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Soldier Hollow Seeks Venue Operations Supervisor
Soldier Hollow Nordic Center is hiring a Venue Operations Supervisor to run snowmaking, snowcat grooming and trail operations at the Midway, Utah venue that hosted biathlon and cross country skiing at the 2002 Olympics.

The job is full time and year round, and it sits at the center of how the venue works. Winter means building base, setting classic and skate track, shaping the tubing hill and prepping racecourses. Summer means mountain bike trail construction, roller ski trail repair, mowing and fleet maintenance across 31 kilometers of terrain.

Soldier Hollow is operated by the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, which also runs the Utah Olympic Park in Park City and the Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns. With the Games returning to Salt Lake City in 2034, the venue crew is preparing trails that have to work for World Cup athletes and first time skiers alike.

Skiers training near the biathlon range and the Sports Discovery Center at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center in Midway, Utah. (Photo: Tanzi Propst)

The Position

From the posting: “Soldier Hollow Nordic Center in Midway, Utah, is hiring a Venue Operations Supervisor to work in snowmaking, snowcat grooming, and trail operations at the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic biathlon and cross-country venue. With the Olympics returning to Utah in 2034, you’ll help prepare Olympic-caliber trails for daily skiing and events and assist with maintenance and operations of this year-round facility. If you’re a hands-on leader who knows snowcats, snow guns, and trail building, keep reading.”

Schedule, Pay and Benefits
- Full time, year round, hourly position
- Pay range: $24 to $30 per hour, depending on experience
- Overtime eligible and expected during winter operation
- Winter: the weather sets the day. Snowfall, temperatures and events shape each shift, and prime snowmaking happens overnight
- Spring through fall: Monday to Friday, plus event weekends
- Medical, dental and vision
- HSA and 403(b) retirement with company matches
- Up to $200 wellness credit
- Friends and family vouchers for winter tubing, the bobsled experience, a Utah Olympic Park summer gold pass and more
The start and finish area built for a race at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center. (Photo: Tanzi Propst)

What the Job Asks For

Must haves:
- 3+ years of snowcat grooming and snowmaking experience
- 2+ years maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, snowmobiles and vehicles
- 1+ years leading a field crew, including hiring, training and scheduling
- Experience preparing venues and courses for events such as mountain biking, cross country skiing or biathlon races
- Valid driver’s license
- Comfortable with snowmaking software, equipment logs, email and the Nordic Pulse app
- Ready to work outdoors in every Wasatch season
Nice to haves:
- Chief of Course experience
- Welding skills
- Three phase electrical experience
- Nordic ski area operations background
Tubing lanes built and maintained each winter at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center. (Photo: Tanzi Propst)

A Day in the Life

From the posting: “Winter starts with an aggressive snowmaking push. When temperatures drop overnight, you and your crew fire up the system and build base so the tubing hill and ski trails open on time. Once the snow is down, you set classic and skate track, shape the tubing hill, and prep racecourses. In summer, you shift to mountain bike trail construction, roller ski trail repair, mowing, and fleet maintenance. Every day, you lead alongside your crew, and every athlete, family, and racer feels the result.”

An aerial view of the trail network at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center. (Photo: Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation)

Why Soldier Hollow

“As part of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, Soldier Hollow exists to cultivate champions in sport and in life,” the posting reads. “Our venue crew is preparing for 2034, and we’re not afraid to try new things. Last winter, we stored 12,000 cubic meters of snow to jump-start this season. You’ll join a crew that values fresh ideas, building trails for World Cup athletes, first-time skiers, and mountain bikers across 31 kilometers.”

The foundation describes the person it is looking for this way: “You’re happiest with grease on your hands and a plan for tomorrow’s grooming. You bring Grit to midnight snowmaking shifts and Excellence to every corduroy line, always looking for a better way. You build a strong crew through Collaboration, working right beside your team. You want your work to have Impact on athletes chasing Olympic dreams and on the Community that skis, bikes, and hikes these trails.”

