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  • Benilde-St. Margaret’s Seeks Head Nordic Ski Coach

    Benilde-St. Margaret’s Seeks Head Nordic Ski Coach

    The Benilde-St. Margaret's Red Knight mark, a red knight's helmet in profile.

    Benilde-St. Margaret’s School is hiring a Head Nordic Ski Coach to lead its cooperative program with DeLaSalle High School for the 2026-27 winter season. BSM is a Catholic, college-preparatory school in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, on the western edge of Minneapolis, and its Nordic team brings together skiers from both schools through a long-standing partnership.

    The program is replacing both its head coach and its senior assistant coach this season. The roster is young, with a strong freshman class, and the program is looking for a coach who can build on the team culture the previous staff established while developing that talent toward a run at the state meet in the coming years.

    Members of the Benilde-St. Margaret's/DeLaSalle Nordic team stand together on a snowy field at dusk, several in red race suits, with bare trees and a lit lamppost behind them.
    The Benilde-St. Margaret’s/DeLaSalle Nordic team last December. (Courtesy photo)

    Position Overview

    The head coach develops skiers of every experience level, builds a welcoming team culture and pursues competitive excellence, with student-athlete growth at the center of the program. That means setting a positive, inclusive tone for athletes from both schools, communicating clearly with families and school leadership, and building a team in which every skier feels valued and challenged. The head coach also leads and supports the assistant coaching staff, with an emphasis on consistency and a smooth transition into the season.

    The Details

    • Head coach of the Benilde-St. Margaret’s/DeLaSalle cooperative Nordic program for the 2026-27 winter season
    • Stipend, commensurate with experience — $5,000 to $8,000
    • Reports to Matt Pryor, BSM Director of Athletics & Activities
    • After-school practices and meets through the winter, plus preseason planning and coordination with both schools
    • The selected candidate must complete BSM’s hiring, background check, Safe Environment and coaching requirements before working with student-athletes

    Responsibilities

    • Plan and lead practices, competitions and athlete development throughout the season
    • Teach sound ski technique, conditioning, race strategy and safe training habits
    • Coordinate schedules, transportation, equipment and meet logistics with the BSM Athletics & Activities Department and DeLaSalle
    • Recruit, supervise and develop assistant coaches in collaboration with BSM
    • Communicate proactively with athletes and families, including schedule updates through BSM’s designated platform
    • Maintain program equipment and keep an accurate inventory
    • Uphold BSM’s standards for sportsmanship, student well-being and Minnesota State High School League compliance

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Experience coaching or competing in Nordic skiing
    • Strong organizational and communication skills
    • Ability to work effectively with student-athletes at varying skill levels
    • Commitment to a safe, supportive team environment

    Preferred:

    • High school coaching experience
    • Familiarity with Minnesota Nordic skiing competitions and the MSHSL
    • Experience leading a coaching staff or a cooperative program

    Why Lead at BSM

    BSM sets out to develop student-athletes as competitors, teammates and people, and its coaches build programs rooted in belonging, accountability, growth and Red Knight pride. The next head coach steps into a program with dedicated skiers, families and assistant coaches, has the backing of both schools, and gets to bring their own vision to athlete development and team culture.

    How to Apply

    Send a cover letter, résumé and references to Matt Pryor, Director of Athletics & Activities at Benilde-St. Margaret’s School: mpryor@bsmschool.org.

    Applications will be reviewed as received. The opening is also listed on the BSM careers page.

  • Snow Mountain Ranch Seeks Nordic Center Supervisor

    Snow Mountain Ranch Seeks Nordic Center Supervisor

    The YMCA of the Rockies logo: a green and blue Y mark beside the words YMCA of the Rockies.

    YMCA of the Rockies is hiring a Nordic Center Supervisor at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, Colorado, a seasonal role leading the day-to-day operations of the ranch’s Nordic Center through the winter.

    Snow Mountain Ranch sits on 5,100 acres of meadow, aspen and spruce forest in Grand County, about an hour and a half from Denver and near the western entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. Its Nordic Center grooms more than 80 kilometers of trail and runs rentals, retail, lessons and Nordic programming for guests and groups, along with larger events across the season.

    The supervisor works under the Nordic Director and takes charge of the center when the director is away.

    Position Overview

    The Nordic Center Supervisor runs daily operations of the Nordic retail and rental center and trains, schedules and supervises the center’s staff and instructors. The role coordinates ski lessons, Nordic programming and guest group activities, works with Bryan Mountain Ski Patrol on safety and emergency response, keeps inventory in order, and helps prepare for the bigger Nordic events on the calendar.

    The Details

    • Seasonal position based at Snow Mountain Ranch, Granby, Colorado
    • $19 to $21 per hour
    • Reports to the Nordic Director
    • Weekend and holiday availability required during the winter season
    • PSIA Level 1 training, waxing knowledge and First Aid, CPR and AED certification can be provided if needed
    Two skiers cross a wide snow-covered meadow at Snow Mountain Ranch, with a snow-capped mountain range under cloudy skies behind them.
    Skiers head out across the meadows at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, Colorado. (Photo: YMCA of the Rockies)

    What You’ll Do

    • Lead daily operations of the Nordic retail and rental center
    • Train, schedule, supervise and support Nordic Center staff and instructors
    • Coordinate ski lessons, Nordic programming and guest group activities
    • Teach beginner Nordic ski lessons based on PSIA Level 1 training
    • Help guests choose the right equipment and offer skiing and waxing advice
    • Perform and teach practical waxing for classic and skate skis
    • Maintain inventory and keep the Nordic Center organized and ready for guests
    • Coordinate with Bryan Mountain Ski Patrol on safety and emergency response
    • Support larger Nordic events and special programming throughout the season
    • Step into the leadership role for the Nordic Center when the Nordic Director is away
    Two skiers on a groomed trail between snowy pines at Snow Mountain Ranch, one in a red jacket and one in a pink jacket.
    Groomed trail through the pines at Snow Mountain Ranch. (Photo: Brady Robinson)

    Why Work Here

    The trails start outside the door. The job puts you on skis, in front of guests and in charge of a team every day. At YMCA of the Rockies, staff create meaningful experiences for guests while living out the organization’s values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

    A lone skier in a teal jacket crosses an open snowfield below forested hills at Snow Mountain Ranch on a clear day.
    Open meadow skiing below the forested hills at Snow Mountain Ranch. (Photo: YMCA of the Rockies)

    You’ll Thrive Here If You

    • Love Nordic skiing and sharing it with others
    • Enjoy working outdoors in snow, cold and changing mountain weather
    • Have strong leadership, communication and customer service skills
    • Enjoy training and developing a team
    • Can ski confidently on groomed and ungroomed terrain
    • Like a job where no two days are exactly alike
    • Are comfortable working weekends and holidays during the winter season
    • Bring a positive, professional, problem-solving attitude to a busy environment

    How to Apply

    Apply online through the YMCA of the Rockies careers portal: Nordic Center Supervisor, Snow Mountain Ranch.

