JOB INFORMATION

Job Title: Team BC Zone Coach(multiple positions available)

Organization: Volleyball BC

Reports to: Technical Director, Regional Managers

Work Type: Contract, Honoraria

Compensation: Program Dependent - see below

Start Date: May 01, 2025 (Coach Development starts and some athlete identification)

Closing Date: Competition will remain open until filled

JOB OVERVIEW

Team BC Zone Program

The Team BC Zone Program (15U) is the initial Team BC Program in which athletes are identified and exposed to a high-performance training environment. Athletes are identified who have future potential to excel and compete to represent BC at national levels in the future.

The 2025 Team BC Zone program will identify BCs top athletes (15U) and select them to train and compete at theBC Cup. Athletes will train in their home region for up to 32 hrs in weekly or camp-based training models. Training is led by a full coaching staff.

Team BC Zone Program coaches will work to support the development of BCs aspiring high-performance athletes using an athlete-centered approach that supports holistic development. Successful candidates will demonstrate an understanding of the high-performance pathway and will also have a combination of relevant coaching and/or playing experience.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

• 1 Zone Program Head Coaches / Gender
• 1 Zone Program Assistant Coaches / Gender
  

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duties

• Participate and contribute to Team BC Coach Development sessions, including but not limited to virtual meetings, online posting, and connecting. Minimum 2-3 hours per month, February - August.
• Assist Volleyball BC with the athlete identification and selection process for Team BC programs including working with Volleyball BC to conduct virtual evaluation, in-person evaluation at Club Provincials and/or an in-person selection camp (date and time to be determined).
• Program Coaches organize, plan, and deliver the Team BC Zone program training June - July.
• Program Coaches support the preparation and performance for the Zone program (15U) at the BC Cup July 3-6 in Kamloops, BC.
• Follow guidelines, expectations, and code of conduct as outlined in the Team BC Coaches Handbook.
• Supervision of athletes during training, transportation to competition and/or during the competition.
• Complete administrative duties including but not limited to athlete and parent communication, athlete feedback forms, training camp documents, and a program evaluation.
  
• Adhere to Volleyball BCs policies including Athlete Safety Policy

2. Working Conditions

• Primary working locations will include a home-office environment, outdoor facilities (i.e., beach and/or grass courts), and indoor facilities such as gymnasiums;
• Must have access to a suitable home office space for administrative tasks;
• While working at outdoor facilities, there will be direct exposure to all outdoor elements for extended periods of time: sun, wind, rain, heat, and dust/sand at beach courts;
• While working at indoor facilities, there will be direct exposure to loud noise due to live sports and music in an enclosed area.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Desirable Coaching Qualities and Beliefs

• Passionate individuals who aspire to contribute to the holistic development of athletes along the high performance pathway;
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and commitment to personal improvement;
• Belief in an athlete-centered approach to athlete development.

2. Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrate a blend of sport-specific, intrapersonal, and interpersonal knowledge:
• An understanding of the Train-to-Train and Train-to-Compete contexts;
• Ability to build positive and productive relationships with others;
• Self-awareness and continuous improvement;
• A combination of playing and/or coaching experience at the Provincial Team or National Team, post-secondary and professional-level experience is considered an asset.

3. Licenses, Certificates, and Registrations

• Completion and maintenance of clear criminal record check and Person In Authority Check is required;
• Completion of Foundations of Volleyball, CAC Safe Sport, Making Headway, and MED modules is required;
• NCCP Performance Coach Coach Certified is preferred.
• Successful candidates must meet certification requirements as outlined by Volleyball Canada for the Canada Cup and Canada Games competitions.

COMPENSATION

Honorarium

1. Head Coaches - $1200
2. Assistant Coaches - $800

APPLICATION DETAILS

Interested applicants are to complete the Team BC Zone Program Application by February28th, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST, however, the competition will remain open until all positions are filled.

Volleyball BC supports the development of coaches through the Team BC High-Performance Program. Coaches who possess the desirable coaching qualities and beliefs, but lack knowledge and experience are still encouraged to submit an application.

Applicants with questions about the program are asked to email Volleyball BCs Technical Director at [email protected]

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited to interview will be contacted.