How to Apply

Apply through the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation listing:

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/7370A63A8DB70800393D1A4081251E14/jobs/221416

The role is also listed on the foundation’s careers page at utaholympiclegacy.org/careers, alongside a seasonal Snowmaking, Grooming and Trail Crew Lead position at Soldier Hollow. Questions about hiring can go to hr@uolf.org or 435.658.4218.
October 2, 2026
The Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks Seeks Head Coach
The Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks (NSCF) is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic head coach to lead its Fairbanks Cross Country (FXC) junior racing and training program.

Position details
- Salary: $45,000 to $59,000 DOE
- Benefits: Flexible personal time off during training breaks and a $5,000 health stipend
- Relocation assistance: Negotiable
About FXC and NSCF

FXC has been a cornerstone of competitive skiing in Fairbanks for 20 years, growing from fewer than a dozen participants to more than 60 skiers, ages 10–18. The program includes seasonal and year-round training at the Competition, Prep, and Junior Development levels.

The FXC coaching team consists of:
- One year-round assistant coach
- Part-time seasonal coaches for additional support
Beyond FXC, NSCF offers other programs:
- Junior Nordic (for younger skiers up to middle school)
- Adult lessons
- Biathlon
- Masters training
Why Fairbanks?

Fairbanks boasts one of the longest natural snow ski seasons in the U.S. — late October through April — at an elevation under 1,000 feet. The Birch Hill Recreation Area serves as FXC’s home venue, featuring an outstanding trail network and world-class facilities.

FXC resources include:
- Dedicated training space at Birch Hill
- A 12-passenger van and gear trailer
- A robust race schedule, including local races, JNQ events across Alaska, and U.S. National Championships
- Opportunities to coach on the Alaska Junior National Team
Living and coaching in Fairbanks

The Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks, with close to 1,000 members and a strong financial foundation, has been a leader in cross-country skiing for more than 50 years. Fairbanks has a strong high school ski culture and a deeply supportive ski community.

Beyond skiing, Fairbanks offers:
- Outdoor recreation: World-class Nordic trails, running, mountain biking, road biking, fat biking, and mushing
- Arts and culture: A vibrant music and arts scene
- Higher education: Home to the University of Alaska Fairbanks, which has its own cross-country ski team
- Travel connectivity: Excellent airline connections to major U.S. airports
- Community: A welcoming, tight-knit borough with a population of roughly 100,000
How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and résumé to executivedirector@nscfairbanks.org by the end of the day on May 20, 2026. A selection committee from NSCF will conduct interviews in person or electronically with qualified applicants.

For more information

Contact Thad Keener at executivedirector@nscfairbanks.org or (907) 978-6343.

Join us in leading and inspiring the next generation of Nordic skiers.
May 7, 2026
UAF Seeks Assistant Nordic Ski Coach for Storied Collegiate Program
Position: Assistant Men’s and Women’s Nordic Ski Coach
Employer: University of Alaska Fairbanks
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Type: Full-time, 11-month, term-funded, exempt
Priority Application Review: May 20, 2026 (open until filled)

About the Position

The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Nordic Ski Coach plays a key role in supporting one of the nation’s premier collegiate ski programs. Working alongside the Head Coach, this position helps foster a high-performance environment grounded in growth, development, and teamwork. As part of the UAF Athletics Department and the broader Fairbanks ski community, the assistant coach will mentor student-athletes both on and off the trails, helping them excel in competition while preparing for success beyond college.

Success in this position comes from being an excellent communicator who inspires and guides college-aged athletes to reach their highest potential. The right candidate will mentor with patience and confidence while bringing out the best in both individuals and the team as a whole. On race days, the ability to stay calm, make quick decisions, and adapt under pressure will be essential. Creativity in problem-solving, flexibility in coaching approaches, and a balance of working effectively within a team while taking initiative independently will help the assistant coach excel in this role.

Joe Davies (UAF) during his NCAA Championship-winning performance in the 10 k skate in Lake Placid, New York, in the 2023 championship. (Photo: (c) 2023 Nancie Battaglia)

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of relevant coaching experience at the collegiate level, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Cross-country ski racing experience.
- A valid Alaska Driver’s License and a clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.
Preferred:
- Degree earned while participating as an athlete at the candidate’s institution.
- B.A. or B.S. in Physiology, Biology, Physics, or similar — though other majors are not excluded.
- USSS Coaches Education L-100 certification, or equivalent.
Further ski- and NCAA-related education will be provided as part of the position.

