JOB POSTING: MANAGER, HIGH PERFORMANCE
CYCLING CANADA – MANAGER, HIGH PERFORMANCE
Overview of Cycling Canada:
Cycling Canada (CC) is the recognized authority by the UCI (Union Cycliste International) on all aspects of cycling in Canada, including BMX, Cyclocross, Mountain Bike, Para-Cycling, Road and Track. Founded in 1882, the CCA aims to create and sustain an effective system that develops talented Canadian cyclists to achieve Olympic, Paralympic and World Championship medal performances. With the vision to be a leading competitive cycling nation by 2020 celebrating enhanced international success, increased national participation and world class event hosting, Cycling Canada manages the National teams, hosts national and international events, and administers community programs to promote Cycling in Canada.
Job Description:
The High Performance Manager will assist in the management and delivery of National Team programs and be responsible for the Athlete Assistance Program, Anti-doping Whereabouts program and clothing and equipment inventory management.
In order to ensure optimal National Team program implementation the High Performance Manager will oversee the sport coordinators deliverables while ensuring that the sport coordinators work load is balanced.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Monitor performance measures and targets for National Team programs.
- Assist the HPD and technical coaches in the development of the strategic plan aligned yearly to National Team programs for all cycling sports.
- In collaboration with the IST Manager lead the establishment of performance measures and targets for National Team programs.
- In collaboration with the sport coordinators lead the ongoing oversight of National Team program budget expenditure monitoring.
- In collaboration with the Performance Development Manager develop and manage national training center and CSC/CSI alignment along with liaison with provincial programs.
- Lead in the development of National Team program selection policies and Sport Canada AAP carding criteria in consult with Cycling Canada’s High Performance Committee (HPC) and the HPC’s subordinate Sport Advisory Groups.
Knowledge and Skills
Cycling Canada is looking for candidates that have general knowledge of the Canadian sport system as well as an understanding of all Olympic and Paralympic High Performance cycling sports. The High Performance Manager needs to have the ability to prioritize tasks and superior multi-tasking and organizational skills. Due to the collaborative nature of the position and the need to develop and maintain a positive and dynamic work environment, candidates with strong communication and relationship skills will be sought.
Candidates will be expected to be proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint). The following skills, knowledge or experience will be considered assets:
- The ability to manage employees
- Level 3 Coaching Certification or equivalent
- The ability to communicate in both official languages
- The ability to manage equipment/clothing orders and inventory
- The ability to monitor budgets
- The ability to create documents, policies and agreements
Salary & Benefits
The salary scale for the position is in the range of $ 70,000 to $ 80,000 dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition the successful candidate will be eligible for benefits after a probationary period.
This position is subject to six-month probation; at the end of which a documented performance review will be completed.
Starting Date: April 1, 2013
Application Deadline: Persons interested should send an expression of interest cover letter and resume for this position to general@cyclingcanada.ca by February 16, 2013
All applications will be confidential. We thank all those who apply. Only individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Cycling Canada promotes Employment Equity.
THIS POSITION IS FINANCIALLY SUPPORTED BY SPORT CANADA.
