Reports to: Cross-Country Director
Employment Status: Part-time hourly employee, non-exempt, May- March
Supervises: Cross Country Comp athletes
Position Summary
Park City Ski & Snowboard (PCSS), one of North America’s premier winter sports organizations, seeks a passionate and dedicated Cross Country Competition Team Assistant Coach. This position plays a vital role in developing competitive Nordic athletes while upholding PCSS’s core values of Passion, Accountability, Respect, Team, and Integrity.
- The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for youth development
- Show commitment to both athletic excellence and character development
- Display strong leadership and team-building capabilities
- Exhibit proactive problem-solving abilities
- Maintain high personal and professional standards
Primary Responsibilities
- Leadership & Program Development
- Support the head coach in implementing comprehensive training programs
- Attend 3-5 practice sessions per week with preparation time
- Assist in competition preparation and execution
- Contribute to team culture development and athlete progression
- Support PCSS-hosted events and fundraising initiatives
- Technical & Administration
- Maintain current knowledge of local, national, and international Nordic regulations
- Assist with race-day waxing and equipment preparation
- Participate in staff meetings and development sessions
- Contribute to parent education initiatives
- Support end-of-season evaluation and awards process
- Competition & Travel
- Travel to competitions and training camps
- Provide on-site athlete coaching and support
- Assist with competition site preparation
- Support team logistics and equipment management
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
- Demonstrated ability to work with youth athletes
- Excellence in written and verbal communication
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Extensive Nordic skiing knowledge
- Hold a current US Ski & Snowboard Level 100 coaches license
- Hold and maintain SafeSport compliance
- Possess First aid, CPR, and AED certifications
- Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Digital platform proficiency (Google Suite, Microsoft 365, Playmetrics)
Physical Requirements
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather extremes.
- Assist at practice and competition sites, including the ability to lift heavy objects.
- Stamina to demonstrate and participate in training sessions
- Available for weekend work during competition season
- Ability to manage high-stress environments while maintaining positivity
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of the job description at any time without prior notice.
Park City Ski & Snowboard
P.O. Box 981763 / 3419 Olympic Parkway Suite 102, Park City UT 84098
www.parkcityss.org
