HEAD OF SNOWSPORTS

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The Artemis Centre is the epicentre of the wellbeing agenda at Melbourne Girls Grammar. We have a proud tradition of being at the forefront of girls participating in sport. The facility cements our proactive agenda of promoting diverse sporting opportunities and participation for all Melbourne Girls Grammar girls.
The Artemis Centre enables us to provide a wide variety of programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.
Visit the Artemis Centre website to read more about our state of the art facilities.
Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking to appoint a Head of Snowsports to administer and co-ordinate the MGGS Snowsports programs within SSA (Ski and Snowboard Australia) for the 2024 season April 2024 – September 2024. Reporting to the Head of Sport and Coaching, this position requires effective co-ordination and mentoring of coaches and athletes involved in Snowsports performing at the highest level.
The driving force behind this program, you’ll oversee all aspects of program management and administration, from coordinating competition entries to ensuring our athletes have the resources they need to excel. Beyond the administration, you’ll also support our coaches in implementing high-performance strategies and work closely with the wider Artemis Team and school to showcase our program to the community. You’ll liaise with our Head of Sport and Coaching and to ensure smooth operations and prioritise athlete wellbeing.
The successful candidate will work autonomously, and as part of a team, to plan for all associated sporting events and engage successfully with key stakeholders to set, evaluate and continuously revise the pathways of Snowsports performance. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for Snowsports, coupled with outstanding administrative skills. If you’re proactive, a team player, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of Snowsports excellence at MGGS!
Key Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience delivering a Snowsports Program
Professional and clear communication and negotiation skills
High level organisation skills and ability to work to deadlines
Health and Safety mindset and experience with safety and risk management processes as they relate to safety in sport.
Ability to navigate on mountain and coordinate the activities of coaches and others
Current Employee Type Working with Children Check
Current Coaching accreditation, Level 2 or equivalent
Current First Aid Certificate and a current Victorian Drivers Licence.
Benefits of working at MGGS
Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.
At Melbourne Girls Grammar we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits. This position is located onsite at the Merton Hall Campus, 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra across the road from the Botanical Gardens.
If you are looking to work in a leading organisation with exposure to new technologies and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.
Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar
As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.
How to Apply
Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type). All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
Applications close 9.00am Friday 8 March 2024