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Period of Appointment Appointment to the role is on a fixed term flexible basis (up to 73.5 hours per fortnight) for three years.
Duties Demonstrated experience as a hockey coach at an elite or high-performance level.
This includes a proven track record of developing athletes to achieve significant performance outcomes.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and understanding of Hockey Australia's high-performance framework, coaching techniques, training methodologies and strategies across various disciplines.
Ability to apply this expertise to effectively coach and improve athlete performance.
Experience in managing and implementing high-performance programs, including athlete development pathways, training schedules, competition planning, and talent identification.
Ability to work collaboratively with other coaches, sports scientists, and other relevant disciplines to create an integrated high-performance team environment.
Display a strong understanding and competence in utilising technologies relevant to athlete performance management, data and video analysis and program administration.
This includes proficiency in sports performance tracking systems, athlete monitoring platforms, data analytics tools, and other relevant software and applications.
Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate athletes and staff.
Excellent communication skills to effectively convey instructions, provide feedback, and build positive relationships with athletes, coaching staff, and other stakeholders.
Essential Requirements Evidence of the following must be provided prior to appointment to this role: Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration Current First Aid Certificate Current Driver's Licence Successful completion of Sport Integrity Australia's Ethical Decision Making & Introduction to Match Fixing online education modules.
The person must continue to satisfy the above essential requirements/qualifications throughout their employment in this role.
Desirable Requirements Coaching certification and or experience in the hockey pathway environment at national or international level.
Demonstrated knowledge and/or qualification in either sports performance services, sports science, strength & conditioning, performance analysis.
Pre-employment Requirements The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this role is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted.
Conviction checks in the following areas: Crimes of violence Sex related offences Serious drug offences Crimes involving dishonesty Serious traffic offences (if Driver's Licence is an essential requirement) Identification check Disciplinary action in previous employment check Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents Statement of Duties - Head Hockey Coach (002143).docx Statement of Duties - Head Hockey Coach (002143).pdf Advice to applicants.DOCX Advice to applicants.pdf For more information Name: Adam Sproule Position: Deputy Secretary, Culture, Arts and Sport Email: ****** Phone: 0418 523 768 How to apply To apply, please provide a one to two page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
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