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Period of Appointment

Appointment to the role is on a fixed term basis for three (3) years
Duties:

Advise, assist, and monitor high-performance athletes' training objectives, ensuring compliance with national guidelines and policies.
Collaborate with AA's High-Performance Systems and Performance and Coaching departments, contributing to the overall high-performance program and TIS athletics program.
Establish close relationships with athletes and coaches, providing support and guidance for training plans and long-term goals.
Facilitate communication and integration between Member Association programs, the State Athletics Performance Program, and AA's High-Performance strategy.
Attend athletics competitions, keeping track of athlete performances and rankings.
Manage resources, facilities, consultancies, and the budget of the TIS Athletics Program.
Available to fulfill National Team Coach duties and provide updates on athletes' plans and progress.
Identify and propose athletes with significant performance outcomes for potential categorisation within the NASS program and selection to the PTP program.
Engage the state-wide athletics community, including coaching and athlete development clinics.
Perform other allocated duties as required.

Pre-employment Requirements

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this role is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:




Conviction checks in the following areas:Crimes of violence
Sex related offences
Serious drug offences
Crimes involving dishonesty
Serious traffic offences (if Driver's Licence is an essential requirement)

Identification check
Disciplinary action in previous employment check
Essential Requirements

Evidence of the following must be provided prior to appointment to this role:
Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration
Current First Aid Certificate
Current Driver Licence
Successful completion of Sport Integrity Australia's Ethical Decision Making & Introduction to Match Fixing online education modules

The person must continue to satisfy the above essential requirements/qualifications throughout their employment in this role.
Desirable Requirements

Coaching certification and or experience in the athletics pathway's workplace and with other sporting disciplines at national and/or international level would be deemed an advantage.
Demonstrated sound knowledge and/or qualification in either sports performance services, sports science, strength & conditioning, performance analysis.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Athletics State Performance Advisor.docx
Athletics State Performance Advisor.pdf
For more information

Name:
Adam Sproule

Position:
Acting Deputy Secretary

Email:
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Phone:
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How to apply

Review the Statement of Duties.
Upload a 1-2 page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
Attach a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Online applications are preferred, please click the Apply button.

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