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Coach, Paralympic Nordic Skiing

United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee

United States

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USD 76,000 - 85,000

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Job summary

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee is seeking a passionate and mission-driven individual for the role of Coach, Paralympic Nordic Skiing. This position involves developing year-round training programs for athletes, leading training activities, and collaborating with staff to promote high-performance standards. Ideal candidates should possess pertinent coaching certifications, substantial experience, and a commitment to fostering athletes' success in the Paralympic movement.

Benefits

Eligible for USOPC benefits

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years coaching biathlon and/or cross-country skiing.
Minimum 3 years supervisory experience preferably leading coaches.
US Ski & Snowboard Cross Country Level 100 Coach Certification.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of annual and seasonal training plans.
Oversee facility and performance service requests.
Provide coaching and support at practices and competitions.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sports training and sport science equipment

Standard office equipment

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Description

Are you mission-driven and passionate about helping others succeed?

Do you strive to lead, follow, and act with integrity?

Are you the one who honors your commitments?

Is building trusting relationships an integral part of why you do what you do?

Do you push limits and challenge the status quo?

If you answered

Description

Are you mission-driven and passionate about helping others succeed?

Do you strive to lead, follow, and act with integrity?

Are you the one who honors your commitments?

Is building trusting relationships an integral part of why you do what you do?

Do you push limits and challenge the status quo?

If you answeredYES,keep reading to discover how you can significantly contribute to Team USA's success!

Here's a Summary Of Responsibilities

Within the global parameters of theU.S. ParalympicsNordic SkiingHigh Performance strategy and USOPCParalympicSport Performance priorities, the Coach will exercise principal leadership in the development and implementation of performance-focused year-round training programs for U.S. ParalympicsNordic Skiingprogramsand athletes. TheCoach will lead day-to-day training atvarious sites and,in collaboration with theSeniorDirector,Internally Managed Sportsand otherprogramstaff, lead key programmatic activities. The Coach will promote and support the Olympic and Paralympic movements and contribute to overall planning, sport planning,and implementation ofthe Internally Managed Sports (IMS) teamandUSOPC organizationalpriorities.

Here’s How You ‘ll Have An Impact

Leadthedevelopment of annual and seasonal training plans and daily workouts for national teamathletes, as well asdevelopment athletes asappropriate.
Lead in the execution of athletes’ individual training programs and execution of strategies in national team athletes’ Personal Performance Plans.
Set training courses, assist indevelopingequipment list for each project, andmaintainrelationships with training sites and other partners as relevant.
Oversee facility and performance service requests and availability with athlete schedules to maximize training and recovery.
Provide leadership and direction to contract coaches and other program staff.
Track athlete performances, workout data, sport science data, and annual progress reports and graphs as relevant for the program.
Contribute to the development of a rolling high-performance plan for the U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing Program.
Provide coaching and support to athletes at team practices, camps, and competitions.
In collaboration with the Senior Director, plan travel and logistics for theNordic Skiingprogram to competitions, camps, events,and other scheduled activities.
Establish andmaintain positive working relationships with NGB staff, local Nordic Skiing programs, other local partners, and othersboth internal and external tothe Nordic Skiing community as beneficial to the program.
Contribute to the creation and implementation of Nordic-specific programs within the overall IMS strategy, utilizing available USOPC resources and partnerships with other organizationsas needed.
Perform other duties assigned.

Here are the skills and experience you'll need to be effective:

Bachelor’sdegreeOR equivalent experience
US Ski & Snowboard (USSS) Cross Country Level 100 Coach Certification
Participation in a USSS or USBA coach education course within the last 2 years
USBA Coaches License
Minimum5years of experience coachingbiathlonand/or cross-country skiing
Minimum3years of supervisory experience, preferably as a head coach leading 2or more coaches
Professional experience with Paralympic programs desired
Proven ability to promote sport performance
Demonstrated leadershipandcollaborationskills,bothwith athletes and staff
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain professional demeanor and contribute to a positive working and training environment

Here Are The Tools, Equipment, & Conditions

Standard office equipment
Sports training and sport science equipment
Sport training and competition venues
Hotels, dorms,and other camp and competition environments
Significant national and international travel
Regular attendance at work is an essential job function

Here's Where You'll Work

Remote

Here's Some More Information You Need To Know

Hiring pay range: $76,178- $85,000 per year
This Full-Time, Temporary position is intended to work 40hours per week.
Benefits: This position will be eligible for USOPC benefits. You can view a summary here.

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