  • Ute Mountaineer Seeks Manager for Aspen Cross Country Center

    Ute Mountaineer Seeks Manager for Aspen Cross Country Center

    The Aspen Cross Country Center logo: crossed skis and columbines above the words Ute Mountaineer Aspen, with Aspen Cross Country Center beneath.

    Ute Mountaineer has owned and operated the Aspen Cross Country Center since 1985. The center sits on the Aspen Nordic Trail System, one of the largest free trail systems in the country, connecting Aspen, Snowmass Village and Basalt. It is the only full-service cross-country ski center in Aspen, offering rentals, retail, lessons, ski tuning and repair, a public waxing room, locker facilities, and expert advice on local trails and Nordic equipment.

    Ute Mountaineer is heavily involved in the Nordic community. It partners with the Aspen Valley Ski Club and organizes a free demo and lesson day, the Ute Nordic Cup race series, junior seasonal rentals, and a Team Night where local juniors buy equipment at discounted prices.

    Ute Mountaineer is now hiring a Manager for the Aspen Cross Country Center to oversee its winter operations.

    Position Overview

    The manager hires, trains, schedules and motivates a team of Nordic enthusiasts and instructors. The role also covers the ski school, rentals, retail and shop operations, working with the landlord on facilities issues, and organizing and working local Nordic events.

    The Details

    • Full-time seasonal, October 20 through March 31, five days per week
    • Starting pay $32 to $35 per hour, based on the candidate
    • Multi-season commitment preferred
    • Year-round employment also available by working at Ute Mountaineer from April through October
    A timber lodge with a snow-covered roof behind a green cast-iron clock tower, with steps leading up to the entrance on a clear winter day.
    The Aspen Cross Country Center, on the Aspen Nordic Trail System. (Photo: Ute Mountaineer)

    Key Responsibilities

    Staffing

    • Hire achievement-motivated, Nordic-loving staff using established interview processes
    • Create a work environment that listens to, and is responsive to, employee needs and ideas
    • Schedule and budget payroll according to store needs, weekly, hourly and seasonally
    • Provide and organize ongoing training on Nordic product, store procedures, policies, skills and sales
    • Evaluate employees and give feedback based on specific behavior and performance, and use it to motivate staff through further training and collaborative behavior modification
    • Lead by example in performing all sales associate duties

    Sales and Customer Experience

    • Listen to and identify customer needs, and sell products that fit those uses, abilities, tastes and budgets
    • Provide an engaging in-store and instructional experience that shares the shop’s passion for the sport
    • Coach staff on sales training that joins customer needs with the shop’s experience
    • Learn Nordic product technology, features and benefits
    • Perform retail sales, rentals, shop work and possibly instruction
    • Find solutions to customer needs, problems and objections

    Store Presentation and Operations

    • Create, coordinate and maintain the store merchandising plan and standards, working with staff, buyers and the general manager
    • Delegate and oversee retail, rental, repair shop and ski school operations
    • Organize and assist in local Nordic events

    Requirements

    Required characteristics and skills

    • Nordic skiing experience
    • Commitment to helping people
    • Enjoys creating, working with, training and motivating a team
    • Comfortable making decisions, asking for help and raising company concerns
    • Able to prioritize tasks and follow up to see them completed
    • Able to observe behavior, skills and performance, and use those observations to improve the staff and the retail experience
    • Flexible with time and tasks
    • Patient with, and approachable for, all staff

    Preferred

    • Prior retail sales experience, ideally in the outdoor industry
    • Knowledge of local Nordic trail systems
    • Demonstrated managerial experience

    What Ute Mountaineer Offers

    • Extensive ongoing training on managerial skills, product, procedures, policy and customer service
    • Seasonal sales bonus program
    • Exclusive employee pricing on outdoor equipment
    • Access to rental equipment at Ute Mountaineer and the Aspen and Snowmass cross-country ski centers
    • Profit sharing after two years for those who move into year-round full-time employment
    • Vacation pay
    • Full ski pass
    • Subsidy toward Ute Mountaineer group health insurance
    • Possible subsidized housing in the Roaring Fork Valley for year-round employees

    How to Apply

    Download an application at utemountaineer.com/employment. Send the completed application or a resume to paul@utemountaineer.com and maile@utemountaineer.com.

  • Auburn Ski Club Seeks Head Coach for Nordic Development Program

    Auburn Ski Club Seeks Head Coach for Nordic Development Program

    Auburn Ski Club (ASC) is a historic non-profit organization dedicated to providing snow sports opportunities to the greater Northern California region since 1928. Today, ASC operates a snow sports Training Center on Donner Summit that provides athletic programs, USSS/FIS competition and training venues, and youth snow sports teams ranging from entry-level to elite for Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic, and Biathlon. The Training Center’s cross-country venue also operates as a 25-kilometer Nordic Center open to the public.

    ASC is now hiring a Head Coach for its Nordic Development Program.

    Position Overview

    The Head Coach of the Nordic Development Program leads the Devo 1 and Devo 2 teams, where U10 through U14 athletes move from learning to ski toward learning to train. This is the stage of the pipeline that determines whether a young skier stays in the sport. ASC is looking for a coach who understands that skill, confidence, and enjoyment at this age build better racers than early specialization does.

    The Head Coach takes graduates of the Super Sliders program and prepares them, technically and personally, for the Competition Team. The role covers session planning and on-snow coaching, technical progression across both Devo groups, support and training of assistant coaches and parent volunteers, and steady communication with families. It suits a coach who wants ownership of a program rather than a set of practices, and who is comfortable being the person a nine-year-old remembers as the reason they kept skiing.

