High Performance Coach - Volleyball

Athol Murray College of Notre Dame is a private school with a century of providing exceptional educational and boarding experiences with a balance of strong academic, athletic and spiritual growth in a safe and caring prairie environment. We invite sports-oriented and people-minded individuals that are enthusiastic and energetic to join us in providing a fun, safe and exciting experiences for our students.

We strive to boost self-confidence and foster a passion for physical activity and sports as part of our balanced approach to develop young men and women to become purposeful leaders with virtuous character.

Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience playing and coaching Volleyball and must be dedicated to creating positive experiences for youth with a love of sports. You will be responsible for instructing students in the proper techniques related to Volleyball, motivating students and keeping them engaged.

You will be responsible for ensuring the success of sports programs by overseeing the selection, development and direction of the coaches, Volleyball players and teams; designing, developing and delivering a comprehensive Volleyball training program; recruitment of athletes to Notre Dame; and placement of Notre Dame athletes in suitable post-secondary and/or Junior College Volleyball opportunities following graduation.

This position will demand the completion of tasks in a fast-paced environment, and the ideal candidate for this position will be responsible for the following:

• Ownership of program development, administration, assessment and training
• Ensuring a friendly and outgoing atmosphere within a youth-friendly environment
• Promotion and marketing of the Volleyball program and it’s athletes
• Coaching and leading student athletic development including individual and team assessment and development plans.
• Program Recruitment
• Coach, organize and lead practices
• Creation of program content including practice plans
• Organize and align financial resources to ensure program delivery and meet goals
• Maintain cleanliness and condition of sports facility and equipment
• Logistic coordination for the program including the transportation of students and sports equipment to and from program sites
• Ensuring safety and well-being of participants
• Creation and development of program resources and contacts
• Ownership of program summer camps, showcases, and tournaments for the Volleyball program
• Other tasks as required by Director of High School programming

Qualifications

· A post-secondary degree/diploma with a combination of relevant education or professional experience applicable to the position

• A degree/diploma in Education, Business Administration Communications, Kinesiology, or Sport Management is beneficial but not mandatory
• Able to work independently to manage and motivate multiple groups to perform at their best
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends, following our school calendar
• A demonstrated history of handling and maintaining sports equipment
• Possess or able to obtain First Aid and CPR/AED Level C qualifications
• Must be eligible to work within Canada and provide all documentation
• Knowledge of the Saskatchewan education system and familiarity with private, boarding school protocols considered an asset
• Client focus and interpersonal skills are required
• Superior communication and critical thinking skills are essential
• Ability to research, analyze, and assess information to develop and prepare reports, proposals, recommendations and items for decision.
• Must have a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must have a valid driver’s licence, reliable vehicle, qualify for insurance coverage to transport students
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Ability to take an active role in working with faculty, student groups and support services.
• Competent in the use of technology with the ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Volleyball Coaching: 4 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Respect in Sport and Safety acreditation (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilcox, SK: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person