BC Wheelchair Sports is seeking a fulltime staff person with primary responsibility for Wheelchair Athletics (track, road and seated throws) programs and events including oversight of athletes, coach and officials development. Additional program responsibilities will include the ‘Bridging the Gap’ (BTG) recruitment and retention program, special events, community partnerships and other programs and services as required. The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director. For more information on BCWSA’s Vision, Mission, Values and Strategic Plan, visit www.bcwheelchairsports.com.
Position
Key Responsibility Areas
- Wheelchair Athletics Program Delivery - Work directly with coaches, athletes, officials, clubs and partner organizations to develop and deliver programming in in track, road racing and seated throws including annual planning, new program/regional development, classification, training camps and clinics, competition, provincial team program, equipment, sport science and medicine, coach and officials development.
- Event Support – assist with the delivery of regional, provincial, and international wheelchair sport events hosted by BCWSA.
- Bridging the Gap-Getting Physically Active Program – Support program delivery including: athlete recruitment, introductory programs, Have a Go Days, peer mentors, equipment, community partnerships and awareness events.
- Partner Communication and Alignment – Work with local, provincial and national partners to ensure ongoing communication and alignment of programs, including Athletics Clubs, BC Athletics and Athletics Canada. Work closely with performance partners including viaSport and the Canadian Sport Institute Pacific.
- WC Race Series – Partner with the WC Race Series to ensure effective support of athletics athletes in BC.
- BCWSA Wheelchair Loan Program – Support the delivery of the BCWSA Wheelchair Loan Program particularly as it relates to wheelchair racing and seated throws.
- Planning, Budgeting and Reporting – Support the Program Managers and Executive Director to develop strategic plans, and budgets and ensure accurate tracking of all reporting data and information.
- General Administration duties related to the position
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- A degree in Kinesiology or Therapeutic Recreation or related field; or equivalent knowledge and experience in sport programming, athlete and coach development
- Budget Development and Reporting Experience
- Experience working in the BC or Canadian sport system
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
- Ability to foster and maintain effective professional relationships
- Must be able to work efficiently, independently and be able to multi-task
- Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends and in event based environments, some travel required
- Must complete the BCWSA Screening Process including a Criminal Record Check
- Class 5 driver’s license is required
- Class 4 driver’s license (or the ability to apply for one) is an asset
- Experience working with people with physical disabilities is an asset
- Knowledge of sports wheelchairs or bicycle mechanics is an asset
Work Conditions & Physical Effort
- Hybrid work environment but must reside in the Lower Mainland and be willing to commute to the BCWSA office (780 SW Marine Drive) on a weekly basis
- Fulltime position (37.5 hrs/week); Monday to Friday but must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Physical effort related to the position includes loading/unloading adaptive sport equipment for programming and supplies for events
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $42,436.00-$50,393.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Will you be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6P5Y7