    The Details

    • Annual salary based on experience
    • Salary structure includes coaching hours, administrative responsibilities, and flex time off
    • Health insurance offered
    • ASC 401(k) program with annual 3% salary match

    Key Responsibilities

    Coaching & Athlete Development

    • Lead the Devo 1 and Devo 2 programs year-round, on snow and in dryland
    • Plan and deliver weekly training across the Devo schedule, including weekday afternoon sessions under the Nordic Center lights and Saturday mornings
    • Build technical progressions appropriate to the age group: classic stride with coordinated pole use, skate skiing with and without poles, V1, step turns, hockey stops, terrain reading, pacing over varied distances, and smooth transitions between techniques
    • Run Devo 1 as a train-to-learn environment and Devo 2 as a learn-to-train environment, with a clear and deliberate step between them
    • Teach athletes to take care of their own equipment as they approach the Competition Team, including ski selection, basic tuning, and hot waxing
    • Introduce racing as something athletes look forward to, supporting Devo skiers at local and Far West Nordic events without making competition the price of admission
    • Identify athletes ready to move up, and prepare both the athlete and the family for that step
    • Keep retention and long-term participation as measures of the program’s success alongside results

    Program Leadership & Collaboration

    • Work with Super Sliders staff so athletes arriving in Devo 1 meet a familiar teaching language and a consistent standard
    • Coordinate with Competition Team coaching staff to keep one continuous progression across the Nordic pipeline
    • Recruit, train, schedule, and support assistant coaches and parent volunteers, including the volunteer sessions Devo families are asked to fill
    • Support ASC-hosted racing, including Far West Nordic qualifying events held on the Training Center trails
    • Contribute to registration, retention, and program growth planning with Nordic program leadership
    • Build a culture of mentorship and sportsmanship across the ASC Nordic community

    Community & Regional Engagement

    • Serve as a visible and positive presence in the Far West Nordic community
    • Work with regional programs on development events, clinics, and youth racing opportunities
    • Support initiatives that create access and opportunity for athletes at every level, including needs-based scholarship efforts
    • Potential leadership role representing ASC at the FW Junior Committee or FW Board

    Communication & Family Engagement

    • Maintain consistent, proactive communication with athletes and families
    • Lead parent education on what development looks like at this age, and on what it does not need to look like
    • Guide families through equipment decisions, including fall meetings ahead of the season
    • Help families understand the pathway ahead while keeping expectations honest and athlete-centered

    What ASC Offers

    Leadership & Professional Growth

    ASC is committed to investing in coaching development and leadership growth. The Head Coach will receive:

    • Support identifying and attending regional and national camps
    • Increased investment in coaching certifications and continuing education
    • Opportunities for leadership development within a growing organization

    Athlete Support Philosophy

    ASC believes opportunity and access are critical to athlete success. Coaches work within a system that actively supports:

    • Needs-based scholarships
    • Athlete development scholarships
    • Offseason camp and training support opportunities
    • Long-term athlete development pathways

    Benefits

    • Use of the CA Gold pass
    • Opportunity to shape the foundation of Nordic skiing in the Far West region
    • Support for professional growth and development opportunities

    How to Apply

    Please email a cover letter and resume to info@asctrainingcenter.org.

    Email subject line: ASC Nordic Devo Head Coach

  • Plain Valley Nordic Team Seeks Program Director and Head Coach

    Plain Valley Nordic Team Seeks Program Director and Head Coach

     

    Position: Program Director & Head Coach
    Employer: Plain Valley Ski Trails / Plain Valley Nordic Team
    Location: Leavenworth, Washington
    Reports To: PVST Executive Director, under goals set by the PVST Board of Directors
    Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 DOE, plus benefits
    Duration: Year-round, full-time
    Application Deadline: Open until filled

    Plain Valley Ski Trails is seeking an experienced Program Director & Head Coach to lead the Plain Valley Nordic Team into its next chapter.

    PVST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to create and sustain a high-quality ski trail system that serves the community and funds barrier-free ski educational programs that motivate individual and team achievement. PVNT provides year-round ski education in a supportive environment where young people grow as skiers and individuals.

    A Unique Place to Train and an Exciting Future

    PVNT has the rare advantage of training on a trail system managed by its supporting nonprofit. Plain Valley Ski Trails includes approximately 25 kilometers groomed for skate and classic skiing, while the surrounding valley offers additional ski trails and excellent opportunities for running, biking, roller skiing, and strength training.

    Chelan County recently acquired the property PVST knows as the Stadium, PVNT’s treasured home for instruction, races, games, and challenge and skills courses. This acquisition secures the property for winter use and opens exciting possibilities for year-round training and recreation.

    With PVST appointed as the land managers, the new Program Director & Head Coach will have a meaningful opportunity to help shape a sustainable home base for the team. Future possibilities include improved training areas, bathrooms, and, one day, an indoor space for strength training, team gatherings, education, and community building.

    PVST is looking for a leader with a vision for sustaining the special team it has today while helping build its year-round future.

    About PVNT

    PVNT is a well-established and nationally competitive club within the Pacific Northwest Division. Its programs serve more than 120 children, from preschool through high school, with opportunities ranging from first experiences on skis to Junior Nationals competition.

    PVNT athletes have earned national championships, All-American honors, and opportunities with the U.S. Ski Team. Most recently, PVNT was the highest-scoring Pacific Northwest club at the 2026 Junior National Championships. Beyond results, PVNT works to remove barriers, build confidence and resilience, and foster lifelong connections to outdoor recreation and community.

    Position: Program Director & Head Coach

    This full-time, year-round position leads PVNT’s youth programs and oversees approximately 120 skiers and more than 20 paid and volunteer coaches. In support of the Plain Valley Ski Trails mission, the Program Director and Head Coach’s role is to oversee all aspects of the Plain Valley Nordic Team.

