Technical Specialist - Track & Field
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Hiring Unit:
Athletics & Recreation
Position Summary:
As a technical specialist with the McGill Track and Field team you will have responsibilities and administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the program. You will assist the Head Coach in preparation for weekly responsibilities and deliver specific tasks focused on the development of the student-athlete, the team, and/or sport specific support systems.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist with the set-up and preparation of all home Track and Field meets.
Aid in collecting and compiling data at the meets for feedback to the athletes.
Liaise with meet officials and volunteers at home meets.
Communicate effectively with the head coach, other assistant coaches and the athletes.
Effectively recruit at the university level.
The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Level II NCCP certification or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years experience coaching in Track and Field.
Ability to lead the Track and Field group in the absence of the head coach.
Organized, punctual, team-oriented, hard worker
Criminal background check required
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.