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Tahoe Cross Country has a two-part position available for the 2009-10 season. Part 1: Masters Clinician Develop a pre-season and in-season training and technique program for racers and active skiers in the North Lake Tahoe area. A great opportunity to develop a new program in a great skiing community. Scheduling allows for weekend racing on the far west calendar. Salary based on program participation, clinician receives majority of registration fees. Examples of programs include Great...

UAF Seeks Assistant Men’s & Women’s XC Ski & CC Running Coach

After five years at UAF, Ingrid Olson, our assistant for cross country skiing and cross country running, has decided to move on. She will be heading to nursing school. So, we are actively searching for a new assistant for men’s & women’s cross country skiing and men’s & women’s cross country running. This is a nine month contract with a good salary, university benefits, a winning tradition, cold weather, and lots of travel. Click here...

Job Opportunity: FXC Assistant Coach

Fairbanks Cross Country (FXC), the year-round junior training and racing program of the Nordic Ski Club Fairbanks is seeking an assistant coach to work as part of a team of professional and volunteer coaches dedicated to helping local junior skiers get the most out of their skiing experience. FXC is a three year-old program made up of approximately 30 J3-OJ athletes.  The athletes are divided into two training groups, the Devo Team for Middle School...

St. Lawrence University, a DIII member of the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association, is seeking an Assistant Nordic Ski Coach. The position is scheduled to begin August 15th and end on May 15th with the option to renew based upon performance. A Bachelor’s degree is required with collegiate level or higher competition and/or coaching experience preferred. Duties to include: assisting with the day-to-day operation of the program as well as recruiting and team administrative responsibilities. The...

The Department of Health & Human Development (HHD) at Montana State University (MSU) in Bozeman, MT, is accepting applications for graduate study in applied exercise physiology (Masters degree only; Fall 2009). Dr Dan Heil (john.seifert@montana.edu), an Associate Professor in exercise physiology, studies determinants of muscular fatigue in Alpine skiers, the physiological responses to acute cold exposure, as well the potential influence of nutrition supplements on physical performance. More information about Dr Heil’s background can be...

Paul Smith's College is seeking coach for Men's & Women's Nordic Skiing (to begin November 1 for approximately 16 weeks). These positions are part time and report to the Director of Athletics. Experience as an athlete and/or coach required; preferably in a higher education setting. A New York State Driver's license and driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier are required. To Apply: Applicants may submit a letter of intent, resume and contact information for...

High Peaks Cyclery (Nordic Specialists) a premier ski and bike shop in Lake Placid, New York is seeking a Nordic/Bike Guru. Wanted: Nordic and Bicycle Guru. – Experienced or willingness to learn to become the guru. – Must have technical skills, waxing, repairs, etc or willingness to learn. – Most be a college graduate with excellent communication skills. – Must be a nordic ski racer or ex-racer. – PSIA member a plus! – Selfstarter and...

Minneapolis Southwest is looking for an experienced Nordic Ski Coach. This is an assistant coach position, and would require working with High School Students in the Minneapolis area with basic fundamentals to advanced ski technique. Coach must be outgoing and able to work well with others. Position is from Nov. 17, 2008 thru Feb. Send resume/letter of interest to: Ryan Lamberty Athletic Director Minneapolis Southwest High School 3414 W. 47th St. Minneapolis MN 55410 Office:...

The USDST Head Coach is essential toward the efficient achievement of the athletic goals of the individual members of the Disabled Cross Country Team and the USSA. The Head Coach provides the leadership and direction for the team based on expertise, experience and the agreed upon athletic plan. This position must be filled with an individual who is results oriented, strives to lead, is a team player, operates with integrity and is a good communicator....

Superiorland Cross Country Ski Club, Marquette, MI has an opening as the Head Coach for our prep and race teams. The job primarily consists of coaching a motivated group of J3-J1 skiers at regular training sessions and coaching at races. The position begins as soon as a candidate is available. Compensation for this job will be based on expertise and previous experience. To apply mail or e-mail letter of application and résumé to: Tom Wagner,...

Are you passionate about sports and the impact they can have in our society? Are you ready to be challenged by taking on the future of an organization dedicated to making a difference? Olympic Gold Medalist Chandra Crawford is looking for a seriously motivated, confident, skilled and outgoing person to lead the organization while she focuses on training for the 2010 Olympics. Fast and Female needs a “Director”. You can work from home anywhere in...

US Ski Team Seeks Two J1 Scandinavian Trip Coaches The US Ski Team is listing two coaching position to assist Head J1 Trip Coach Justin Beckwith (GMVS) for the J1 Scandinavian Championships beginning at the end of January in 2009. The positions are fully funded. Coaches looking to apply for these positions should have experience working with athletes aged 14-17, a strong background in waxing and testing skis, and the leadership experience to help manage...

The Continental Cup Team is listing three coaching position for the 2009 World Juniors and U23 World Championships. Two of the positions are fully funded, and one position will require the coaches’ club to cover the airfare. Coaches looking to apply for these positions should have experience working with athletes aged 16-22, a strong background in waxing and testing skis, and be willing to work hard for two weeks and seven races. That said, we...

Durango Nordic Ski Club (DNSC) in Durango, Colorado has an opening as the Head Coach for cross country skiing. The position is year-round and begins as soon as a candidate is available, but not later than October 10, 2008. DNSC has been in existence since 1954 and is a year-round competitive junior cross-country ski program for junior skiers age 8 through 19. The Head Coach for DNSC is responsible for the oversight and management of...

Fairbanks Cross Country (FXC), the year-round junior training program of the Nordic Ski Club Fairbanks seeks an energetic coach to assist with a growing group of J3-OJ athletes. The job primarily consists of coaching at regular training sessions, but also includes assisting with ski service at races both in town and out, as well as helping with various other elements of running a successful ski program. The right candidate should have a college degree, coaching...

One of the Nation’s leading Nordic Ski Clubs — The Auburn Ski Club, is creating a new year round, full time Development Coach position, to better serve it’s growing number of athletes. Far West Nordic Ski Education Association Administrator Responsibilities include: Managing membership, collection of annual membership dues; maintaining website; race schedules and results; organizing travel and logistics for races and events. Strong organizational, communication and administrative skills required. Candidate to work from a home...

Middlebury College Ski Team Cross Country Assistant Coach / Rikert Touring Center Staff Person Responsible for managing all aspects of the NENSA (non-carnival) Cross Country Team (driving, waxing, equipment.). Coach will attend training sessions and many New England race. Hours at the touring center will also include teaching skiing, grooming and work with Bill Koch skiers. Bachelors Degree and collegiate racing experience preferred. Position runs approximately Nov 15 – Mar 15. Compensation: $1500-$1800 per month....

The long-awaited envelope finally arrived in the mail. It was THE letter. You know the one from my top-choice Graduate School. I paused for a moment, my future momentarily in flux, the anxiety building as I tore it open. Then relief; I got in! I had about an hour of elated phone calls to Mom and Dad, but then the adrenaline rush abated and reality set in: if I went to Grad School, I would...