Technical Director

Swimming New Brunswick (SNB) invites applications for the position of Technical Director.SNB is a non‑profit Provincial Sport Organization that promotes, guides and regulates competitive swimmers and their programs. We are the governing body for 15 competitive age group swimming clubs, 3 masters clubs and 2 university swimming clubs in New Brunswick.Our mission: Through leadership, support and programs we build competitive swimmers, strong clubs and healthy communities that result in the growth and success of competitive swimming in New Brunswick.Our Vision: To be a leader in the sport community; we are a sport of choice that inspires New Brunswickers to strive for excellence in competitive swimming, health and life.This is a full‑time one‑year contract with possibility of renewal for an individual who is passionate about the sport of competitive swimming and is a proven leader. As Technical Director you are an energetic, enthusiastic, creative individual who possesses strong leadership skills combined with strong communication (written and verbal), organising, planning and administrative experience. Proficiency in both official languages (English/French) is an asset.OverviewReporting to the SNB Staff (Executive Director) and working closely with the SNB Board of Directors, the Technical Director will be working in a high‑paced environment, where they will be expected to engage with members of SNB, partners and stakeholders (i.e., Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, Sport NB, etc.). The Technical Director is expected to develop and implement strategies for the delivery of technical services that support the SNB membership, while looking to accomplish the goals of the strategic plan, and grants. The Technical Director will work in a team environment to ensure operations of SNB are aligned with key stakeholders and partners.ResponsibilitiesProvincial competition strategy including development, review, evaluation and attendanceProvincial competition technical structureDevelopment and application of SNB athlete ID, tracking and reporting programs, including selection criteriaTechnical leadership on SNB committees and sub‑committeesGrant application development and implementationProvide written reports as requiredClub development through visitations at meetsProviding in‑person training and/or camp opportunities to selected club swimmersIdentification and evaluation of targeted club and provincial ID swimmersReview and assessment of SNB performance rankings and resultsCoaching professional development and mentorship leadReconciliation and accountability of project finances and personal expensesThe position will require evening and weekend workOther duties may be requested from time to time by the BOD and other SNB Staff.QualificationsNCCP Coach Level 2 or aboveTechnical background in the sport of competitive swimmingA diploma or degree in a relevant field such as sport management, sport science or education would be considered an assetStrong communication and organisational skillsProven ability to work both independently and as part of a teamProficiency in both official languages (English/French); please indicate competency level in application or cover letterMust have a valid driver’s licence and be willing to provide a clean criminal record checkAssetsKnowledge of the New Brunswick and Canadian Sport Systems, AAD sport strategies and coaching pathwaysExperience working with not‑for‑profit and/or with a volunteer boardWe offer a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. All applicants must be currently eligible to be employed in Canada.Applicants should email cover letter and detailed resume including references to:Jill RamseyAdministrative AssistantSwimming New Brunswick/Natation Nouveau‑Brunswick900 Hanwell Road, Suite 31Fredericton, NBE3B 6A2[email protected]www.swimnb.ca #J-18808-Ljbffr