Description
This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement before considering external candidates. Please login to verify your internal candidate status.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, and the salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement.
Location – This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at South Campus Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
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The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
Working for Golden Bears & Pandas Athletics
Golden Bears & Pandas Athletics provides a comprehensive Athletics program worthy of a large, highly ranked, research institution in Canada. Golden Bears & Pandas Athletics provide an impactful and meaningful experience in 12 different sports and 22 varsity teams for over 500 student-athletes across campus and academic disciplines each year.
In addition to the opportunities provided to student-athletes directly, Athletics is a multi-faceted organization, delivering equitable, diverse and inclusive services designed to impact important aspects of the University community and the community-at-large.
- domestic and international student recruitment
- enhancing the student experience
- campus community building
- university brand enhancement
- broad community engagement
- work integrated learning
Position
Athletics is searching for a Head Coach capable of leading and sustaining a high-performance basketball program, who has the ability to attract and retain the best basketball student-athletes in Canada. The successful candidate has the leadership skills required to deliver a program with a rich history and tradition to a championship winning program in Canada West and U SPORTS competition.
Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach will be responsible for all duties associated with the successful operation of a highly competitive university basketball program inclusive of activities related to coaching, teaching/mentorship, and service.
The Head Coach of the University of Alberta basketball program is responsible for creating a team culture that reflects Athletics’ values, including the holistic development of the student-athletes (e.g., academics, well-being), engagement of alumni, and a program that positively contributes to the greater community.
Coaching will involve traditional coaching duties, but will also include program planning, development and logistics, technical research and development, financial management, generation and stewardship of annual revenues, sport development inclusive Golden Bears basketball programming and summer sport camps and alumni development, recruitment and retention of top-level student-athletes, public relations and communications, athlete evaluation, and the supervision and/or mentorship of assistant and developing coaches. In addition, the Head Coach must at all times ensure compliance with Canada West Regional Association and U SPORTS rules and regulations.
Service responsibilities include the provision of service to the coaching community, particularly at the University of Alberta, Canada West and U SPORTS level and as required to Basketball Alberta and Canada Basketball. They also include participation in the governance of the University, being a contributing member of the greater Dean of Students and Athletics communities and dissemination of knowledge to the basketball community by making available the coach’s expertise and knowledge.
Duties
Head Coaching Duties
- Create practice and competitive schedule for team
- Booking of required facilities
Ensure travel, accommodations, and per diem are handled through appropriate University staff - Handle day to day team operations as necessary
- Preparation of seasonal plan, including off-season training/competition
- Selection, supervision and/or direction of assistant coaches
- Attend Canada West and U SPORTS coaches meetings
- Handle administrative requirements for eligibility, awards and scholarships, and learning resource seminars in cooperation with Athletics administration staff
- Recruit throughout the province, country and internationally as required
- Act as liaison with appropriate clubs, provincial and national sport associations
- Financial management of program
- Fundraising, including liaising with Golden Bears Basketball Alumni association, Support the Sport dinners, etc.
- Liaise with the Associate Director regarding new equipment and facility upgrades
- Involvement in Sport Development programs through the Green & Gold Sport Development system including summer camps where appropriate
- Build the brand for the sport through social media, traditional media, public appearances, etc.
Service Contributions
Contributions to the Profession:
- U SPORTS and Canada West coaches committee participation
- Contributions to coaching development including:
- Mentorship
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
- Clinics and Workshops
- International, National and Provincial Sport Involvement
- Writing, Publishing, and Speaking Appearances
Contributions to Athletics, Dean of Students and University of Alberta:
- Involvement in Standing and Ad/Hoc committees
- Involvement in coach/staff members committee
- Administrative responsibilities
- Teaching contributions (mentorship, academic courses, MCoach supervision, practicum)
- Support to research projects
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree
- Recent experience and a minimum of three years coaching experience at the University or professional level
- Demonstrates currency and competency in the profession of coaching
- Maintains registration and is in good standing with their professional body (e.g. National Coaching
- Certification Program and/or Coaches of Canada)
- Ability to employ varied coaching strategies
- Ability to design or select and administer effective assessments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style and to collaborate with colleagues
- Critical thinking and organizational ability
- Facilitation, negotiation and problem-solving skills and an ability to handle challenging student situations
- Technically proficient in the computer environment and a working knowledge of various applications
Preferred Qualifications
- A Master’s or PhD Degree
- A minimum of three years head coaching experience at the University or professional level
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.