Assistant Coach of Nordic Skiing

The Williams College Nordic Ski Team is searching for an energetic and organized Assistant Coach to join our successful NCAA program! We're looking for someone with a strong competitive background who excels at building relationships and is eager to contribute to all aspects of our program, from on-snow technique to recruiting. We are now accepting applications for the role of Assistant Coach of Nordic Skiing. This is a 40 hour per week, 10-month position with a full meal plan and a benefit package spread over 12 months, and also provides full tuition-remission of graduate school after six months of employment. Williams is a Division III institution and a member of the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association (EISA) and New England Small College Athletics Conference (NESCAC). Williams Skiing has a long history of success including NCAA qualifiers and All-EISA skiers. With an energetic Nordic skiing community throughout the Northern Berkshires and Southern Vermont, Williams provides the ideal place for an intercollegiate Nordic ski team. The team fosters a supportive and competitive environment based on a passion for skiing and the outdoors. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Responsibilities: Assisting the head coach in the planning and execution of training sessions and technique development in both dryland and winter training Working with student-athletes at training and competitions to compete at their highest level Prepare athletes skis for competitions both by testing and applying wax Managing the recruiting database Assisting with the identification and recruitment of qualified student athletes who can succeed in the challenging academic environment at Williams Managing and developing social media presence Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelors Degree or equivalent required Competitive Nordic Skiing experience required Minimum of 1-3 years of coaching experience preferred USSS L100 Coaching Certification or ability to obtain required Knowledge of NESCAC and NCAA Division III policies and ability to abide by these Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively required Valid Drivers license. Successful completion of Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check is also a condition of employment in order to be able to drive college vehicles and/or transport students. Application review will begin on April 14, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Pay for this position is $36,545, and includes a full meal plan and year-round benefits. Please visit http://careers.williams.edu to apply. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, to provide the highest quality liberal arts education, is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshiresknown as a cultural corridorare a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. 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