    Primary responsibilities include:

    • Leading PVNT’s culture, values, and coaching philosophy
    • Designing and overseeing age-appropriate, year-round training
    • Coaching athletes from beginner through national-level competition
    • Recruiting, supervising, and mentoring paid and volunteer coaches
    • Managing program operations, communication, staffing, budgets, equipment, practices, camps, races, and travel
    • Collaborating with PVST staff, families, community partners, and other Nordic clubs
    • Helping shape PVNT’s future programming and year-round home base

    Oversee all aspects of the Plain Valley Nordic Team, including:

    • Planning and implementing the team’s training program
    • Maintaining clear, professional, and timely communication with athletes, coaches, volunteer coaches, parents, and staff
    • Hiring all lead coaches across all layers, in collaboration with the executive director
    • Supervision and support of volunteer coaches for all layers, in collaboration with the lead coaches for each layer
    • Preparing training schedules that foster athlete development
    • Providing coaching to more advanced skiers and other layers as needed
    • Providing coaching and on-site supervision to PVNT skiers during camps and races
    • Staying up to date and incorporating all USSS standards and regulations
    • Planning PVST-hosted youth races in coordination with the executive director
    • Managing equipment for the ski education program
    • Overseeing the care and maintenance of team vans, coordinating with PVST’s mechanic to address needed repairs or other concerns
    • Partnering with clubs within the Pacific Northwest to fortify the division
    • Representing PVNT within the Nordic Competition Committee (NCC)
    • Collaborating with the Trails Manager and executive director to further trail development

    Requirements

    The ideal candidate will be an advanced Nordic skier with competitive coaching experience, strong training-plan expertise, and demonstrated experience managing staff or volunteers, budgets, and youth programs. A USSS coaching license and associated training are required.

    • Experience coaching competitive skiing
    • Proficiency skiing at an advanced level and maintaining general fitness
    • USSS coaching license and associated training
    • Strong commitment to instructing and ensuring the well-being of youth
    • Prior experience managing staff or volunteers, budgets, and programs
    • This position requires adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to help where needed
    • This position requires an understanding that vacation time cannot be scheduled during the start-ups of programs or during events, races, or camps

    This position requires flexibility, regular travel, and availability for practices, camps, races, and events, including evenings and weekends.

    Reporting Structure

    This position reports to and works under the directives of the PVST Executive Director and the goals set by the PVST Board of Directors.

    Compensation

    • $50,000–$60,000 annually, DOE, plus benefits
    • $4,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
    • $50/month cell phone reimbursement
    • Free program registrations and 50% camp / race registrations for dependents
    • 14 days vacation, plus the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Martin Luther King, Presidents Day, Easter, Memorial Day, and Labor Day
      • Any holiday worked because of ski team events will accrue a comp day that can be taken anytime during the year
    • .025/hour for sick leave accrued annually

    Duration

    This is a year-round, full-time position.

    How to Apply

    Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to PVST Executive Director Christie Wilder at Christie@SkiPlain.com.

    Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled.

    Plain Valley Ski Trails
    PO Box 1061, Leavenworth, WA 98826
    509-860-5420
    Christie@SkiPlain.com
    www.SkiPlain.com

  • UW-Green Bay Seeks Head Nordic Ski Coach

    UW-Green Bay Seeks Head Nordic Ski Coach

    The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is hiring a Head Nordic Ski Coach to lead its men’s and women’s programs. The school’s goal is to build the premier program in the Central Collegiate Ski Association and send multiple student-athletes to NCAA Nationals each year, and it has backed that goal with scholarships, a full-time head coaching position, and graduate assistant support.

    The head coach recruits, develops, and retains student-athletes, directs training and technique, and manages the program budget. The role also carries responsibility for fundraising, alumni engagement, and public relations for UW-Green Bay Athletics and the Phoenix Nordic program.

    Responsibilities

    • Oversee the ski program budget.
    • Plan and run in-season and out-of-season practices, both team and individual.
    • Recruit and retain student-athletes in accordance with NCAA and UW-Green Bay rules.
    • Monitor academic performance to keep athletes eligible under University and NCAA standards.
    • Provide technical expertise and sound coaching methods to improve athletic performance.
    • Oversee the conduct and performance of the Nordic graduate assistant.
    • Comply with all NCAA, UW System, and UW-Green Bay rules and regulations.
    • Fundraise and take part in promotional and special events for the program.
    • Build alumni connections and engagement to generate financial support.
    • Promote positive public relations for the Department of Athletics.

    Qualifications

    • Working knowledge of NCAA and Horizon League rules and regulations.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills working with a diverse community.
    • Sound judgment, including discretion with personal and confidential information.
    • Professional, sportsmanlike conduct at athletic events.

    Conditions of Appointment

    This is a full-time limited appointment based at the Green Bay campus, with occasional travel to the Marinette, Sheboygan, or Manitowoc campuses. The schedule varies and includes nights, weekends, and travel with the program. UW-Green Bay does not offer visa sponsorship for this position, so candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

    Compensation and Benefits

    Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes the Universities of Wisconsin benefits package, which covers health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System with immediate employer contributions, supplemental 403(b) and deferred compensation options, and paid holiday, personal, sick, vacation, and parental leave.

    How to Apply

    Apply through UW-Green Bay’s Workday portal with a cover letter addressing the essential job functions and a resume. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting will remain open until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to UW-Green Bay Human Resources at (920) 465-2390 or jobs@uwgb.edu.

     

    View the full posting and apply here.

     

  • Saint Michael’s College Seeks Assistant Nordic Coach

    Saint Michael’s College Seeks Assistant Nordic Coach

    The Saint Michael’s College Nordic ski team is looking for an assistant coach for the 2026-27 season. The start date is flexible, though the ideal candidate would begin in mid-September and stay on through mid-March.

    Saint Michael’s College is a fully residential liberal arts college in Colchester, Vermont. An NCAA Division II institution, Saint Mike’s competes as a member of the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA).

    Declan Hutchinson during the 20k Freestyle at the 2025 NCAA Championship. (Photo: Tobias Albrigtsen)

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist the head coach in planning and running training sessions in both fall dryland and winter on-snow practices. This includes driving vans, recording film sessions, providing nutrition, testing and recording skier data, and ensuring student-athlete safety.
    • Guide student-athletes at training sessions and races so they can compete at their highest level.
    • Help the head coach and athletes with race preparation, including transportation, nutrition, and testing and waxing skis.
    • Learn the recruiting database and help identify qualified student-athletes for the SMC ski program.
    • Assist with team operations such as booking travel, managing lodging logistics, wax inventory, equipment repairs and orders, and more.
    • Manage and develop the team’s social media presence.
    • Help keep the Kelley Ski Center, team vans, and equipment clean and well-maintained.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    • Competitive Nordic skiing experience.
    • Two or more years of high school and/or collegiate coaching experience.
    • USSS L100 coaching certification, or the ability to obtain L100 status.
    • Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and policies.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
    • Ability to perform a wide variety of manual labor for extended periods, often in adverse weather conditions.
    • A valid driver’s license. Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check is a condition of employment for driving college vehicles and transporting students.

    This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule, and it includes one free class at Saint Michael’s College each semester. The role is compensated through a stipend, with a range of $9,000 to $12,000 depending on experience.

    Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to head coach Kyle Steitz at ksteitz@smcvt.edu.

    Oliver Miatke
    Oliver Miatke during the 7.5k Classic at the 2025 NCAA Championship. (Photo: Tobias Albrigtsen)
  • Nordiq Canada hiring Development Coach for the National Ski Team

    Nordiq Canada hiring Development Coach for the National Ski Team

    Position Title: Development Coach, National Ski Team (NST), Olympic

    Location: Canada

    About Nordiq Canada

    Nordiq Canada is the national governing body for both cross-country and Para Nordic skiing. We lead, support, and inspire world-class performances and lifelong participation in these sports nationwide.

    The Opportunity

    Reporting to the High-Performance Director and working within a collaborative high-performance environment, the primary responsibility of the Development Coach will be to lead and oversee the Development Team program. Development Team athletes have been identified as having strong potential for transitioning from junior racing to international excellence.

    As a contributing member of the Nordiq Canada coaching staff, this position will involve organizing and leading training camps and competitive opportunities, providing enhanced services and support, and ensuring optimal functioning of Development Team athletes in their DTEs, including alignment with their IAPPs.

    This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Canada’s leading winter sport organizations and to work alongside world-class athletes, coaches, and support staff in pursuit of sustained international excellence.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide support, oversight and technical expertise on the Yearly Training Program (YTP), daily program planning, delivery, and athlete gap mitigation to identified athletes and their coaches.
    • Check in regularly with athletes and coaches to ensure training is progressing, and athlete accountability measures are fulfilled.
    • Contribute to a culture of excellence, openness and growth.
    • Work in collaboration with experts in their respective fields.
    • Maintain a high level of scientific rigour in all processes, ensuring performance-based decision making and optimizing athlete health and wellness.
    • Lead projects and work plans with respect to gap analysis, the Podium Pathway and the Gold Medal Profile.
    • Assist the HPD in annual report writing and presentations.
    • Lead and oversee competitive opportunities such as World Juniors, international junior camps, and Nordiq Canada camps.
    • Attend all meetings as required or requested by the HPD and CEO.
    • Assist the HPD in program development, direction and philosophy.

    Skills & Requirements

    • Experience coaching and connecting with young and developing athletes.
    • Experience leading competition trips and travel with teams, provincially and domestically.
    • Strong technical skiing ability, including the capacity to analyze and communicate areas for technical improvement and efficiency.
    • Competency in assessing and interpreting sport science testing and data.
    • Must be physically fit and capable of testing skis as well as training with athletes on some of their easy sessions.
    • Ability to contribute to a positive and professional team environment in and outside of competitive settings.
    • Excellent interpersonal, time management, and communication skills.
    • Detail and task oriented, goal driven, a strategic and tactical thinker and planner.
    • Bilingualism (English/French) considered a strong asset.
    • Valid driver’s license.

    Working Conditions

    This position requires approximately eight (8) weeks of travel domestically and internationally for training camps, athlete visits and competition opportunities annually.

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to: bscott@nordiqcanada.ca

    Application deadline: June 22, 2026, or until the position is filled.

    Please include your name and “Development Coach NST” in the subject line. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Nordiq Canada is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

    Antoine Cyr qualified for his first sprint finals during Stage 5 of the 2023 Tour de Ski, and the first for a Canadian since Alex Harvey in 2018. (Photo: Nordic Focus).

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    Intitulé du poste : Entraîneur de développement, Équipe nationale de ski (ENS), Olympique

    Lieu : Canada

    À propos de Nordiq Canada

    Nordiq Canada est l’organisme national de tutelle du ski de fond et du ski nordique paralympique. Nous encourageons, soutenons et inspirons des performances de classe mondiale ainsi qu’une pratique de ces sports tout au long de la vie à l’échelle nationale.

    L’offre

    Sous la responsabilité du directeur de la haute performance et au sein d’un environnement collaboratif axé sur la haute performance, la principale responsabilité de l’entraîneur de développement sera de diriger et de superviser le programme NexGen et l’équipe de développement junior.

    En tant que membre à part entière du personnel d’entraînement de Nordiq Canada, ce poste impliquera d’organiser et de diriger des stages d’entraînement et des compétitions, de fournir des services et un soutien améliorés, et de veiller au fonctionnement optimal des athlètes de l’équipe de développement dans le cadre de leurs programmes de développement (DTE), y compris l’alignement avec leurs plans de développement individuels (IAPP).

    Il s’agit d’une opportunité passionnante de contribuer à l’une des principales organisations de sports d’hiver du Canada et de travailler aux côtés d’athlètes, d’entraîneurs et de personnel de soutien de classe mondiale dans la poursuite d’une excellence internationale durable.

    Responsabilités clés

    • Fournir un soutien, une supervision et une expertise technique concernant le YTP, la planification quotidienne des programmes, leur mise en œuvre et l’atténuation des lacunes des athlètes identifiés et de leurs entraîneurs.
    • Effectuer des bilans réguliers avec les athlètes et les entraîneurs pour s’assurer que l’entraînement progresse et que les mesures de responsabilisation des athlètes sont respectées.
    • Créer et soutenir une culture d’excellence, d’ouverture et de croissance.
    • Travailler en collaboration avec des experts dans leurs domaines respectifs.
    • Maintenir un haut niveau de rigueur scientifique dans tous les processus, en garantissant une prise de décision fondée sur la performance et en optimisant la santé et le bien-être des athlètes (toutes disciplines confondues).
    • Diriger des projets et des plans de travail concernant l’analyse des lacunes, le parcours vers le podium et le profil de la médaille d’or.
    • Assister le HPD dans la rédaction du rapport annuel et les présentations.
    • Diriger et superviser les opportunités de compétition telles que les Championnats du monde juniors, les camps internationaux juniors et les camps de Nordiq Canada.
    • Assister à toutes les réunions requises ou demandées par le HPD et le PDG.
    • Assister le HPD dans l’orientation et la philosophie du programme.

    Compétences et exigences

    • Expérience en tant qu’entraîneur auprès de jeunes athlètes et d’athlètes en développement.
    • Expérience en tant qu’entraîneur au niveau provincial et national.
    • Compétences en matière d’évaluation et d’interprétation des tests et des données issus des sciences du sport.
    • Doit être en bonne condition physique et capable de tester des skis ainsi que de s’entraîner avec les athlètes lors de certaines de leurs séances faciles.
    • Capacité à contribuer à un environnement d’équipe positif et professionnel, tant dans le cadre de la compétition qu’en dehors.
    • Excellentes compétences interpersonnelles, en gestion du temps et en communication.
    • Souci du détail et de l’exécution des tâches, orienté vers les objectifs, esprit stratégique et tactique, et sens de l’organisation.
    • Le bilinguisme (anglais/français) est considéré comme un atout majeur.
    • Permis de conduire valide.

    Conditions de travail

    Ce poste nécessite environ huit (8) semaines de déplacements nationaux et internationaux par an pour des stages d’entraînement, des visites d’athlètes et des compétitions.

    Comment postuler

    Les candidats intéressés sont invités à envoyer leur CV et leur lettre de motivation à : bscott@nordiqcanada.ca

    Date limite de candidature : 22 juin 2026, ou jusqu’à ce que le poste soit pourvu.

    Veuillez indiquer votre nom et « Entraîneur de développement NST » dans l’objet de votre message. Seuls les candidats retenus pour un entretien seront contactés.

    Nordiq Canada s’engage en faveur de l’équité en matière d’emploi et encourage toutes les candidatures de personnes qualifiées. La préférence sera donnée aux citoyens canadiens et aux résidents permanents.

  • Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre Seeks Seasonal Nordic Head Coach

    Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre Seeks Seasonal Nordic Head Coach

    Seasonal Nordic Head Coach

    Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre (SLNC) is offering an exceptional opportunity for a Head Coach who wants to lead, inspire, and shape one of Canada’s strongest cross-country ski communities. As one of Canada’s largest Nordic clubs, with 50+ km of daily groomed trails, a thriving athlete base, and a full suite of high-performance facilities, it’s a place where a coach can truly make an impact. Located just minutes from the City of Vernon, Sovereign Lake delivers a rare blend of professional and outdoor lifestyle. The North Okanagan’s trails, lakes, and mountains sit right outside your door, making year-round training and recreation part of everyday life. If you’re driven to develop athletes, build a positive team culture, and contribute to enhancing Nordic programs while enjoying an unmatched work-life balance, Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre is an ideal place to lead your next chapter. Reporting to the General Manager, this role works in close partnership with the Biathlon Head Coach and a dedicated team of volunteer coaches to deliver premier Nordic programming. The successful candidate will foster a collaborative environment that strengthens the club’s community and ensures a unified approach to athlete development.

    Summary of Responsibilities

    The Head Coach provides technical leadership and strategic oversight for SLNC’s competitive and developmental pathways, from Learning to Train (L2T) through post-secondary levels. This role is responsible for ensuring all training aligns with Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) principles and maintaining the high standard of excellence for which our programs are known. Key focuses include athlete progression, program integration across disciplines, and the successful delivery of seasonal training cycles.

    Key Responsibilities

    Athlete Instruction & Planning: Designing comprehensive yearly training plans (YTPs); Conducting performance testing; Providing expert technical modeling in classic, skate, and roller skiing; Coach (assist) for biathlon program with communication with the Biathlon Coach. Race & Technical Leadership: Providing high-level coaching and oversight at regional, provincial, and national events; Management of race-day wax operations; Provide race support liaison with other coaches and race officials. Program Growth: Driving club expansion through athlete recruitment; Lead volunteer coaching development; Conducting professional development workshops; Recruit and train assistant coaches. Safety & Communication: Maintaining a secure, inclusive training environment through strict adherence to Safe Sport protocols; Develop, communicate and ensure implantation of safety management plans for all coach-supervised training sessions in consultation with the Program Committee; Ensure and manage pro-active effective communication pertaining to weekly training sessions, club events, and XC race dates to athletes, parents, and other coaches via digital platforms. Administrative Oversight: Participating in committee meetings; Regular coach meetings and ensuring program deliverables; Contributing to the continuous improvement of club operations; Regular reporting to the General Manager; Develop and maintain relationships with sponsors and community organizations.

    Fundamental Requirements

    Professional Credentials:

    • NCCP Competition Coaching Development Certification (or ability to obtain within 8 months);
    • NCCP Competition Introduction Certified Coach Status (or equivalent);
    • 5 years’ experience as an XC coach and/or athlete;
    • Standard First Aid Certification (to be maintained as current).
    • Proven excellence in classic, skate, and roller ski techniques with the ability to demonstrate skills to athletes effectively.

    Operational Readiness:

    • A valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle access;
    • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in diverse outdoor conditions;
    • Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check.

    Character & Fit:

    • Collaborative, empathetic mentor;
    • Genuine passion for growing the sport across all skill levels;
    • Strong team player;
    • Ability to motivate, build trust, and gain the confidence of athletes and parents.

    Position Type: Seasonal Full-Time (August 17 – March 31) Salary: $45,000 (seasonal term) paid biweekly

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit their application by June 30, 2026, including a resume, cover letter, and two references (one character, one professional) to the General Manager of Sovereign Lake Nordic Club: gm@sovereignlake.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

  • Nordiq Canada Seeks Assistant Coach for National Ski Team Olympic Program

    Nordiq Canada Seeks Assistant Coach for National Ski Team Olympic Program

     

    Nordiq Canada is hiring an Assistant Coach for its National Ski Team (NST) Olympic program, with the successful candidate stepping into a high-performance role supporting Canada’s top cross-country skiers on the World Cup, at World Championships, and at the Olympic Games.

    Reporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will help plan, coordinate, and deliver coaching support for NST A and B athletes, with occasional responsibility for leading training camps and managing competitive periods on the World Cup circuit. The position is based in Canada and requires extensive domestic and international travel.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of training camps, competitions, and international tours for NST A and B athletes.
    • Provide technical, tactical, and race-day coaching support.
    • Contribute to athlete monitoring, performance analysis, and training feedback.
    • Support ski preparation, waxing operations, and equipment management as required, including serving as a technician for athletes when needed.
    • Collaborate with Integrated Support Team (IST) providers including physiologists, strength and conditioning coaches, sport science, medical, and mental performance staff.
    • Assist with logistics, travel coordination, and operational planning.
    • Uphold a culture of excellence, professionalism, accountability, respect, and athlete wellness.
    • Comply with Nordiq Canada’s Safe Sport policies and commitments.

    Skills & Requirements

    • Experience coaching World Cup athletes, either individually or on the World Cup circuit.
    • Experience on the World Cup circuit as a coach or athlete.
    • Competency in assessing and interpreting sport science testing and data.
    • Must be physically fit and capable of testing skis as well as training with athletes on some of their easy sessions.
    • Excellent interpersonal, time management, and communication skills.
    • Detail- and task-oriented; a strategic and tactical thinker and planner.
    • Ability to coach Sprint format technical and tactical capacities considered an asset.
    • Bilingualism (English/French) considered a strong asset.
    • Valid driver’s license.

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to bscott@nordiqcanada.ca, with their name and “Assistant Coach NST” in the subject line.

    Application deadline: June 12, 2026, or until the position is filled.

    Nordiq Canada is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

  • Telluride Junior Nordic Team Seeks Director and Head Coach

    Telluride Junior Nordic Team Seeks Director and Head Coach

    The Telluride Ski & Snowboard Club (TSSC) is looking for an experienced cross-country coach to lead its Junior Nordic Race Team.

    This is a chance to lead a program on the rise. TSSC Nordic has grown quickly over the past several seasons, and its junior racers now compete throughout the Rocky Mountain Division, including Junior National Qualifiers. Based in Telluride, Colorado, the club wants a coach who can develop that group across technique, fitness, and racecraft — and keep kids in the sport for the long haul.

    The Position

    • Season: October through March
    • Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week, with potential to grow into a full-time role
    • Travel: Some travel is required for races
    • Compensation: $15,000–$25,000 depending on experience

    How to Apply

    Send a letter of interest and resume — or any questions — to nordic@tssc.org.

  • Black Jack Ski Club Seeks Coach to Lead Year-Round Programming

    Black Jack Ski Club Seeks Coach to Lead Year-Round Programming

    Position: Assistant Head Nordic Ski Coach
    Employer: Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club
    Location: Rossland, British Columbia, Canada
    Reports To: Head Coach & Director of Skier Development Program
    FTE: Negotiable
    Start Date: Flexible
    Compensation: $40,000–$50,000 inclusive of benefits, commensurate with qualifications, and adjusted for agreed-upon FTE
    Term: One-year contract from start date, potentially leading to a permanent position
    Application Deadline: Open until filled

    About the Position

    Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club (BJSC) is looking to welcome a motivated and energetic individual to fill the position of Assistant Head Nordic Ski Coach. In collaboration with the Head Coach and other team members, the position will lead and/or oversee programming for all levels of the program as aligned with Nordiq Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development model.

    About Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club

    BJSC is a registered non-profit organization functioning to support and grow the sport of Nordic skiing since 1983. With a history of producing skiers at the international and national levels, the club is looking to promote cross-country skiing at all levels of the sport.

    BJSC offers athlete development programs for ages 3 to adult, including:

    • Bunnies
    • Jack Rabbits
    • Track Attack
    • School Outreach
    • Community lessons
    • Private and group lessons
    • Race Team

    Programming is delivered under the leadership of the Director of Skier Development, the BJSC Board, and a part-time Head Coach. BJSC has a dedicated and skilled set of volunteer coaches who are committed to delivering high-quality, fun programming. The BJSC Board is an avid and responsive supporter of the Skier Development program and actively collaborates on initiatives to enhance the sport of Nordic skiing for all members of the community. The Head Coach is committed to mentoring as needed.

    Facilities and Community

    BJSC has over 50 km of groomed trails for both skate and classic, including 2.5 km of daily lit night skiing. The main trailhead is five minutes from town and has professional groomers on staff supported by a robust group of volunteers to keep trails in great shape. Two connected ski areas extend the ski season from November to April. In 2025–26, club membership was over 1,000 strong, and the club successfully built a new day lodge. A dedicated GM supports club operations from September through April.

    Black Jack Ski Club and Rossland offer an ideal location to live and train both summer and winter, with backyard access to roller-skiing, running, hiking, road and mountain biking, climbing, alpine and backcountry skiing. Rossland has an outdoor summer pool, tennis courts, a bike park, multiple fields, and a local gym. Trail, a 15-minute drive away, has indoor training facilities. An active, young community, Rossland is a desirable destination for both vacationers and those seeking to be locals.

    Qualifications

    Education

    • Minimum post-secondary education, including coaching, athlete development, and leadership

    Occupational Certification

    • Canada National Coaching Certification Program: minimum Training to Train (T2T) or international equivalent as related to Nordic skiing
    • Valid Standard First Aid (minimum), Wilderness First Aid (preferred)
    • Class 4 driving license, or ability to obtain within 3 months, and access to a reliable personal vehicle
    • Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen

    Experience

    • Previous coaching experience
    • Athlete training plan design and monitoring, including Training Peaks
    • Managing and leading a team of volunteer coaches (beginner through experienced)
    • Wax and race support operations
    • Planning and executing training camps
    • Administration

    Personal Suitability

    • Demonstrates good decision-making skills
    • Enjoys collaborating with others, including volunteers, parent groups, and other coaches
    • Personable, enjoys connecting with people
    • Able to initiate and complete projects
    • Communicates effectively and proactively, including when resolving sticky situations
    • Considers conflict an opportunity for growth and focuses on win-win resolutions
    • Takes responsibility for self
    • Strives for excellence
    • High degree of fitness, with ability to demonstrate and give feedback on skate and classic ski techniques
    • Commits to professional development, including ongoing coaching training and connection with provincial and national programs

    Responsibilities

    Reporting to the Head Coach & Director of Skier Development, the successful applicant will support the club’s Racers, Junior Racer, and Track Attack programs. They will work in collaboration with volunteer coaches for the Bunnies and Jack Rabbits programs and the School Outreach program. Adult clinics, lessons, and programs will be coordinated with the GM.

