August 01, 2015 – Cross-Country Ski de fond Canada (CCC) is the national sport organization that works with member clubs, divisions, and other partners to coordinate and support the development of cross-country skiing from introductory experience to international excellence through leadership, education, promotion, and training. Our Vision is to inspire a nation to international excellence and podium success, health, and participation. The CCC Para-Nordic (PN) program works specifically with athletes with a physical disability and has the ultimate goal of Paralympic gold medal success.

CCC Athlete Development Coordinator & Coach

• The ability to work with a high degree of independence combined with problem solving ability while managing a broad and diverse work load.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to direct and manage multiple projects concurrently while keeping to deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong leadership qualities combined with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective as a communicator and at building and managing relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the cross country skiing long term athlete development model especially as it relates to athletes with a disability.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience regarding the technical aspects of cross country ski racing including ski equipment, specific disability equipment and experience in technical ski waxing.
• Resourceful self-starter aptitude which includes accepting responsibility for new tasks and alertness to opportunities to add value to Cross Country Canada.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (essential) and French (highly desirable).
• Ability to speak in public and make presentations to small groups in formal and informal settings.
• The ability to work as an engaged team player to support the success of the CCC PN Program.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with the willingness and ability to obtain a Class 4 driver’s license.

Experience

• Direct experience and demonstrated commitment to high performance sport with specific experience in cross-country skiing.
• At least three years of cross country ski coaching experience with a high performance focus.
• Demonstrated experience and interest in working with athletes with a physical disability and an awareness of physical disability as it relates to athletic performance.

• Post-secondary education in Sport Administration, Physical and Health Education, Coaching or a combination of related education and experience in amateur sport and cross country skiing.
• NCCP Certification completed to at least the CCI – advanced T2T level in cross country skiing, preferably including the Athlete with a Disability module or an equivalent level of education and experience.
• Ability and willingness to work towards advanced NCCP certification levels in cross country skiing.

Work Conditions

• This position involves extensive travelling to camps, competitions and other functions within Canada and sometimes internationally.
• Flexible working hours including extended periods of travel as well as evenings and weekends during the busiest times.
• Ability to work out of doors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions.

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Administrative Coordinator Para-Nordic (PNAC)

• The ability to work with a high degree of independence combined with problem solving ability while managing a broad and diverse work load.
• Resourceful self-starter aptitude which includes accepting responsibility for new tasks and alertness to opportunities to add value to Cross Country Canada.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while keeping to deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (essential) and French (highly desirable).
• Excellent computer skills in all Microsoft software programs and experience with web site management and web maintenance.
• Experience with social media including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
• Experience with accounting and a working knowledge of Simply Accounting software.
• The ability to work as an engaged team player to support the success of the CCC PN Program.
• Knowledge and understanding of working within a not-for-profit, volunteer driven sport environment.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with the willingness and ability to obtain a Class 4 driver’s license

• Three to five years of related experience and demonstrated commitment to high performance sport preferably with specific experience in cross-country skiing.
• Demonstrated experience and interest in working with athletes with a physical disability and an awareness of physical disability as it relates to sport (preferable).

• Post-secondary education in Sport Administration, Physical and Health Education, Business or a combination of related education and experience preferably within amateur sport and cross country skiing.

• This position is primarily in an office environment.
• Travel may be required occasionally but will not be extensive.
• During the busiest times or when travelling there may be some overtime including on evenings and weekends.