October 23, 2014 (New Gloucester, ME) – NENSA is seeking a youth program manager to galvanize the youth cross-country skiing community in New England. This position will directly manage NENSA’s Bill Koch League programs and position NENSA as a central resource for the New England youth skiing community. The winning candidate will bring a high level of collaborative energy to work that will cross generations and engage a broad spectrum of constituent priorities.

Job Summary:

• Establish NENSA and NENSA.net as the go-to resource for youth skiing information, events, and resources for the northeast region.

• Leverage the District Chairs to facilitate communication in support of, and between, the youth ski clubs of the region and the broader community.

• Support a wide base of parent-volunteers and club leaders focused on building inclusive community

• Manage all of NENSA’s direct youth/ Bill Koch League programs, including the annual Bill Koch League Festival and the Skis for Kids leasing program.

• Collaborate with NENSA Competitive Program Director on Coach Education initiatives.

• Expand Club Leader & Volunteer Training curriculum

• Manage community communications as liaison, via email, social media, and via regular eNewsletter as well as maintaining the youth program sections of the NENSA.net website and Ski Lease online storefront.

• Collaborate with other NENSA staff on additional community building programs, events, and projects.

Skills:

• Proven written, electronic, and interpersonal communication skills

• Comfortable with technology including basic website work (via HTML editor), mass email engine, Microsoft office software, social media, digital media sharing, etc.

• Ability to work/communicate regularly and effectively from a remote/home office

Other Job Information:

• This is a seasonal position requiring full-time hours November through May. There  will be some required travel within New England, and regular weekend work during these months. This position will include flexible time during the peak season, and may work remotely or from home part of the time with regular staff meetings. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Compensation commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

• Please send your resume, cover letter, and two references to New England Nordic Ski Association, either by email or physical mail. Materials are due by November 4. NENSA is looking to fill this position in mid-November.
• eMail: Send to: zach@nensa.net
• Mail: NENSA, Attn: Zach Stegeman, 49 Pineland Dr. Suite 301-A, New Gloucester, ME 04260