Coach & Sport Coordinator

2 months ago


Burnaby, Canada Special Olympics BC Full time

Special Olympics BC - Sport Coordinator - Coach & Sport Development

Be inspired and inspire others. Build opportunities that change lives. Engage with people of all backgrounds so that others may be engaged. Be part of one of the largest and most respected sport organizations in the world.

Special Olympics BC provides programs that are driven by more than 2,500 coaches/volunteers in 53 communities around BC. We are hiring an individual that will:

- Ensure our coaches are empowered to reach new heights through the latest sport science, sport medicine, technical, and coaching expertise possible.
- Oversee the National Coaching Certification Program for Special Olympics.
- Help find, build, and deliver the resources needed to fulfill this vision to our coaches.
- Assist communities in developing sports they don’t currently offer and expand those they do.
- Assist in developing new sports for Special Olympics BC.
- Implement areas of SOBC’s Safe Sport programs.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a sport or recreation related field.
- Valid BC driver’s license.
- Will pass a Criminal Record Check.

**Additional assets**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven team player.
- Experience in program development, implementation and/or evaluation.
- Experience in the sport sector and event planning.
- Knowledge of the coaching programs such as the NCCP.
- Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Proven ability to work independently.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new database systems.

While this position does have regular “office” hours, your time will flex as you will be required to work evenings and weekends. When appropriate to do so, travel throughout B.C. will be expected. This position is based out of our Provincial Office in Burnaby, B.C. and while in-office work will be expected, some remote workdays will also be accommodated. The current salary range for this position is $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year plus an excellent benefit package.

**We thank all applicants for their interest in Special Olympics BC; however, only those invited to interview will be contacted.**

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burnaby, BC V5C 2H6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-09-05



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