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Durango Nordic Ski Club Seeks Executive Director

Durango Nordic Ski Club Is Searching for Its Next Trailblazing Leader Durango Nordic Ski Club is looking for an Executive Director who can glide between big-picture strategy and daily operations with ease. This role leads the strategic direction of the organization alongside a committed and involved Board of Directors. Key responsibilities include supervising staff, fundraising, financial management, and building strong community connections — all in service of fulfilling our organization’s mission. This position reports directly to...

Methow Valley Nordic Ski Educational Foundation Seeks Assistant Coach

Position:  MVNT Assistant Coach   The Methow Valley Ski Educational Foundation (MVNSEF) started as a small ski team in the late 1980s and was formally established in 1998 as a 501(c)(3). We have grown to include many programs, initiatives, and events. We serve over 300 youth, adults, and para-athletes through our cross-country skiing, biathlon, and after-school Ski Cubs programs. While we have supported several current and past Olympians, Paralympians, and National Team athletes in both cross-country...

University of Alaska Anchorage Seeks Assistant Coach

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) Department of Athletics is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Coach – Men’s and Women’s Nordic Ski. Seawolf Athletics is a member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC), and competes in multiple National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) divisions. The Seawolf program features 13 teams competing at both the Division 1 and Division II levels. UAA Athletics Mission We support the educational mission of the University of...

Biathlon Mourns Loss of German Olympic and World Champion Laura Dahlmeier

The International Biathlon Union is deeply saddened to learn that former Olympic and World Champion Laura Dahlmeier has passed away at the age of 31 following a tragic mountaineering accident in Pakistan. Laura was one of the greatest athletes to grace biathlon and her loss is felt deeply by everyone in biathlon, the wider German sport family and beyond. The IBU’s thoughts are with Laura’s family and friends during this very difficult time. Throughout her...

University of Denver Seeks Head Coach

Job no: 498125 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Categories: Athletics Division: Athletics About the University of Denver Located where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, the University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that defines our region and our history. DU is a private institution built on exploration through research and collaboration among educators, students, and local and global communities. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for...

Grand Targhee Ski & Snowboard Foundation Seeks Program Director

    The Program Director reports to the Executive Director and oversees discipline managers (coaches) to ensure that Fundamentals, Development, Race, Freeride, Snowboard, and Nordic programs thrive. The right person is self-motivated, proficient at time-management, leadership skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of FIS, USSA, and IFSA are a plus. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The Program Director will work with the Fundamental, Development, Race, Freeride, Snowboard, and Nordic...

SoME Snow Looks to Bring Snowmaking and Reliable Skiing to Southern Maine

A group of nordic enthusiasts in southern Maine is planning to launch a new trail system in the Greater Portland Area with snowmaking.  Inspired by the successful introduction of snowmaking to nordic facilities in other parts of New England, Southern Maine Snow & Trails, is on a mission to provide reliable snow conditions and extend the season in a region that is rich in nordic racing history, close to two competitive EISA programs, and home to a significant population of current and potential skiers.   SoME...

Williams College Seeks Assistant Coach

Williams College, a Division III institution and member of the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA) and New England Small College Athletics Conference (NESCAC), is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Nordic Ski Coach. This is a 40 hour per week, 10-month position with a full meal plan and a benefit package spread over 12 months, and also provides full tuition-remission of graduate school after six months of employment. Williams Skiing, has a long history...

TUNA Seeks Head Coach/Program Director

The Utah Nordic Alliance is based in Salt Lake City and is a member of the Intermountain Division. Our mission is to create the process and the pathway that challenges each skier to grow to their fullest potential, both in competitive Nordic skiing and the lifelong love of outdoor sport. Our vision: There is a place in the program for everyone Entry for skiers, youth, parent, and adults can happen at any age Skiers must...

Nordiq Canada Seeks Events and Officials Manager

Position Title: Events and Officials Manager Reporting Structure: Reports to: Chief Executive Officer  Summary Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Events and Officials Manager is responsible for leading and managing the domestic events program and the official’s development pathway. Duties and Responsibilities Provides input to the development of the strategic direction and annual plans to ensure sustainable domestic competition opportunities for development, high performance and recreational skiers Lead the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation...

Bogus Basin Nordic Team Seeks Comp Coach

Comp Coach Details: Reports to BBNT Head Coach & Program Director, and Executive Director Flexible start date (September – October) Part-time in September and full-time October-March Would consider a candidate for winter only Pay is dependent on experience and availability Due to the seasonal nature of this job (much more is required during winter than in summer), we can build this position/schedule around the right candidate. The Bogus Basin Nordic Team (BBNT) in Boise, ID,...

