Eastern Ski Industry Job Opportunities

Position Title:
Head Nordic Ski Coach of Men and Women

Job Duties:

The University of Wisconsin–Green Bay seeks a dynamic and mission-driven Head Nordic Ski Coach to lead a highly competitive men’s and women’s Nordic ski program with the ambition of becoming the premier program in the Central Collegiate Ski Association and advancing multiple student-athletes to NCAA Nationals each year. Building on UW-Green Bay’s significant financial investment—including scholarships, a full-time coach, and graduate assistant support—the Head Coach will recruit, develop, and retain high-performing student-athletes while delivering technical excellence, innovative training, and a culture that empowers success. This role advances UW-Green Bay’s mission to provide access to transformational education by fostering holistic student-athlete development, academic achievement, and competitive excellence—together, we rise.

Aligned with UW-Green Bay’s strategic priorities and core values, the Head Nordic Ski Coach will advance fearlessly by embracing challenges and elevating program standards; build community through collaboration with student-athletes, alumni, and campus partners; and empower success by mentoring coaches, managing resources responsibly, and promoting academic and athletic achievement. The position also plays a key role in fundraising, alumni engagement, and public relations, generating pride and visibility for UW-Green Bay Athletics. With a commitment to compliance, integrity, and gratitude for the journey, this leader will represent UW-Green Bay’s brand and values while shaping the future of Phoenix Nordic Skiing.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Oversight of the ski budget
• Plan and supervise in-season and out-of-season practice sessions, team and individual practices
• Comply with all NCAA, UW System and UW-Green Bay rules and regulations
• Monitor the academic performance of student-athletes to assure they meet performance standards of University and NCAA
• Recruitment and retention of student-athletes through observation of ability and talent in accordance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA and UW-Green Bay
• Fundraise and participate in promotional and special events to promote the program and UWGB
• Oversee conduct and performance of Nordic ski graduate assistant and support
• Provide technical expertise and utilize sound coaching methods aimed to improving the athletic performance of student-athletes
• Build alumni connections and engagement to generate financial support and interest
• Generate and promote positive public relations and dynamic support for the Department of Athletics

Compensation:
Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

• Display professional sportsmanlike conduct during athletic events.
• Excellent judgment including sensitivity to personal and confidential information
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills working with a diverse community
• Working knowledge of NCAA and Horizon League rules and regulations

Conditions of Appointment:

This position requires a varying schedule. Nights and weekends will be required in order to meet the needs of the department. Travel with assigned sport programs will be required.

The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs. 

Position is a full-time Limited appointment. A pre-employment education check which includes, but is not limited to, the verification of academic credentials will be conducted on the finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s) and if there is prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

How to Apply:

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Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
• Resume

Application Deadline:

To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday July 12, 2026.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:

Human Resources

Phone: (920) 465-2390

Email: jobs@uwgb.edu

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace.  The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.  

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource. 

Benefit Details 

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. 

In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. 

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below. 

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure 
• Total Compensation Estimator 

Employee Misconduct 

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked. 

Confidentiality Statement  

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).  

Annual Security Report

For more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the surrounding area, see our Campus and Community section. For Campus Safety information see our University Police website and our Annual Security Report (for a paper copy please contact the Office of Human Resources at (920) 465-2390). This report includes statistics about reported crimes, as well as information about crime prevention and campus security policies and procedures. 

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.