A posting to the Canadian list. Regards,
Martin From: "David Scott-Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Track-Canada" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Despite the informal nature of this group, I thought it would be a good mechanism to help get the word out about a position with the Guelph Athletics Society we are looking to fill in the sports of track and field and cross-country. Notice will also be placed within relevant institutions, national and provincial governing bodies etc. The Guelph Athletics Society, formed in 1999, is a not-for-profit organization of business, public sector and athletics professionals dedicated to developing the City of Guelph as a centre for the advancement of athletics, performance, coaching and training. This position is made possible with the support of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant. Please direct any questions to me directly. JOB POSTING Youth Program Coordinator – Track and Field/Cross-country The Guelph Athletics Society, with the support of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, is seeking applications for the position of Youth Program Coordinator: Track and Field/Cross-country. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors of the Guelph Athletics Society, the Youth Program Coordinator will be responsible for the delivery of a series of track and field and cross-country programs targeting the elementary and high school aged youth of Wellington County. These programs include, but are not limited to, established activities such as Run With the Pros and Extreme Runners (fall cross-country), Beat the Snow (indoor track and field), Spring Training Days (outdoor track and field) and the creation of several new programs including the Run For Action Relay. Additional support and resources will be available through partnerships with the University of Guelph, and The Health and Performance Centre – Guelph. The focus is on the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, active living and positive role modeling using track and field and cross-country as a vehicle. End goals are to increase participation in youth athletics in Wellington County by promoting existing programs, improving access to local facilities, and organizing community events. The successful applicant should possess the following: familiarity with the sport of track and field/cross-country; experience working with the target age group; entrepreneurial skills relevant to event management and public relations; valid driver’s license and first aid certification; familiarity with standard office software. The applicant will also need to agree to a background check. The term of the position is three years, pending satisfactory semi-annual performance reviews. Salary is $20,592.00 per year, based on 20 hours/week at $18.00/hour. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The planned start date is January, 2003. Applications and inquiries should be forwarded to: Dave Scott-Thomas Executive Director, Guelph Athletics Society 50 Yewholme Dr., Guelph, Ont., N1G 3A4 Phone: 519-824-4120 ext 3430 Fax: 519-766-9563 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