Position Details

This is a full-time, 11-month, term-funded, exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties.

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

Eventually, Kendall Kramer (UAF – right) skied to a 35-second victory for the individual Women’s 20 k Freestyle NCAA Championship in 2025. (Photo: Tobias Albrigtsen)

Application Timeline

Application review will begin on May 20, 2026. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration; however, the recruitment will remain open until filled.

How to Apply

View the full list of job responsibilities.

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/7133551

Questions

For questions regarding this position, contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator:
- Email: bjtappa@alaska.edu
- Phone: 907-474-6353
Rosie Fordham 2x NCAA Champion and Olympian this past season. (Photo: Lexi Pline)

Additional Information

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. For assistance with this application or any phase of the interview process, contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting university business. Applications submitted to the University of Alaska are subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing campus safety information and crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years. Reports are available online: UAA | UAF | UAS. Paper copies are available upon request.
May 6, 2026
Auburn Ski Club Seeks Nordic Sports Program Director
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 (TC) 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.

Position Details

Position: Nordic Sports Program Director
Employer: Auburn Ski Club Inc.
Reports to: Executive Director
Employment: 11 Months, Full Time
Compensation: $65,000 – $80,000 salary per year
Benefits: Per employee handbook and employment offer

Function

The Nordic Sports Program Director is responsible for Nordic and Biathlon programming at the ASC Training Center. This role ensures that Nordic and Biathlon programming, scheduling, and competitions align with the ASC Training Center’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.

The Nordic Sports Director is also a member of the leadership team, which includes the Executive Director, Program Directors, and administrative and accounting staff.

Responsibilities and Duties
1. Program Management and Coaching
  Plan, manage, coach, and execute Nordic programs at the ASC Training Center, ranging from entry-level programs through development teams, varsity school teams, and high-level competition ski teams. Responsibilities include managing year-round training schedules, hosting competitions, organizing travel to competitions, running clinics and camps, and supporting participation in Far West Nordic, USSS, FIS, and CNISSF events. Work with the Competition Services Department to host and execute competitions.
2. Athlete Development and Program Operations
  Develop and execute technical progressions that provide athletes with a pathway to reach their full potential while fostering a lifelong passion for snow sports in alignment with the ASC Training Center’s mission and strategic plan. Work with the leadership team on recruitment strategies, program communications, Training Center operations, coordination of the overall Training Center schedule, and production of website, social media, and printed content.
3. Staff Leadership and Program Coordination
  Recruit, hire, train, and schedule paid coaching staff and volunteer coaches to meet the needs of the program and athletes. In coordination with HR, ensure all employee onboarding requirements are completed prior to employment. Coordinate with and oversee the Biathlon Program Director to conduct joint ski training sessions, share trail and training space, maintain race equipment, and support shared development goals for cross-country and biathlon athletes. Develop and implement staff risk management training and athlete safety protocols in accordance with ASC operational policies and procedures.
4. Budgeting and Strategic Planning
  Develop an annual budget in coordination with the Executive Director. Participate in capital improvement planning and strategic planning with the leadership team and Board of Directors. Prepare reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
5. Leadership Team Participation
  As a member of the leadership team, assist with additional tasks and special projects as needed. These may include website management, social media, email newsletters, advertising, collateral materials, registration, public relations, and HR support.
Qualifications
- Extensive proven technical knowledge of Nordic racing and a passion for the sport
- Ability to positively inspire athletes of all ages and skill levels
- Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills
- Proven customer service experience working with athletes and families
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and remain productive when unsupervised
- Computer proficiency and strong administrative skills
- Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment as required
- Ability to work in winter weather and across varied snow surfaces, both on and off skis
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on and off snow
- Submission of a motor vehicle record acceptable to ASC insurance
- USSS Certification
- Successful completion of company and state employment requirements
How to Apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to Awarren@ASCtrainingcenter.org

Email Subject Line: ASC Nordic Director Position

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
March 4, 2026