Craftsbury Outdoor Center Assistant Coach - XC Ski Club - Craftsbury Outdoor Center Craftsbury Common, VT · Full time Company website

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Sports, Sustainability and Stewardship

About Us:  

The Craftsbury Outdoor Center (COC) is a community-focused athletic training facility and outdoor destination located on a lakeside campus in Craftsbury, Vermont. Your familiarity with and admiration for working and playing in a small and rural community will help the COC achieve our Mission: 

• To support and promote participation and excellence in lifelong sports with a special focus on rowing, cross country skiing, biathlon, and running. 
• To use and teach sustainable practices. 
• To protect and manage the surrounding land, lake, and trails. 

 

Position Summary:  

The Craftsbury Outdoor Center is seeking a multi-talented individual to join its current coaching staff to assist with coaching junior/youth cross country skiing and learn-to-ride bike programs. The Craftsbury Ski Club (CSC) operates under the umbrella of the Outdoor Center and serves roughly 300 people aged 6-85 in pursuit of the goal of “lifelong ski development,” from learn-to-ski programs to highly competitive junior programs. Most of our coaches also work with our bike programs, particularly our Wheels On Wheels learn-to-ride program and/or other mountain bike programs.  

 

Pay:  

Commensurate with experience. Likely in the range of $21-$22/hr with weekend shift differential. Includes possibility of staff housing in the first few months of employment.  

 

How to succeed in this role:  

The successful candidate will demonstrate: 

• a strong work ethic  
• the ability to thrive in adverse weather conditions 
• a high level of patience and a positive, collaborative coaching philosophy  
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn 
• A love of for skiing and endurance sports 

Major Duties & Responsibilities May Include: 

• Running regular practices for various ski groups, ranging from elementary school-aged Bill Koch League (BKL skiers) to highly competitive juniors to masters.  
• Assisting with and/or leading learn-to-ride bike programs at local elementary schools 
• Traveling to regional races to provide waxing and race support 
• Helping develop practice plans for any given group 
• Assisting in managing and maintaining equipment 
• Coaching at and helping to organize day and overnight camps 
• Assisting with weekly learn-to-ride bike groups on campus and at local schools 

Qualifications: 

• US Ski Snowboard L100 coach certification or willingness to obtain  
• Experience cross country skiing at a collegiate or higher level 
• Ability to work with varied ages and abilities 
• Willingness to work atypical hours under demanding conditions 
• Experience working with kids 
• Mountain bike experience preferred  

Benefits: 

Full-time employees (minimum of 28 hours worked per week) will receive: 

• Depending on availability, there is the possibility of staff housing for the first few months of employment.  
• Paid time off. 
• Paid weekly. Weekend shift of differential of $2/hr. 
• Simple IRA with match (up to 3%). 
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• 100% of medical, dental, vision and disability insurance premiums paid (after 60 days of employment) for full-time employees. 
• A free daily meal in our dining hall (during the COC’s open seasons). 
• Free COC membership for you and your family household covers all your trail use, plus fitness classes, gym use and other employee discounts.  
• 20% discount on retail items. 
• A Sports Massage Therapist on campus offers a free 30-minute session pending availability. 
• We also have a Chiropractor on campus. His availability varies; normal billing practices will apply (insurance accepted).  

 

To apply for this position, please submit a resume to [email protected]. You may also complete a job application on our Job Openings page. Deadline to apply is June 15.