The USCSA needs YOU!
The USCSA is an organization that is driven to support our student athletes in the best way possible. Upholding our Mission Statement is critical to the ongoing success of the organization into the future.

If you've had a wonderful experience with the USCSA, now is your chance to give back. We are constantly looking at cultivating new leadership and we often need some of the very skill-sets that our members have been pursuing academically, while they are also competing at a very high level.

There are many opportunities to get involved in the USCSA as a volunteer. Check out the opportunities listed below and reach out to the National Office if you have any questions. Thank you to all of our volunteers!

Ways to Get Involved
  • USCSA Committee Involvement: Learn more about USCSA's various committees here and reach out to the National Office if you are interested in getting involved!
  • National Championships Support: updated information will be posted here as it becomes available.
  • USCSA Student Representatives: learn more here.
  • ​Local Conference Support: Reach out to your local Conference Coordinator to inquire about ways to get involved.​
  • Alpine Forerunning: Forerunners are selected by the Conference or Division Coordinator and coordinated through race event staff. All forerunners must register with USCSA. Click here to learn more about the registration process and register as a forerunner.
  • ​Officiating: The USCSA is always interested in Officials who can contribute their sport-specific expertise to event operations. Please reach out to the National Office if you'd like to learn more!

Conference Coordinator: Northern California
We are searching for a new Conference Coordinator for the Northern California Conference. Please let us know if you are interested! Below are some details about what the role entails:

USCSA Bylaws section 2.4.8 Conference coordinators duties include but are not limited to: upholding the tenets of the USCSA Mission Statement, representing the USCSA at a local level, registration, and adherence to the standard operating procedures for Conference Coordinators, fiscal responsibility and reporting, upholding USCSA rules, upholding eligibility requirements, and the USCSA code of conduct. Please refer to the rest of the Bylaws section for additional details and duties.

Additionally, Conference Coordinators should be responsible for the overall administration and management of the Conference. Function independently to execute the following responsibilities and duties (list not exhaustive):
  • Set up and maintain a professionally managed Conference Office. Handle Conference communications and correspondence. Develop and manage Conference Office operating systems, files, record keeping, etc. Responsible for purchasing necessary supplies, materials and equipment for the operation of the Conference. Arrange for repair or replacement of equipment, as necessary. 
  • Plan and organize the agendas for the official Conference meetings. Function as meeting chairperson. Finalize and distribute the minutes following each meeting. Follow through on all assignments that are made at each meeting.
  • Develop and administer a system for the maintenance of all Conference records.
  • Ensure proper inventory, storage and maintenance of Conference property.
  • Assist with athlete/competitor and team registration– both national and on a Conference level:
    • Monitor USCSA registration system (SportsEngine) to ensure all of your teams, institutions and competitors are registered.
    • Work with effected teams and athletes to resolve any issues.
    • Contact the National Office with additional issues.​
  • Develop and administer Conference policies for all activities, working with the Board of Directors/officers or active teams, as necessary. Assure that all participating institutions are kept informed, and that all policies are enforced.
  • Responsible for regular operating and status reports to the participating institutions, as necessary.
  • Recruit, manage and retain adequate volunteers to assist at all Conference events.
    • Ensure all Conference volunteers, coaches and officials have registered in SportsEngine and completed their abuse prevention training and background check.
  • Schedule your Conference’s race events:
    • Finalize the event schedule for each season. Work directly with ski area management personnel to reach agreement on dates, lift ticket prices, race times, registration details, and all other race requirements. Create an operating agreement with each ski area for each race. All contracts must be signed by the USCSA President.
    • Ensure that you have a certificate of insurance (COI) in place for all events, and a waiver of subrogation where applicable. Fill out all requests via the online form.
    • Responsible for the effective planning, organizing, and execution of event-day responsibilities, including: registration, course setting, on hill competition setting, judges, timing/calculations, start and finish staff, gatekeeping, event results, awards, and other related activities. Assure that protests or disputes are resolved in an acceptable manner. Work closely with all teams to assist with any special needs, answer questions, and resolve problems.
  • Schedule and produce your Regional Championships, along with the other Conference Coordinators in your Region.
  • Manage Conference finances, including the Conference bank account.
    • Manage all Conference accounts payable and accounts receivable, paying bills and assuring receipt of all funds payable to the Conference. Receive, approve, and issue payment on wages and expenses.
    • Responsible for assuring that all conference fees are properly collected, accounted for, and deposited in the Conference account. Assure that all debts for events or services are paid on a timely basis.
    • Responsible for the development of the annual operating budget for the Conference. Maintain all financial records and assure that annual financial reviews are performed.
    • Responsible for the development and enforcement of Conference financial policies, working with the conference board or active teams. Through the conference officers/Board of Directors/active teams, set Conference dues/rates/fees on an annual basis.
  • Manage the Conference’s 501c3 and its reporting requirements, if applicable.
  • Attend your Regional Championships, National Championships, USCSA Summer Conference and monthly Conference Coordinator meetings.
  • Represent your Conference at the National level.
  • Responsible for maintaining current information on all Conference, USCSA, and US Ski and Snowboard/USASA rules and regulations. Assure that all participating teams are kept informed, and that all policies are enforced. 
  • Perform other related duties, as necessary, to assure the efficient and professional operation of the Conference.

Benefits
  • Supporting collegiate snowsports competition; provide pathways to student athletes
  • Staying involved with snowsports industry and supporting its growth
  • Recognition of community service hours
  • Exclusive industry discounts and perks
  • Complimentary lift tickets
  • Travel cost assistance
All USCSA volunteers must register, complete abuse prevention training and undergo a background check.
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