Endurance United Seeks Nordic Program Director and Junior Team Head Coach

Job Title: Nordic Program Director and Junior Team Head Coach Job Status: Full-Time. Salary range $40,000-$50,000 based on experience and qualifications. Evenings and weekends required. Description: The Nordic Program Director and Junior Team Head Coach is responsible for the design, management, and oversight of all Nordic ski programming and all aspects of each of these programs, with a particular emphasis on the Junior Nordic Ski  Team. Duties and Responsibilities: Develop yearly plans for all Nordic...

Endurance United Youth Nordic Head Coach

Job Title: EU Youth Nordic Head Coach (primary focus is EU Skiwerx) Job Status: Part-Time, 20 hours per week (approximate hours, will vary based on season), salary range $18,000-$20,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Evenings and weekends are required. Description: The EU Youth Head Coach is responsible for the curriculum, organization, and lead coaching role for the EU Skiwerx program. This program is subject to change based on the season (e.g., spring, summer, fall, and...

Auburn Ski Club Seeks Head Development Coach

Auburn Ski Club (ASC) is a historic non-profit organization that has been dedicated to providing snow sports to the greater Northern California region since 1928. Today, ASC operates a snow sports Training Center (TC) on Donner Summit that provides athletic programs, USSS/FIS competition/training venues, and youth snowsports teams ranging from entry to elite level for Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic, and Biathlon. The TC cross-country venue also operates as a 25km Nordic Center open to the public....

Auburn Ski Club Seeks Biathlon Range Master

The ASC is a non-profit organization operating a snow sports facility with Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic, Biathlon programs, clinics, competitions, and social events with a 25km Nordic Center open to the public. ASC was born from the visionary founders of the Auburn Ski Club in 1928. For years the organization worked as a ski club to support snow sports in Northern California. Today, we operate with much a broader regional reach with multiple snow sport disciplines,...

Jim Galanes—the FasterSkier Interview

This article was made possible through the generous support of our voluntary subscribers.  If you want more coverage like this, please support FasterSkier with a voluntary subscription.   Coach, competitor, correspondent, commentator—Jim Galanes has spent a lifetime on cross country skis, always serving as a keen observer of our sport. A three-time Olympian in both Cross-Country and Nordic Combined, Jim has tested the theories, initiated the instruction, assessed the results. Now, FasterSkier is thrilled to announce...

21 Athletes Named to the 2025-26 Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team

U.S. Ski & Snowboard officially nominates 21 athletes to the 2025-26 Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team roster. The team is nominated based on pre-determined selection criteria. The U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team announces its teams in two phases: nomination and acceptance. The athletes are formally nominated to the Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team in May. Pending their acceptance of the nomination and adherence to the team expectations outlined in the team criteria, athletes will...

GMVS Seeks Nordic Program Director

Green Mountain Valley School, located in Waitsfield, VT, is seeking an experienced, inspiring, and mission-aligned Nordic Program Director to lead its cross-country ski program and help shape the next generation of champions and leaders. Interested in Learning More? As Nordic Program Director, you’ll oversee all aspects of our Nordic program, from high-level coaching and athlete development to program strategy and recruitment. You’ll play a key leadership role in a collaborative school community that values excellence,...

Revelstoke Nordic Seeks Head Coach

Revelstoke, BC, Canada Job Opportunity: Nordic Head Coach Reports To: Head Coach Supervisor Closing Date: 8:00PM, PST. May 16, 2025 The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club (RNSC) is currently seeking a motivated and energetic individual to fill the full-time position of Nordic Head Coach. The position will lead and/or oversee programming from the Learning to Train through to the Training to Win phases of athlete development. The RNSC is a nationally affiliated club and a registered...

Park City Ski & Snowboard Seeks Devo Lead Coach

  Employment Status: Part-time hourly employee, non-exempt, June – March   Supervises: Cross Country Devo athletes, assistant coaching staff    Click to Apply   Position Summary Park City Ski & Snowboard (PCSS), one of North America’s premier winter sports organizations, seeks a dynamic and passionate cross-country devo Lead Coach. This key position serves as the crucial bridge between our foundational Kickers and Gliders program and our high-performance Competition team, developing athletes ages 9-14 through a comprehensive...