Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference: 862665
Location: 5031 - MILE END
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Agency
The Office forRecreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead SouthAustralian Government agency for sport, active recreation andracing. ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, localgovernment, and the community by providing leadership andsupport through the development and delivery of funding,policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, andhigh-performance pathways.
The ORSR offices are located at the South Australian SportsInstitute on the fringe of the Adelaide CBD at Mile End. Checkout the video below for a look behind the scenes at ourstate-of-the-art facilities.
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About the Division - SASI
The SouthAustralian Sports Institute (SASI) is the High PerformanceSports hub in South Australia. Its purpose is empowering peopleto achieve their sporting dreams and inspiring SouthAustralians. SASI does this by:
- Providing the highest quality daily training environment,including embracing leading-edge technologies to optimise theperformance of its people, programs, projects andpartners.
- Optimising national representation and medal success on theworld stage for South Australian-based athletes and teams.
- Pursuing excellence in practice, services and culture.
- Developing sustainable talent pathways for athletes andcoaches.
- Enhancing the community's engagement with SASI.
Role Highlights
- Lead coaching role within a national network of highperformance swimming hubs
- Access to world leading sports SASI performancesupport
- Coach within state-of-the-art high performance sportfacilities at SASI & SAALC
The Development Coach, Swimming is responsible for theday-to-day coaching, development and performance progression ofnationally categorised and identified pathway athletes, includingable-bodied and para swimmers, within the SASI high performanceswimming program. The role supports athletes to progress towardspodium performances at international benchmark events, with apriority focus on nationally selected athletes and thosedemonstrating potential for selection to Australian Olympic andParalympic teams. Reporting to the Sports Programs Lead andoperating under the technical direction of the Head Coach,Swimming, the role is responsible for delivering a high qualitydaily training environment for identified athletes. This includesmaximising the use of SASI's high performance facilities, resourcesand allocated performance support services to optimise athletedevelopment and progression towards Olympic Games, Paralympic Gamesand other major international events. The Development Coach,Swimming serves as the lead coach for para swimmers within the SASIswimming program and is responsible for coordinating and deliveringinitiatives that strengthen development opportunities for both paraand able-bodied and pathway athletes. The role leads swimmingtalent identification and development activities, workingcollaboratively with SASI talent development programs, relevantsporting organisations and key stakeholders to support nationallyaligned performance pathways and contribute to the achievement ofSASI's strategic objectives.
Special Conditions
- The Incumbent will be required to participate in theAgency's Performance Management Program.
- The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at thisremuneration level or equivalent.
- Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
- Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will berequired.
- This role requires a working with children check.
- Experience in swimming at a high-performance level, withexperience coaching both able-bodied and para athletes.
- Relevant coaching certifications and a demonstratedcommitment to continuous professional development.
Classification
OPS4 - Operational ServicesStream
Salary Range
$96,681 - $101,348 (totalsalary including super)
Duration
Up to 24 months
Bringing your talents to the Office for Recreation, Sportand Racing will see you rewarded with a wide variety ofbenefits such as:
- A variety of flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Access to the on-site SASI gym.
- Contemporary office space with secure bike storage andend-of-trip facilities.
- Free parking at our city-fringe Mile End office.
- Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid workarrangement.
- Access to great customised training and careerdevelopment opportunities.
Benefits
- A variety of flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Access to the on-site SASI gym.
- Contemporary office space with secure bike storage andend-of-trip facilities.
- Free parking at our city-fringe Mile End office.
- Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid workarrangement.
- Access to great customised training and careerdevelopment opportunities.
Enquiries to
Louise Bawden - SportsPrograms Lead
Phone: 0436 358 063
Email: Louise.Bawden@sa.gov.au
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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SASI Development Coach, Swimming employer: I WORK FOR SA
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an exceptional employer located in the heart of Adelaide CBD, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the safety and efficiency of South Australia's transport network. With a commitment to flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment, this role is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in their community.
