Ford Sayre Memorial Ski Council in Hanover, NH is a 501(c3) established in 1950 to promote the sport of skiing in the Upper Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire. Ford Sayre is a volunteer-based organization that supports Alpine, Jumping, Nordic and Ski Mountaineering. The Nordic branch supports over 350 skiers, making Ford Sayre one of the largest Nordic programs in the United States.
Description
The Junior Assistant Coach will work closely with the Nordic Head Coach to support all aspects of the U16-U20 Junior Nordic Team (JNT). The JNT consists of 25-30 area high school skiers whose primary athletic focus is Nordic skiing. The JNT program offers fully-supported race travel trips (transportation, lodging and race support) to these skiers, creating a unique environment for team bonding and personal development. The right candidate will be community-minded, committed to adolescent development, and have exceptional communication skills.
The Junior Assistant Coach is expected to coach 5-8 training sessions per week (Jun-Mar). Summer and winter are the busiest seasons for in-person obligations. In the fall, the number of coaching sessions is typically 5-6/week in the after school block or on weekends. As a key member of the Ford Sayre coaching team, this position will also be requested to provide some administrative support to our adult and youth programming.
The ideal candidate would also be interested in pursuing this position for more than one season.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead or support at 5-8 practices per week
- Collaborate with Head Coach to write group and individual training plans
- Regularly review athlete training logs
- Draft and send regular written and in-person communications with athletes, parents, coaches and other stakeholders
- Travel with the JNT to all supported races including overnight Eastern Cup weekends and at least two training camps
- Plan and coordinate logistics for overnight trips, including two training camps: summer camp and Thanksgiving Camp.
- Maintain and inventory team equipment and rental uniforms
- Coordinate merchandise and uniform orders
- Make regular web, social media and newsletter updates
- Assist with back-end administration of program registration
- Attend monthly Ford Sayre Nordic Committee meetings
Skills & Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge and passion for Nordic skiing and ski racing
- 1 year experience coaching or experience racing at collegiate or professional level
- Proficient rollerskier
- Basic ski waxing knowledge and proficiency
- Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal) are critical
- Valid driver’s license with a safe driving history. Must be comfortable driving a 15-passenger van. Towing experience is a plus.
Compensation
This is a full-time exempt position beginning as early as June 1, with some flexibility in start date. Salary is negotiable, with an anticipated starting annualized salary of $40,000.
Additional benefits include:
- Season pass to Oak Hill Outdoor Center
- USSS and NENSA Membership and Coaching Clinic/Certification fees covered
- Flexible vacation time
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume and references to Hilary McNamee (NordicHeadCoach@Fordsayre.org) by April 24, 2026
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