The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) seeks applicants to fill the position of Director of Snow Sports & Head Coach for the Men's and Women's Alpine teams. This dynamic leadership role is role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the competitive intercollegiate Snow Sports Program (Nordic, Snowboard/Freeride, and Alpine), which centers the student-athlete experience and supports the various identities that student-athletes hold. In addition to the administrative role, the successful candidate will also be the Head Men’s and Women’s Alpine Coach. The combined position will include development, training, and competitive performance. Additionally, this role combines strategic program management with hands-on coaching, ensuring athletes achieve their highest potential while fostering a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
This is a full-time, 10-month position. A typical season is August 15th through June 15th.
The University offers highly competitive benefits that include generous thirteen (13) paid holidays, earned vacation and sick time; health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. Visit our benefits website to learn more.
Qualifications:
Required Competencies
- Team-Oriented
- Communication - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and in writing).
- Relationships - Ability to establish strong and effective personal and professional relationships; demonstrated ability to work with community members (students, faculty, staff, guests, collaborators) from marginalized and oppressed groups and life experiences; Ability to interact with all levels of staff.
- Proven dedication to the holistic development of student-athletes -
- Demonstrated coaching excellence, with a track record of effectively imparting sports-specific skills and broader life skills through athletic endeavors.
- Proficiency in creating a student-centered training environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Demonstrated ability to focus on the student-athlete experience, and to be able to support and advocate for staff and student-athletes who hold marginalized identities and life experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to succeed in recruitment, retention, and graduation of qualified & talented prospective student-athletes.
- Ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes to reach their maximum potential, both on and off the field.
- Cultural Advocacy - Demonstrated commitment to effectively modeling and operating an inclusive program that values diversity, and demonstrates respect for the health, safety, and well-being of others; demonstrated ability to focus on the student-athlete experience, support, and advocate for staff and student-athletes who hold marginalized identities and life experiences.
- Adaptability
- Collaboration -Demonstrated collaborative and collegial style of leadership, with the ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, and to foster a team environment within the program; ability to inspire and motivate; ability to interact with all levels of staff; ability to work with and support adolescents and young adults.
- Technology Utilization - Demonstrated ability to learn and use new technology; computer proficiency/knowledge; adept at learning and using software programs.
- Problem-Solving and Decision Making
- Planning and Organizing
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Three (3) years of applicable coaching snow sports experience
- Must possess a USSA Level 100 License or equivalent
- Familiarity with NCAA/USCAA philosophy, standards, rules, and procedures
- Ability to travel extensively
- CPR/First Aid certified on hire date or within 30 days
- USSA Referee License on hire date or within 30 days
- Valid State of Maine driver’s license (in good standing, based on UMS standards)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree
- Intercollegiate coaching experience
- Managerial and/or supervisory experience
- PISA License(s)
- Experience participating in intercollegiate snow sports competitions
- Recruiting platform experience (i.e., Front Rush or comparable program)
- Experience (education and certification) with strength and conditioning for performance
Complete Job Description
How to apply:
Materials must be submitted through the UMS Career Site. You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. Additionally, you must upload the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Review of application will begin immediately and continue until filled. We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).