December 16, 2017 (Calgary, Alta.) – The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary (CSI Calgary) and the Alberta Bicycle Association are hiring an NCCP Certified Coach for a joint position. The position will be approximately 60% ABA and 40% CSI Calgary.

Overview
The CSI Calgary Cycling Program and ABA is providing a unique opportunity for the right person as Coach to deliver coaching services to Performance (ages 16-18 yrs.) level athletes. Evenings and weekend work is a requirement of the position. The position requires a high level of independence and self-motivation, as well as the ability to develop and implement daily, weekly and yearly training/competition plans. Professional development is structured into the position to provide coaching and educational opportunities.

Core Competencies

• Coaching
• Leadership
• Communication
• Planning
• Evaluation & Reflection
• Achievement Oriented
• Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Learning capability (knowledge)
• Results Orientation

Primary Responsibilities CSI

• Develop and coordinate the yearly training and competition program for identified athletes.
• Deliver programs in the daily training environment to identified athletes.
• Assist in creating and implementing a challenging, dynamic, team and performance oriented training and competitive environment for athletes to thrive.
• Ensure the development of a multi layered, multi-dimensional athlete development model that is adaptable to encourage continued program participation.
• Demonstrate ethical qualities and works to instil the virtues of fair play and sportsmanship in all athletes.
• Develop and coordinate camps and or clinics for the purpose of athlete recruitment.

Primary Responsibilities ABA

• Planning development camps, and creating an LTAD implementation plan
• Coaching Development, including creating a positive, synergistic and cooperative working relationship with Alberta coaches, and overseeing delivery of NCCP
• Oversee the Provincial Team program, including program preparation, coordination, budgeting and management.
• Mentoring coaches across all disciplines of cycling (Road, Track, MTB, BMX & Cyclo-cross)
• Attend Racing Committee meetings
• Assist with the preparation and follow-up for all grants relating to the Provincial Team program and coaching

Other Responsibilities

• Fosters an environment that encourages participation, innovation, adaptability, accountability, and initiative enabling program participants to achieve their own personal goals.
• Develops and maintains positive communication with outside providers (e.g. Local Clubs, ABA, CPSA, CC) to ensure proper delivery of the high performance cycling program.
• Participates in Local/Provincial cycling related meetings and functions (e.g. ABA AGM) to stay current on the local cycling community endeavours and maintains communication with CSI-Calgary departments and staff.
• Practices a continual two-way exchange of knowledge and ideas with other CSI Calgary coaches.
• Pursue continuous personal and professional development ensuring the most topical and up to date information is available for the coaches and athletes alike.
• Delivery of cycling programs which follow Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development model

Minimum Qualifications

• NCCP-certified Competition Development, or capable of attaining this certification by May 2018
• A member in good standing of the Coaches of Canada; Cycling Canada and Coach Alberta
• Provide a Police Background Check and Drivers Abstract
• Minimum of 2 years Coaching Experience
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Strong interest in coach as a career

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $49,000-$51,000

Closing Date:  December 18, 2017

Please send your cover letter and resume to: Heather Lothian at heather@albertabicycle.ab.ca