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STATE TEAM ASSISTANT COACH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Employer
Netball WA
Reports to
West Coast Fever Assistant Coach and High Performance Coach
Department
West Coast Fever and High Performance
Location
Based in Perth – State Netball Centre, Wembley Sports Park
Position Overview
Reporting to the West Coast Fever and High Performance Department the
State Team Assistant Coach will be responsible for assisting the Head Coach
with the preparation and coaching of the state squad and team selected to
compete at the National Netball Championships.
The State Team Assistant Coach is employed to work inclusively and
collaboratively with relevant internal departments as well as external
contractors, West Australian Netball League Coaches and volunteers to ensure
the successful achievements of this position’s objectives.
Core Responsibilities
Accountabilities
Development &
Overview of Tasks
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Planning
Promote the strategic vision and purposes of Netball WA within the netball
and greater Western Australian Communities
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Assist the Head Coach with the State Team Program Schedule
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In Liaison with the State Team Head Coach, establish guidelines and
responsibilities that will allow the Assistant Coach to maximise their
development opportunities and work on competencies that will help when
applying for NCAS Coaching Accreditation
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Assist the coach as required at all squad and team training sessions and at
National Netball Championships
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Attend the squad and team selection process as an observer only (Unless
appointed as a selector by Netball WA)
Administration
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Adhere to all Netball WA policies and procedures regarding State Team
Program
Practical
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Submit reports as requested by Netball WA and by the due date
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Attend State Team officials induction, all scheduled team professional
Involvement
development sessions and a post National Netball Championship review as
required
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Assist the Head Coach in the Fever in Time State Academy Program
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STATE TEAM ASSISTANT COACH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Key Interactions
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Attend all Phase Trials and squad training sessions
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Attend all team training sessions
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Undertake Assistant Coach role at the National Netball Championships
Strategic:
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West Coast Fever Head Coach
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GM – West Coast Fever & High Performance
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GM –Community Netball
Operational:
Key competencies
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West Coast Fever & High Performance Department
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Game Development Department
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State Team Head Coach
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State Team Apprentice Coach
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State Team Manager
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State Team Physiotherapist
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State Team Analyst
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Athlete and Parents
Essential Criteria
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Current Netball WA registration
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A minimum Current NCAS Intermediate Coaching Accreditation or working
toward
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Experience coaching at a representative level (West Australian Netball
League, Develop and Diamond Regional Academy, Academy Cup, or
Smarter than Smoking Association Championships)
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Outstanding organisational skills, excellent communication and
interpersonal skills
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Ability to meet duties, attendance and report requirements
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Good appreciation and understanding of the selection of age group
netballers and National Netball Championship expectations.
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Good understanding of Athlete development including all aspects such as
physical, social and emotional
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Ability to work independently and operate effectively as a member of both
small and broader teams
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Commitment to advocacy of Netball WA
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STATE TEAM ASSISTANT COACH
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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Commitment to promoting Netball WA’s philosophies and Athlete and
team culture
Good communication skills both written and oral
Current Working with Children Check
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Hours of work
A current “C” class WA driver’s license.
The hours required from the State Team Assistant Coach is not specified. It is
dependant on the training program established by both Netball WA and the
Head Coach.
Appointment Term
2-year term with the option of a third year (maximum appointment).
Hours of Work
The nature of the role will require out of work hours and weekend work
inclusive of interstate travel as required.
Remuneration
State Team Assistant Coaches shall be provided an honorarium of $1,000.00
per annum on completion of the program (including the Program Review).
How to Apply
Applicants are asked to forward an Application form outlining their relevant
experience and if necessary a covering letter addressing each of the essential
criteria via email to: theresa.paris@netballwa.com.au.
When do
5:00pm Friday 13 November 2016
applications close?
Who do I contact if
Please contact Stacey Rosman, West Coast Fever Head Coach, in confidence
I have an enquiry?
via email at stacey.rosman@westcoastfever.com.au