Cross Country Head Devo Coach

Cross Country

Join Our Team

Park City Ski & Snowboard (PCSS), seeks a dynamic and passionate cross-country devo Lead Coach for the 2025 summer and 2026 winter season. 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 progression-based approach.

Park City Ski & Snowboard (PCSS) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic background, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family status, or disability.  We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and are happy to provide accommodations upon request during all stages of the selection process.

Reports To
Cross Country Director
employee status
Part-time hourly employee, non-exempt
Supervises
Cross Country Devo athletes, assistant coaching staff
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Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Program Development
• Design and implement age-appropriate training programs
• Lead four practice sessions per week plus 2-4 hours of preparation time
• Create inclusive and safe training environments
• Coordinate equipment and facility access
• Organize seasonal camps, including West Yellowstone Thanksgiving Camp

Communication & Administration
• Weekly email updates to families
• Playmetrics app management
• Detailed lesson planning
• Parent/athlete orientation meetings
• Staff meetings

Qualifications

• Energy and enthusiasm in delivering youth programming
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational and efficiency skills
• Show genuine passion for coaching and developing athletes ages 10-14
• Have a proven track record in youth development and Nordic skiing
• Display strong leadership abilities
• Create engaging training environments while maintaining professionalism
• Possess competition preparation experience

Education & Experience

• 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.
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision.
• Evening and weekend work is expected.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

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.