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).
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.
