and competitions.   

Some of the amazing work you’ll do: 

Provincial Competitions 

• Lead in the development of a fair and competitive schedule for OCUP series racing, and OCUP finals 

• Tracking and publication of OCUP series points 

• Collaborate with age group leads/consultants to assign referee and course setters for OCUP events 

• Ensure the activation of sponsor assets are delivered as per partnership and ministry contracts 

Marquee Event Direction 

• Lead a 2-year planning cycle and bids for U16 Eastern Nationals, Nor-Am’s, Can-Am’s and Ontario Winter Games, OCUP Finals 

• Explore potential new event expansion opportunities, including para-alpine and ski cross  

• Establish event contracts with all major events and support ROC’s pre-, during and post-event to ensure race quality and guidelines are met 

• Contract required technical or race quality control experts for the execution of high-quality events 

• Liaise with other alpine PSO’s and ACA to establish a national calendar that benefits Ontario’s development pathway  

Event Funding 

• Research and apply for provincial funding opportunities in collaboration with Race Organizing Committee’s (ROC’s) and member clubs 

• Partner and explore funding options with municipalities in all regions to support all events across the province 

Alpine Ontario Athletic Committee (AOAC) 

• Act as secretary and/or chair of the AOAC.  Maintain monthly meeting agenda’s, minute taking and governance of the AOAC 

• Upon recommendations of the Alpine Ontario Athletic Committee and Officials Committee, update the provincial competition rules, regulations, divisional rotations, and event quotas for the Ontario event series (eg. OCUP) 

• Lead the execution of special projects and AOA athletics initiatives that help to fulfill our organizational goals 

AOA High Performance Plan – U16HPP, U14HPD 

• Co-lead with HP Director the development and delivery of an annual stakeholder communication plan re: projects, webinars, camps, including locations and key dates  

• Communication, recruitment, and relationship building with member clubs, parents, and athletes; including presentations, webinars, collateral and calendars  

• Coordination and logistics for projects and initiatives, e.g., camp and project travel bookings, managing budget and reporting 

• Collaborate and meet regularly with AOA HP/Athletic Director and AOA U16 representative for planning and coach recruitment 

• Create reports for the AOA website, newsletters (e.g., Raceline), and the Executive Director and/or Board upon request  

High-Performance Teams 

• Execute the athlete and coach selection process for OCUP Finals as well as National and CanAm level competitions. Ie. U16 Eastern Championships, Whistler Cup, U14 CanAms 

• Coordination and logistics for National and CanAm level competitions, e.g., travel bookings, athlete uniforms procurement, managing budget and reporting; attend projects/races as required 

• Administrative and data collection support for OST, ODST, and OPAST teams 

• Manage Athlete Tracking and monitoring systems and data upon request. E.g. Smart-a-base 

• Support the administrative reporting with Ontario High-Performance Sports Institute 

• Support an OPAST recruitment program to ensure a healthy pipeline of para-athletes 

• Work to integrate Para into AOA programming 

Communication 

• Ensure consistent and effective communication and consultation with all stakeholders and partners 

Human Resource Management 

• Hire and supervise event activation staff  

• Ensure contracts are in place for AOA project coaches 

Working Conditions 

• Full Time position consisting of mostly office-based work at the AOA offices in Collingwood, ON. 

• Events require time working outdoors in winter conditions and weekend work during marquee events. 

• Requires lifting and moving event materials, and walking on snow. 

• Some overtime required during peak periods to be taken as time in lieu as scheduling permits through the summer months.

Who you are: 

• Ability to understand, write, and speak in professional contexts 

• You thrive in working in a collaborative environment, bringing energy and passion 

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, achieve deadlines, and prioritize 

• Demonstrated ability in project management, planning, and execution of events 

• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability in building and maintaining relationships 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel 

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays 

• Position involves some provincial travel through the winter season. 

• Understanding of Long-Term Athlete Development model and Canadian Sports System

To apply for this position, please submit your resume to pbiggs@alpineontario.ca.  Note that only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Thank you very much for your interest in working at Alpine Ontario. We look forward to meeting you! 

Alpine Ontario is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment within an exciting and challenging work environment.