Glacier Nordic Club (GNC) is based out of Whitefish, Montana. Named one of the “Top 25 Ski Towns in the World” by National Geographic, Whitefish is located on the shores of Whitefish Lake and at the base of Big Mountain-home to Whitefish Mountain Resort. A short jaunt to Glacier National Park, Whitefish is a year-round outdoor destination. Glacier Nordic Club operations include rentals and lessons at the Glacier Nordic Center, winter grooming at multiple locations, and education for ages 4-18 plus adults through the Glacier Nordic Ski Team (GNST). In the 2023-2024 season, GNC youth enrollment in GNST programs reached 250 participants.
Position: Head Comp Team Coach
Employment Terms: Full-time, October 2024 to March 2025, with potential for year-round position. Opportunity for part-time summer position for summer training, June-September 2024.
Pay: Based on experience and availability
Position Summary: Provide coaching, organization, and leadership for the Glacier Nordic Club Comp Team, for ages 14-18.
Essential Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Background:
- Passion around the mission of GNC and GNST.
- Hold and maintain a USSA Level 100 or higher Coach certification.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong managerial, administrative, and organizational skills.
- Strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to plan, facilitate, and adapt in your work structure.
- Comprehensive knowledge in Nordic waxing and equipment.
- Comprehensive knowledge in Nordic training and technique.
- Computer competency in Microsoft Excel, with ability to learn other systems.
- Maintain a drug, tobacco and alcohol free environment at work.
- Completion of background screening and Safesport.
- Prefer past Nordic race experience at a collegiate level.
- Physical ability to ski, run, rollerski, and lift up to 50lbs if needed.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- NOTE: This role involves strenuous outdoor activities requiring an appropriate level of fitness and an ability to withstand seasonal elements including snow, wind, and extreme cold. Additionally, these activities may require standing for long periods of time, bending, squatting, lifting overhead, and walking on snow and ice.
To apply, please send resume and contact information to glaciernordicskiteam@gmail.com
