Head Nordic Ski Coach - Build Elite XC and Jumping Team

Fasterskier; Vermont; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont Academy is seeking a Head Coach to oversee Nordic skiing, including cross-country, Nordic combined, and jumping for both boys and girls. The role includes organizing and hosting events, managing facilities, and coordinating training and competition schedules.

You will actively recruit promising student athletes while upholding the academy’s core values. The Head Coach will ensure health and safety, develop character, and collaborate with the West Dover program to align vision and goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience as a competitive Nordic skier and/or jumper.
• Sport-specific knowledge.
• Race coordination and travel logistics.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, e-mail, and web-based applications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CPR and First Aid required.
• Evenings and weekend work required as well as travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Nordic skiing at Vermont Academy, including cross-country, Nordic combined, and jumping for both male and female athletes.
• Organize and host events and manage Nordic skiing facilities.
• Arrange training and competition schedules and actively recruit student athletes.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director and West Dover program to develop vision and purpose.

Skills

Competitive Nordic skier

Sport-specific knowledge

Race coordination & travel logistics

CPR & First Aid

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Email

Web-based applications

Job description

Vermont Academy is seeking a Head Coach to oversee Nordic skiing, including cross-country, Nordic combined, and jumping for both boys and girls. The role includes organizing and hosting events, managing facilities, and coordinating training and competition schedules.

You will actively recruit promising student athletes while upholding the academy’s core values. The Head Coach will ensure health and safety, develop character, and collaborate with the West Dover program to align vision and goals.