February 22, 2018 – The Ontario Cycling Association is seeking to contract services for the role of Provincial MTB Coach. This position will be responsible for assisting in the implementation and delivery of a provincial athlete development system with a focus on transitioning athletes into Cycling Canada programs.

Qualifications
– NCCP Introduction to Competition Certified or demonstrated commitment to obtaining certification (preferred)
– Experience as an athlete/coach/support in MTB training camps and competitions (required)
– Strong understanding of Long Term Athlete Development (required)
– Strong communication skills (required)
– Strong organizational skills and planning ability (required)
– Proficient in Microsoft applications (required)

Core Responsibilities
– Develop athlete centred annual provincial training and competition plans
– Assist in developing coach capacity and development opportunities in the province
– Act as a point of contact for MTB on behalf of the OCA

Coaching/Recruitment Responsibilities
– Deliver high level coach services to identified athletes through OCA led camps, projects, and other scheduled initiatives [may provide supporting role with other cycling disciplines]
– Monitor identified athletes as approved by the High Performance Manager ensuring on-going communication with athlete personal coaches and sport science/sport medicine staff
– Conduct gap-analysis [in-partnership with athlete personal coaches] on identified athletes and implement strategic and efficient solutions/resources to address athlete needs (SS/SM/technical coaching/etc.)
– Develop detailed internal reports for use in on-going athlete evaluation and assist in developing external reports for athlete/coach in identifying strengths and areas of improvement [e.g. athlete pathways and evaluation tools]
– Assist and lead outreach initiatives to conduct talent identification and relationships with MTB clubs across Ontario

Anticipated Projects May Include:
– Canada Cup Projects
– Team Ontario MTB Nationals Camp(s)
– Canadian MTB National Championships
– Winter Warm-Weather Camps [endurance-based/on-trail]
– Development Camps

– Responsible for all planning, budgeting, delivery, and reporting of assigned OCA projects/programs, ensuring all project/programs adhere to OCA policies and procedures.

This includes, but is not limited to:
– Arrange all project logistics (accommodations, travel, etc.) with office staff
– Select and coordinate project staff
– Develop selection criteria and related documents
– Develop detailed camp training plans
– Develop detailed project technical guides and athlete applications
– Deliver athlete and parent project information sessions or webinars when appropriate
– Submit final project reports and final project financial statements within assigned timelines as approved by HP Manager
– Assist with the development of presentations and reports as requested Other
– Provide basic mechanical support to athletes during projects
– Assist with athlete travel [driving] to identified projects/camps [cargo vans and trailers may be required]
– Assist the OCA in the delivery of daily operations when required
– Other duties as assigned

This job requires evening and weekend work as well as travel nationally/internationally at key points in competition season.
A criminal record check will be required prior to confirmation of hiring.

Compensation: This is a contracted position requiring between 50 – 75 days of work throughout the year. The compensation will be based on the agreed upon services.

Application: Interested applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume in-confidence to careers@ontariocycling.org by 11:59pm March 4, 2018.

Questions: All questions can be directed to Michael Suraci at 416-855-1717