Job Opportunity: High Performance Director
Location: Flexible (Domestic and International Travel Required)
Salary: $70,000 to $78,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience
Application Deadline: November 4, 2024 (or until a suitable candidate is found)
Complete Job Description available here
Climbing Escalade Canada (CEC) is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as the High Performance Director. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to help shape the future of high-performance climbing in Canada.
As the National Sport Organization for competition climbing, CEC is committed to fostering athlete-centred, ethical, and inclusive environments. The High Performance Director will play a key role in supporting and developing national team athletes to achieve success at prestigious international competitions, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games, IFSC World Championships, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage CEC’s High Performance Program, including the development of high performance plans and selection criteria for international competitions.
- Oversee the selection and monitoring of all National Teams and Squads.
- Collaborate with provincial and territorial sport organizations to support athlete development.
- Ensure compliance with CEC policies, including Safe Sport, anti-doping, and athlete agreements.
- Manage high performance budgets and deliver evaluations of program effectiveness.
Desired Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, knowledge, and abilities. However, we encourage applications from individuals who may not meet all these criteria but demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow in the role:
- 4+ years of experience in high performance sport, or a combination of relevant education and professional experience.
- Proven leadership in multi-disciplinary, high performance environments.
- Strong consultative, facilitation, and decision-making skills.
- Technical expertise in elite competition climbing.
- Experience in high performance coaching or mentorship.
- Understanding of the Canadian high performance sport system.
- Bilingualism in English/French is considered an asset.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Christiane Marceau, Executive Director of Climbing Escalade Canada, at [email protected] by November 4, 2024, or until the position is filled.
Climbing Escalade Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
