Para Nordic Equipment Manager & Technician

U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association•Park City, UT

4h•$58,000 - $68,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of the Para Nordic High Performance strategy, the Para Nordic Equipment Manager & Technician will exercise principal leadership to provide equipment support for the Para Nordic programs and athletes. The Manager will provide support to athletes and staff in Park City and around the country, as well as on-site at international competitions, and will contribute to overall planning and implementation of the Para Nordic Teams priorities including leading the advancement of Nordic sit ski equipment for the benefit of the National Team athletes.

Requirements

Experience as a Nordic wax technician
Professional experience with Paralympic programs desired
Biathlon equipment & coaching experience and/or willingness to learn
Experience in Nordic coaching
Experience with industry-standard tools specific to elite Nordic skiing
USSS Level 100 coach and/or U.S. Biathlon Level 1 preferred
Ability to evaluate critical success factors for Nordic athletes equipment needs
Excellent at building relationships, being collaborative, listening, and communication skills
A mindset for thinking outside of the box and pushing the boundaries to achieve excellence
Strong budgeting and expense management skills
Capable computer skills, including email, Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong team player with a demonstrated loyalty to the program and the organization

Nice To Haves

Experience managing an inventory of equipment for a sports team preferred

Responsibilities

Provide technical coaching to Para Nordic Team athletes in cross country and biathlon disciplines
Contribute to the athletes equipment plan
Communicate frequently and effectively with all athletes & staff
Develop a productive working relationship with each athlete focused on equipment needs and advancement
Design overall strategy to identify, procure, and maintain high performance equipment for Team athletes and the overall National Team program.
Lead the execution of equipment preparation and support for Team athletes at international events, including but not limited to FIS & IBU Para Nordic & Biathlon races, World Cup, World Championship, and Paralympic Games competitions.
Understand and maintain awareness of all FIS & IBU equipment rules
Lead the execution of equipment preparation and support for Para Nordic athletes at domestic training camps.
Lead the advancement of Nordic sit ski equipment for National Team athletes
Oversee contracted technician support personnel as needed for domestic and international competitions.
Collaborate with staff to oversee and manage the Team equipment inventory in Park City and at satellite equipment locations.
Maintain inventory of all team technical equipment including but not limited to ski wax, waxing supplies, sit ski race ski fleet, National Team athlete ski and equipment fleets, and National Team sit skis.
Provide wax service and support on all priority competition trips as necessary to provide fastest skis possible for athletes.
In collaboration with staff and contractors, coordinate and oversee race support for Para Nordic hosted/sanctioned competitions.
Support in coaching duties in Park City, at training camps, and at competitions as needed.
Contribute to the annual development of the high performance plan for the Para Nordic program especially related to equipment advancements.
In collaboration with other staff, serve as a source of knowledge to elite athletes and coaches on the latest research and studies in high performance Nordic wax, procedures, and equipment.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all U.S. Ski & Snowboard, U.S. Biathlon, and Para Nordic staff, local/regional/national Nordic programs, and others as is beneficial to the program.
Communicate effectively with athletes personal club coaches to provide continuity of care and support with regard to equipment needs.
Ensure timely orders and restocking of equipment, wax, tools, and gear.
Work proactively with all Para Sport staff and departments of U.S. Ski & Snowboard
Assist in the equipment and ski preparation education of club coaches
Perform other duties as assigned to support the Para Nordic Team
Support the management and tracking of the Team’s equipment budget
Ensure regular and timely expense reporting which conforms to the reporting standards established by the CFO