Reporting to the Senior Manager - Sports Programs this role is the leader of the MSA Basketball Program and is offered as a 0.4 - 0.5 time fraction.

Please note the role can be combined with a PE teaching role within Maribyrnong College to become a full time position - teacher application must be submitted via the DET HR website.

THE ROLE OF HEAD BASKETBALL COACH WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• To develop and deliver a high-performance Basketball program for student-athletes (Years 7 - 12) which compliments and supports the Basketball Talent Pathway programs.
• To support student-athletes in balancing their sporting aspirations and their education (with the aim of all Basketball student-athletes completing their VCE).
• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships and communication with all stakeholders (external clubs/coaches, parents and carers, Representative Clubs, Basketball Victoria, etc.)
• Manage and mentor assistant coaches via our coach development proformas to jointly deliver the program.
• Monitoring new developments in the field of coaching and sports science specific to Basketball and implement where appropriate.
• Set and enforce minimum standards for the program which are consistent with the overall cultural expectations for all student-athletes within the MSA program.
• Create an environment of continuous improvement in athletes and coaches within the program.
• Collaborate with MSA Strength & Conditioning, Rehab and Sports Science staff to ensure best outcomes for student-athletes.
• Lead the Basketball trial process for prospective MSA Basketball student-athletes (Year 7 - 12).
• Ensure the welfare of the athletes is maintained by ensuring that they are aware of the support structures available to them and encourage a harmonious group environment by liaising with all team members, other coaches, the college and parents / carers.

SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing athlete learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform coaching practice and providing feedback on athlete learning growth and achievement.
2. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships.
3. Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department and College / Academy values.
4. Demonstrated personal and professional abilities to develop talented / emerging Basketball or elite players within the system.
5. Experience in managing a talent pathway / elite program including athletes and assistant coaches.