A job description for the Head Coach position SMNT is attached (CLICK HERE). In addition to the traditional responsibilities, the Head Coach will work in collaboration with the Operations Manager - National Teams and the Men’s National Team Committee in designing and implementing a multi-faceted high performance program.

The ideal candidate will be certified at Level 4 or higher under the National Coaching Certification Program (or the equivalent in the new NCCP – Competition High Performance certified), or have the equivalent experience and training. Experience coaching and/or playing at a high caliber international level is an asset. Coaches who are certified at Level 3 may apply providing they ultimately enroll in the Level 4 program, if they are the successful candidate.

Key attributes will be:

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with players and other staff members

• Demonstrated vision and expertise in the development of annualized planning

• Leadership skills

• Familiarity with cutting edge softball specific strategies and sport science innovations to maximize performance

Deadline for applications is November 23, 2009.

Applications, including references, should be sent to Softball Canada, 223 Colonnade Road, Suite 212, Ottawa, Ontario K2E 7K3, info@softball.ca or fax 613-523-5761.

Candidates that are short-listed will be subject to a thorough background review and will be interviewed in December, 2009. We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

This position is financially supported by Sport Canada and is an honoraria based position.

For further information contact:

Harvey Stevenson

Operations Manager – National Teams

hstevenson@softball.ca