2016 Team Manitoba and 2017 Canada Games Indoor Coaching Positions
Gender
Female
Team
17U/18U
17U/18U
17U/18U
17U/18U
Male
Position (s) Available
(1) Head Coach – 2016 NTCC and
2017 Canada Summer Games
(1) Assistant Coach – 2016 NTCC
And 2017 Canada Summer Games
(1) Manager – 2016 NTCC
And 2017 Canada Summer Games
(2) Advanced Development
Apprentice Coach – Non Travelling
Dates
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
15/16U
15/16U
15/16U
(2) Head Coach - 2016 NTCC
February 2016-July 2016
(2) Assistant Coach – 2016 NTCC February 2016-July 2016
(2) Development Apprentice Coach February 2016-July 2016
Non-Travelling
17U/18U
(1) Head Coach – 2016 NTCC and
2017 Canada Summer Games
(1) Assistant Coach – 2016 NTCC
And 2017 Canada Summer Games
(1) Manager – 2016 NTCC
And 2017 Canada Summer Games
(2) Advanced Development
Apprentice Coach – Non Travelling
17U/18U
17U/18U
17U/18U
15/16U
15/16U
15/16U
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
February 2016-September 2017
(2) Head Coach - 2016 NTCC
February 2016-July 2016
(2) Assistant Coach – 2016 NTCC February 2016-July 2016
(2) Development Apprentice Coach February 2016-July 2016
Non-Travelling
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The 17U/18U Indoor Female and Male programs will compete in the 18U division at the 2016
National Team Challenge Cup in Richmond, BC (female) and Kingston, ON (male). The 2017
Canada Summer Games will be held in Winnipeg August 5-13 2017. Coaches must be able to
attend both of these competitions to be considered for the 2017 Canada Summer Games Head
and Assistant coaching positions.
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The 15/16U Indoor Female and Male programs will compete in the 16U division at the 2016
National Team Challenge Cup in Richmond, BC (female) and Kingston, ON (male).
Description of Coaching Positions.
17U/18U Head and Assistant Coach– 2016 NTCC and 2017 Canada Summer Games.
Responsible for the delivery of the 17/18U program at the 2016 NTCC Championships and the
2017 Canada Summer Games.
Manager - 2016 NTCC and 2017 Canada Summer Games.
Responsible for managing the team from the start of the identification process in 2016 through
to the conclusion of the 2017 Canada Summer Games. This position may not be required to
travel to the 2016 NTCC Championships.
Advanced Development Apprentice Coach –
Support the coaching staff of the 2016 NTCC and 2017 Canada Summer Games. The apprentice
coach is not required to travel to the 2016 NTCC Championships and will not be part of the
official delegation for the 2017 Canada Summer Games. Volleyball Manitoba will pursue other
options to have the apprentice coach candidates involved at the games through other means
where possible.
15U/16U Head and Assistant Coach-2016 NTCC
Responsible for the delivery of the 15U/16U program at the 2016 NTCC Championships in
Richmond BC (female) and Kingston ON (Male)
Development Apprentice CoachSupport the coaching staff of the 2016 NTCC Championship. The apprentice coach is not required
to travel to the 2016 NTCC Championships.
Duties and expectations will include but not be limited to:
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Head Coaching candidates will be consulted in the selection and appointment of assistant and
apprentice coaches as well as manager (assistant coach and manager candidates must submit
applications to Volleyball Manitoba).
Involvement in athlete identification, including scouting at Volleyball Manitoba Events and
conducting other talent identification during the months February - May 2016.
Organization, planning and execution of summer training schedules and yearly training plan in cooperation with the Provincial High Performance Coach and Sport Manitoba Performance Centre
professionals.
The supervision and monitoring of athletes throughout the identification, training, competition and
off season as required.
The preparation and leadership of a team at the 2016 National Team Challenge Cup and/or 2017
Canada Summer Games.
Qualifications
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Registered member in good standing with the Manitoba Volleyball Association
Familiarity with the Long-term Athlete Development model for Volleyball in Canada
Current vulnerable sector screening, child abuse registry & criminal record check
All 17U/18U head coach candidates must be fully certified (theory, technical and practical) under the
NCCP to at least Level 2, or Advanced Development Indoor stream.
NOTE: The Head Coach on the official registration form for the Canada games must be fully certified
(theory, technical and practical) under the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) to at least Level
3, or Performance Coach certified in the new NCCP (Competition Stream, Development Context). Therefore,
the successful candidate will need to complete their Level 3/Performance Coach certification no later than
120 days before the opening of the Games (January 30th, 2017)
Assistant Coaches for the Canada Games staff must be fully certified level 3 or Performance Coach
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trained no later than January 30 , 2017.
 All 17U/18U assistant coach candidates must be fully certified (theory, technical and practical) under
the NCCP to at least Level 2, or Advanced Development Coach Indoor stream “In Training”.
 All 16U head and assistant coach candidates must be fully certified (theory, technical and practical)
under the NCCP to at least Level 1, or Development Coach Indoor stream “In training”.
 All Advanced Development Apprentice Coach candidates must be fully certified under the NCCP to at
least Level 1 or Development Coach Level. Preference may be given to those who are in the process
of attaining Advanced Development Coach status or hold Level 2 certification.
 All Development Apprentice Coach Candidates must be in the process of attaining Development
Coach certification. Preference may be given to those who hold Level 1 or Development Coach
certification.
 Experience developing short and long-term athlete/team training plans
 All Coaches must possess a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and a willingness to travel within
and out of the province/country as required.
Selection Criteria:
Selection criteria will include and may not be limited to the following:
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Teaching ability and training methods
Ability to support and encourage athletes
Knowledge level of volleyball strategies and tactics.
Knowledge level and teaching methods of volleyball skills
Ability to work with others in an Integrated Support Team (IST) or multi-disciplinary environment.
Experience working in the 18U or 16U age category
NCCP Certification
Experience working in Volleyball Manitoba or Volleyball Canada programs
Experience mentoring other coaches/individuals
A demonstrated commitment to personal and professional development
Volleyball Manitoba will review the 2017 Canada Games coaching staff and program plan at the completion of
the 2016 season and reserves the right to replace any or all members of the staff should the program not
meet the expectations set forward by Volleyball Manitoba and its funding partners.
Application Procedure:
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Please send a cover letter outlining which age and gender you would be interested in coaching.
Indicate your preference for head or assistant coach position or if you wish to be considered for both
roles. Also provide your coaching philosophy and a brief description of what you can provide to the
Team Manitoba program. Please include your NCCP number.
If you are applying for a position with the Canada Games program (Head or Assistant Coach or Manager)
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Please include a brief coaching resume that includes past coaching achievements and relevant
experiences as well as your NCCP number and certification level.
Please supply the names and contact information of three (3) coaching related references.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday February 16, 2016
Please send all applications via email to
Scott Koskie – Provincial High Performance Coach
Volleyball Manitoba
[email protected]
204-925-5784
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.