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British Columbia Golf is the Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) recognized by Government and Golf Canada as the organization responsible for golf within British Columbia. The organization is a non-profit, operating with a volunteer board. Incorporated in 1922, British Columbia Golf has roots extending back to 1893.
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BC Golf Performance Coach Position - Detailed Description
POSITION: Performance Coach
SUPERVISOR: Managing Director
PROPOSED TERM: March 2023-March 2025
STATUS: Full-Time with Flextime
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Class "A" PGA of Canada or LPGA (or working towards)
2-3 Yrs Experience of Coaching at the Club, Regional and Provincial Level Post Secondary Degree or a Coaching Diploma
TPI - Fitness, Junior an Asset
CNC and CDC NCCP Certification an Asset
Other: Vulnerability Screening and Class 5 Driver’s License
Additional Assets:
Experience implementing a competitive performance program
Comprehensive knowledge of the sport of golf, coaching principles and concepts Sound Planning and Time Management Skills
Effective Interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to lead a Team of contract coaches Knowledge and understanding of a provincial performance sport system in BC
PURPOSE of the POSITION
The BC Performance Coach is employed to provide leadership and execution in the planning and delivery of a BC Team program at the provincial level. Expectations are to align with the NextGen National Golf Canada player development program. To provide a high-quality, safe and valued experience for players on the competitive pathway, as part of a province-wide performance program.
The major strategic goal is to transition BC Juniors and Amateurs to the National Team program and to provide coach support to other high-level elite amateurs when required for National and International competitions.
Major Functions
- Act as a Performance Coach and to oversee BC Teams with BC Golf
- Administer and execute a Provincial Performance Program
- Provide ongoing coach support to targeted athletes on the competitive pathway
- Coach at Provincial, National and International competitions as required
- Collaborate with allied partners to support Enhanced Excellence in BC Sport sector
- Lead British Columbia to develop the best junior and amateur golfers in Canada
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate in building a provincial performance program for juniors and amateur golfers in BC
Work in concert with the Managing Director of Player Development for BC Golf
Consult with National Coaches with Golf Canada for Team Canada & Team Canada NextGen
Coach at provincial, national and international competitions as outlined in the provincial competition plan
Build effective work relationships and communications with private coaches, academies and IST staff
Provide ongoing coach support to targeted athletes on the competitive pathway
Work in partnership with BC contract coaches to oversee training and/or coaching of BC Team members
Develop YTP’s for athletes and assist in long-term training and competition plan
Assist in identifying coaches and promote coach development in British Columbia
Work in collaboration and cooperation on Talent ID on a provincial and national level
Provide a safe and valued sport environment to all athletes
Oversee the finances and expenses of a provincial performance program and expenses
Abide by the approved policies of the Association as they relate to player development
Attend provincial and national sport development meetings as necessary
Prepare and file coach reports and other reports required by Management and the BC Golf Board
Participate in selection of BC Teams and athletes for competition as appointed
Work in consultation with BC Player Development & Championship divisions on delivery
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Other Job Opportunity Resources:
Golf Canada posted Career Opportunites - Click HERE
National Golf Course Owners career centre