XC Head Comp Coach

Park City Ski & Snowboard • Park City, UT

2d

About The Position

Park City Ski & Snowboard is looking for an experienced, driven, and technically sharp Head Cross Country Competition Coach to lead our U16+ athletes. This is a full-time, year-round leadership role where the ideal candidate will manage the coaching staff, run the competitive calendar, and represent PCSS in the Regional and National Nordic community. The Head Comp Team Coach will report directly to the Cross Country Director and work alongside the broader PCSS coaching staff to build a program that produces competitive athletes and keeps them in the sport. This position requires someone who can coach at a high level and manage staff, budgets, calendars and travel around the country for training and races. This position plays a vital role in developing competitive Nordic athletes while upholding PCSS core values of Passion, Accountability, Respect, Team, and Integrity.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of coaching experience in a competitive Nordic environment
• Current US Ski & Snowboard Level 200 coaching license, or ability to obtain within first season
• Current SafeSport certification and compliance
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft 365, Playmetrics, and training management platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff, budgets, and multi-week travel logistics
• Experience with strength and conditioning program design for endurance athletes
• Knowledge of FIS rules and athlete advancement procedures
• Ability to work up to 6-8 hours per day outside in all weather conditions
• Capacity to lift and transport equipment up to 75 lbs
• Ability to perform course and race site preparation work
• Available for weekend and holiday work throughout the competition season
• Willingness and ability to travel for training camps and competitions, including multi-night trips
• Stamina to demonstrate technique and participate in training sessions

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a multi-year training and competition framework, consistent with US Ski & Snowboard Training System principles
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate XC comp assistant coaches
• Lead staff meetings and maintain clear communication
• Maintain a strong focus on positive team culture
• Collaborate with the Director on program goals, budget planning, and seasonal priorities
• Contribute to the recruitment and retention of quality coaching staff
• Prioritize strong communication with the Director, staff and parents
• Attend PCSS staff meetings and all-program events as requested by PCSS leadership
• Support PCSS-hosted events and fundraising initiatives
• Implement, and evaluate individual and team training plans on an annual and multi-year basis
• Lead on-snow sessions 5-6 days per week during the training season, with full preparation and follow-up
• Develop and execute strength and conditioning programs, including dryland
• Conduct formal athlete evaluations semi-annually covering individual goals, technique, physical, psychological attributes, and equipment domains
• Maintain current knowledge of FIS, USSS, and Divisional rules, regulations, and athlete advancement pathways
• Stay current in coaching methodology through continued education, clinics, and engagement with the national Nordic community
• Manage race-day waxing and equipment preparation
• Establishing clear pathways to the comp team within other PCSS Cross Country programs by working with development coaches
• Manage all aspects of competition scheduling - race entries, travel logistics, lodging, and transportation
• Lead the coaching staff and athletes at all competition events
• Oversee competition ski preparation and course previewing
• Provide real-time coaching feedback and athlete support during racing
• Conduct post-competition reviews with athletes and staff to inform future training decisions
• Attend Intermountain Division meetings and assist with Junior Nationals planning
• Manage competition expense tracking and reporting
• Uphold and maintain PCSS vehicles
• Assist with annual Cross Country budget
• Use Playmetrics and other approved platforms for scheduling, communication, athlete records and training logs
• Ensure all athletes and coaching staff maintain required USSS licenses, SafeSport compliance, and certifications
• Support end-of-season evaluation, awards, and program planning processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees