Cross Country Head Coach

Cross Country

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This is a full-time leadership position where the ideal candidate with operate and run the Cross Country Comp Team- from training plan design to race day execution to staff management. This candidate will report to the PCSS Cross Country Director and work alongside the broader PCSS coaching staff to develop competitive athletes and build a program they stay in.

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
Full-time, year-round
Supervises
Cross Country U16+ Competition athletes
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Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Staff Management
• Design and execute a multi-year training framework aligned with USSS Training systems and Long Term Athlete Development principles
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate XC comp assistant coaches
• Lead staff meetings and maintain clear, consistent communication across staff, athletes, and families
• Collaborate with the XCC Director on program goals, budgets, and seasonal priorities
• Support PCSS events, fundraising, and community initiatives

Technical Coaching & Athlete Development
• Design and implement annual and multi-year individual and team training plans
• Lead on-snow sessions 5-6 days per week during the training season
• Develop and execute year-round strength and conditioning programming
• Conduct formal semi-annual athlete evaluations across technical, physical, psychological, and equipment domains
• Manage race-day waxing and equipment preparation

Competition & Travel
• Manage all competition logistics - race entries, travel, lodging, and transportation
• Lead staff and athletes at all regional and national competition events
• Conduct post-competition reviews to drive training decisions
• Attend Intermountain Division meetings and support Junior Nationals planning

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of coaching experience in a competitive Nordic environment
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft 365, and Playmetrics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education & Experience

• 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

Physical Requirements

• 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

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.