Northern Michigan University Seeking Assistant Ski Coach

Fasterskier; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Michigan University in Marquette, MI seeks an Assistant Ski Coach to support the Head Ski Coach in all duties for the Intercollegiate Ski Programs. The role focuses on coaching, mentoring student-athletes, and contributing to program success.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, NCAA compliance knowledge or willingness to learn, CPR certification or ability to obtain, and demonstrated collegiate-level coaching or racing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education or experience.
• NCAA learning portal proficiency, or passing within one month of hire.
• Possess a current CPR certification or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Demonstrated successful skiing coaching or racing experience at the collegiate or comparative level or coaching experience at the collegiate, comparative or high school level.
• Commitment to the academic success of student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Ski Coach with all assigned duties.
• Contribute to the development and execution of training plans.
• Support NCAA compliance and student-athlete academic success.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

NCAA compliance

Teaching / instruction

Time management

Communication skills

Performance monitoring

Creativity in problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Video editing software

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

Northern Michigan University is seeking applications for an Assistant Ski Coach. The position will assist the Head Ski Coach with all assigned duties associated with the Intercollegiate Ski Programs.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. NCAA learning portal proficiency, or passing within one month of hire. Possess a current CPR certification or the ability to obtain upon hire. Demonstrated successful skiing coaching or racing experience at the collegiate or comparative level or coaching experience at the collegiate, comparative or high school level. No prior involvement with NCAA major rules violations. Commitment to the academic success of student athletes.

Required knowledge/skills/abilities:

Knowledge of NCAA and conference compliance rules.

Education and Training – Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Instructing – Teaching others how to do something. Oral and Written Communication – Active listening, speaking, and writing which ensures comprehension and understanding in both the speaker and target audience. Time Management – Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

Social Perceptiveness – Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions. Monitoring – Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Ability to demonstrate both classic and skating techniques. Ability to use various computer software applications to include video editing systems. Ability to organize effectively. Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Ability to come up with unusual or original ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem. Ability to establish a good rapport and effective working relationship with student athletes, coaches, assistant coaches, administrators, college faculty and staff, alumni, professional colleagues, and the general public. Ability to actively look for ways to help people. Ability to work effectively under stressful and high-pressure situations. Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

The position is variable shift/variable days depending upon playing schedule, recruiting demands and department events. The targeted salary range is $32,000-$36,000.

Northern Michigan University, with 7,900 students and 177 degree programs, is located along the shore of Lake Superior in the vibrant, historic city of Marquette, consistently named a top spot in the nation to raise a family, vacation, and enjoy an excellent quality of life. See more at www.nmu.edu/marquette. For a summary of the benefits offered by Northern Michigan University, visit https://nmu.edu/hr/benefits and under summary of benefits, select administrative professional.

NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff.