Closing Date: April 25, 2008

The NAIT Athletics Department invites applicants for the following fulltime Head Coaching positions: Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Men’s Volleyball, Women’s Volleyball and Women’s Hockey.

As a founding member of the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CCAA), our intercollegiate teams have established a rich tradition of student -athlete success that ranks NAIT as among the finest intercollegiate programs in Canada. Because of this, we are confident that NAIT student-athletes develop life skills of teamwork, commitment, discipline, and time-management that are valued throughout their careers.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining an active, focused recruiting plan
• Designing a Yearly Training Plan (YTP) program including running practice sessions and scheduling appropriate competitions
• Utilizing appropriate tactical and technical strategies during competition
• Ability to put coaching theory into practice
• Analyzing performance and giving feedback
• Providing appropriate mental and physical conditioning tactics for student-athletes
• Supporting and acting in accordance to the strategic direction and initiatives as they relate to fundraising, general promotions, budget management , appropriate administrative responsibilities and community and alumni relations
• Ensuring the appropriate academic standards of the student-athletes are monitored and met

Key Personal Attributes are:

• Enthusiasm for the sport
• Strong verbal communication abilities
• Ability to inspire and motivate others
• Skill in analyzing the sport
• Patience and determination
• Organizational abilities
• Sensitivity and a supportive manner
• Physical stamina (recommended)
• Ability to develop and revise training and coaching material

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will hold a minimum Bachelor of Kinesiology or related degree, with a Masters’ degree preferred, and five years of coaching experience at the College, University, Junior, or Professional level. A minimum full certification at the NCCP Level 3 (or equivalent) is required with a Level 4 or 5 preferred. Professional player participation may be considered in lieu of coaching experience.

Remuneration: Starting salary will be up to $71,312.02 dependent upon education and experience. Please note your salary expectations in your application for a specific position.

For further information and to apply, visit http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=NAIT3&cws=1&rid=1050