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2015 Under 16/Under 18 Victorian State Program - Coaching Staff Applications

Baseball Victoria
08 May 2015

Baseball Victoria is now seeking applications for all coaching positions for the under 16 and under 18 State Program that will participate in National Championships.

Overview

The primary aim is to develop and maximise the opportunities of our athletes to progress to the next level. In many cases this is to represent Australia and/or provide the necessary platform to allow them to progress into the National league, the US College system or professional ranks.

Program

Baseball Victoria will be appointing 4 Head Coach's, 8 Assistant Coaches and 4 EO's.

Requirement

Appointed coaches and Executive Officers (EOs) will be required to coordinate, implement and attend trials, squad training, team preparation and training sessions as directed by Baseball Victoria. Coordination and servicing of the teams during the National Championships will also be required.

Venues

All training and tournament venues will be confirmed by Baseball Victoria at a later date.

The Under 16 and 18 state Championships will be held in early January 2016.

Coach and EOs Eligibility

All coaches and EOs MUST meet the following requirements:

Hold a current membership with a Baseball Victoria club prior to applying

Accreditation

Coaches - hold at least a current Level 3 (Level 4 for Head Coaches)

 EOs - be prepared to complete a specified induction course

 Hold a current Working with Children Card prior to applying

 Hold a current Driver's Licence prior to applying

 Uphold all parts of the ABF and Baseball Victoria Code of Conduct

 Complete the forms required by both the ABF and Baseball Victoria

 Wear the required uniform and clothing as stipulated within Baseball Victoria policies and as directed by team staff

Qualifications

Extensive experience and demonstrated success as a coach or EO at a state or national level

Demonstrated high level technical knowledge of baseball coaching principles including techniques, coaching trends and national developments

Well-developed liaison, interpersonal, oral and written communication, and people management skills

Experience in maintaining records to meet organisational requirements

Competent computer skills for communication and reporting

First Aid qualifications will be considered highly

Personal Attributes

Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team and under direction

Demonstrated success in managing individual differences and group dynamics

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, observe confidentiality and use discretion and initiative

Ability to meet competing demands through effective prioritisation in a results oriented environment

Ability to work irregular and out-of-business hours and the capacity to travel away from home in September for approximately two weeks

Costs and Remuneration

Please note that a small out of pocket reimbursement for travel and other expenses will be available to coaches and EO's that successful fulfil all requirements of them, as directed by Baseball Victoria.

Application

Please find below the Application Form to be completed and returned to Ashley Blair – ashley.blair@baseballvictoria.com.au

This form MUST be completed and submitted for the application to be considered.

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