Cross-Country Skiing - Junior Development Program Coordinator
The Whitehorse Nordic Centre is seeking a qualified individual who will be responsible for the coordination of the Junior Development Program for the winter season 2025/26.
About the Program
The Junior Athlete Development program provides skiers an opportunity to develop technique, increase physical fitness and explore the many facets of cross-country skiing. The program welcomes around 40 skiers aged 11 to 18.
Objectives for this program are:
- Challenge athletes physically and mentally
- Enabling athletes to identify and work towards their goals
- Provide drills and activities that foster continuous technical improvement in cross-country skiing. Athletes will practice both classic and skate technique.
- Nurture a fun and inclusive space where social activities compliment physical challenges.
- Create a love and passion for outdoor physical fitness in all seasons while exploring the Mt McIntyre area.
- “Dryland” workouts will begin in September, with a focus on running and strength training to build a base of physical conditioning.
- Provide an environment where opportunities to race are offered if this is something the athlete is interested in.
Two practices per week from September until Spring Break 2026 (with the possibility of an extension if weather and enthusiasm allow): Monday and Thursday, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
Position Status:
Seasonal - 170 to 200 hours
August 1st, 2025 to April 31st, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of athletes in the program
- Planning and early-season preparation for the program
- Recruiting program coaches
- Promoting training for new coaches and attending the training (provided by Cross Country Yukon)
- Supporting coaches with lesson planning resources and equipment setup if needed
- Working cooperatively with staff, coaches, and participants
- Maintaining accurate program documentation (lesson plans, group lists, communications to participants, etc.)
- Supervising each lesson day (Mondays and Thursdays)
- Coordinating special activities and end-of-season events for the program participants
- Promoting trail etiquette, rules, and safety, and teaching participants to remain safe when skiing on their own
- Completing a season-end report for the program
About You
- Good leadership, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
- Previous experience working in cross-country skiing instruction and/or program coordination
- Be physically able to lead ski programs multiple (2) days a week
- Be comfortable outside for 1 hour to 3 hours during winter (temperature cut-off is -32 Celsius)
- Ability to adapt quickly to change
- Enthusiasm, patience and self-control
- XC ski instructor certification (NCCP and/or CANSI)
- Safe Sport training (Coaching Association of Canada)
- Standard First Aid and CPR (provided if needed)
- Provide an E-PIC and vulnerable sector check (from the RCMP)
- Language: English (French will be a plus)
Perks
- Free use of the Nordic Centre facilities
- 20% discount on Shop items
- Training and certification available
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume with a cover letter to Juliette Ramain, [email protected]. Only applications with a cover letter will be considered and only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.