Assistant Coach

6 months ago


Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time

**Schedule**

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, (35 hours per week).

**Education Level**

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study. Certification in provincial coaching.

**Career Level**

Requires 3 years of relevant experience, including 6 months credit for Coaching Certification.

**Sport Specific Description**:
Reporting to and under direct supervision of the Head Coach, this position will coordinate aspects of a varsity sports teams’ operation within the University including, but not limited to, recruiting student athletes, scouting, film work, game day logistics, and preparation of game plans. The individual will work with players on skill development on an individual and team basis.

Responsibilities may also include coordinating clinics and summer camps for the team for the purpose of fundraising and community outreach. The individual must carry themselves in a manner that reflects positively on the department and the University at all times. The individual will work as part of the Department and the McMaster Student Affairs community to develop and enable an inclusive and supportive culture of sport for all athletes, staff and University community members, in line with Department and University commitments with respect to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with the Head Coach to develop game plans, practice plans, and strength and conditioning programs.
- Collaborate with the Head Coach to create and implement short
- and long-term training programs for student athletes and teams.
- Demonstrate sport techniques and physical fitness during practice drills and games.
- Complete game and skills analysis.
- Participate in the planning and execution of training camps.
- Coordinate fundraising initiatives as directed by the Department.
- Ensure student athletes adherence to the student athlete code of conduct.
- Retain current knowledge on available University Equity, Diversity and Inclusion supports, intake offices available for student referrals under the Discrimination and Harassment, and Sexual Violence policies, and engage with resources within the Department and across the University community with respect to policies, procedures and best practices to support an inclusive student athlete experience.
- Evaluate, assess and recruit potential student athletes from high schools, clubs, and colleges.
- Discuss player potential with high school coaches.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with prospective students and current student athletes.
- Assist student athletes facilitate their academic endeavors around athletic event schedules.
- Plan, coordinate, and provide tours of the athletics facilities.
- Participate in meetings and deliver presentations.
- Assist in the mediation of disputes between players and other coaches.
- Monitor and maintain sports equipment.
- Act as a resource within the department.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
- Requires 3 years of relevant experience, including 6 months credit for Coaching Certification.
- Certification in provincial coaching.

**Additional Requirements/Assets**:

- Knowledge of U SPORTS and OUA Men’s Volleyball.
- Knowledge of OVA Club Volleyball & Team Ontario Programs.
- Ability to communicate with and relate to post-secondary student-athletes.
- Ability to contribute to team and culture building activities.
- Demonstrated ability to support post-secondary student-athletes overall well-being including, mental well-being and academic achievement.
- Knowledge and experience working with volleyball data software and programs, including delivering information to student-athletes.
- Ex. Perfbook, VolleyMetrics, Volley Station, and Data Volley.
- Previous coaching experience at the 17/18U Club or post-secondary level is an asset.
- Experience working with Provincial and National Team Programs is an asset.
- Ability to assist in fundraising activities, including hosting high school and club tournaments.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Other duties that may contribute to the needs of the department.

**Supervision**:
Ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff and volunteers.

**Additional Information**:
Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

**How To Apply**

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