    Specific responsibilities include:

    • Support BJSC’s Head Coach with Racer program delivery, including session facilitation
    • Collaborate on the delivery of year-round athlete programming for Junior Racers and Track Attack that aligns with Nordiq Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Model, including working with volunteer coaching staff to ensure appropriate dryland and on-snow programming
    • Provide technical feedback to athletes to ensure physical competency of all cross-country ski techniques as appropriate for the athlete’s development
    • Support volunteer coaches’ ongoing development
    • Facilitate mentorship opportunities between athletes at various stages of development
    • Uphold a safe, inclusive, and positive training environment, with Safe Sport practices, BJSC policies, appropriate supervision standards, and risk management
    • Support the organization of camps, races, and other events
    • Attend races as negotiated with the Head Coach, providing leadership, coaching support, wax selection, logistics, direction to parent and coach volunteers, and other tasks as needed
    • Maintain familiarity with BJSC Board activities, contribute to ongoing improvement of club operations, and assist in planning and execution of club events as necessary
    • Collaborate with the Bunnies and Jack Rabbits Program Coaches as directed by the Director of Skier Development
    • Collaborate effectively with the BJSC Skier Development Director
    • Collaborate with the BJSC Race Hosting Committee
    • Attend monthly Skier Development Program (SDP) Committee meetings
    • Other duties as directed by the Director of Skier Development

    The position will require travel as well as working in the evenings and on weekends.

    How to Apply

    Submit the following to sdp@skiblackjack.ca:

    • Resume with two references
    • Cover letter outlining how you meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications, with concrete examples (2,000 words maximum)

    The position will remain open until filled. All applicants are thanked in advance; only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

    For more information about the club, visit www.skiblackjack.ca.

  • Park City Ski & Snowboard Seeks Head Cross Country Competition Coach

    Park City Ski & Snowboard Seeks Head Cross Country Competition Coach

     

    Park City Ski & Snowboard is seeking a Head Cross Country Competition Coach to lead its U16+ competitive Nordic program. The full-time, year-round position reports to Cross Country Director Emma Garrard.

    Below is the full job description.

     

    Reports To: Cross Country Director, Emma Garrard
    Employment Status: Full-time, year-round, salaried exempt
    Compensation: Annual salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits
    Athlete Focus: U16 and above

    Position Summary

    The Head Comp Team Coach will manage the coaching staff, run the competitive calendar, and represent PCSS in the Regional and National Nordic community. This position requires someone who can coach at a high level and manage staff, budgets, calendars, and travel around the country for training and races, while upholding PCSS core values of Passion, Accountability, Respect, Team, and Integrity.

    Program Leadership & Staff Management

    • Design and execute a multi-year training and competition framework, consistent with US Ski & Snowboard Training System principles
    • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate XC comp assistant coaches
    • Lead staff meetings and maintain clear communication
    • Maintain a strong focus on positive team culture
    • Collaborate with the Director on program goals, budget planning, and seasonal priorities
    • Contribute to the recruitment and retention of quality coaching staff
    • Prioritize strong communication with the Director, staff, and parents
    • Attend PCSS staff meetings and all-program events as requested by PCSS leadership
    • Support PCSS-hosted events and fundraising initiatives

    Technical Coaching & Athlete Development

    • Implement and evaluate individual and team training plans on an annual and multi-year basis
    • Lead on-snow sessions 5–6 days per week during the training season, with full preparation and follow-up
    • Develop and execute strength and conditioning programs, including dryland
    • Conduct formal athlete evaluations semi-annually covering individual goals, technique, physical, psychological attributes, and equipment domains
    • Maintain current knowledge of FIS, USSS, and Divisional rules, regulations, and athlete advancement pathways
    • Stay current in coaching methodology through continued education, clinics, and engagement with the national Nordic community
    • Manage race-day waxing and equipment preparation
    • Establish clear pathways to the comp team within other PCSS Cross Country programs by working with development coaches

    Competition & Travel

    • Manage all aspects of competition scheduling — race entries, travel logistics, lodging, and transportation
    • Lead the coaching staff and athletes at all competition events
    • Oversee competition ski preparation and course previewing
    • Provide real-time coaching feedback and athlete support during racing
    • Conduct post-competition reviews with athletes and staff to inform future training decisions
    • Attend Intermountain Division meetings and assist with Junior Nationals planning
    • Manage competition expense tracking and reporting
    • Uphold and maintain PCSS vehicles

    Administrative Responsibilities

    • Assist with the annual Cross Country budget
    • Use Playmetrics and other approved platforms for scheduling, communication, athlete records, and training logs
    • Ensure all athletes and coaching staff maintain required USSS licenses, SafeSport compliance, and certifications
    • Support end-of-season evaluation, awards, and program planning processes

    Qualifications

    • Minimum 3 years of coaching experience in a competitive Nordic environment
    • Current US Ski & Snowboard Level 200 coaching license, or ability to obtain within first season
    • Current SafeSport certification and compliance
    • First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
    • Valid driver’s license with clean record
    • Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft 365, Playmetrics, and training management platforms
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Demonstrated ability to manage staff, budgets, and multi-week travel logistics
    • Experience with strength and conditioning program design for endurance athletes
    • Knowledge of FIS rules and athlete advancement procedures

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to work up to 6–8 hours per day outside in all weather conditions
    • Capacity to lift and transport equipment up to 75 lbs
    • Ability to perform course and race site preparation work
    • Available for weekend and holiday work throughout the competition season
    • Willingness and ability to travel for training camps and competitions, including multi-night trips
    • Stamina to demonstrate technique and participate in training sessions

     

    APPLY NOW

     

    This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. PCSS management reserves the right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this description at any time. All offers are contingent on successful background check completion.

    To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and references to: egarrard@parkcityss.org