2026 Team BC Beach Coach (multiple positions available)

Volleyball BC•Burnaby, BC

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Volleyball BC Team BC Programs work to identify, train, and develop athletes with high performance potential. Team BC programs provide a pathway to support the development of athletes and coaches to reach their full potential within the sports of indoor and beach volleyball. Team BC is a flagship program within Volleyball BC and provides a developmental experience that is athlete-centred and exemplifies our values. We are looking for individuals who can uphold, contribute, and deliver this experience. The Team BC pathway of programs will feature both indoor and beach athlete development programming for athletes across multiple stages of Volleyball Canada’s Long Term Development model (LTD). In addition to athlete development, an important component of our High Performance Plan and the Team BC program is to support and develop coaches participating within the program. Volleyball BC is seeking coaches who are passionate individuals who aspire to contribute to the holistic development of athletes along the high-performance pathway; demonstrate a growth mindset and have an interest and commitment to continuous improvement; have the ability to build positive and productive relationships with others; support and contribute to the athlete-centered Team BC Culture and Environment; and have practical knowledge of Volleyball Canada’s Long term Development model (LTD). There are several coaching opportunities available at various levels of the Team BC program pathway. We invite all coaches to apply who are interested in supporting the development of future high-performance athletes in BC and who are committed to their own professional development. Team BC Beach is the pinnacle program for athletes in the Team BC Outdoor Development Pathway. Athletes are identified who have future potential to excel and compete for Canada at international levels in the future. The 2026 Team BC Beach program will identify BC’s top athletes (20U) and select to train and compete at the Canada Cup (20U competition). Athletes will train in a camp-based program. Training is led by a full coaching staff and integrated support team to ensure athletes meet their full potential. Coaches will also be involved in the creation and monitoring of year-round training plans. Team BC Beach Coaches will work to support the development of BC’s aspiring high-performance athletes using an athlete-centered approach that supports holistic development. Successful candidates will demonstrate an understanding of the high-performance pathway and will also have a combination of relevant coaching and/or playing experience. Positions available include: Boys - 1 Head Coach and 1 Assistant Coach; Girls - 1 Head Coach and 1 Assistant Coach.

Requirements

Passionate individuals who aspire to contribute to the holistic development of athletes along the high-performance pathway.
Demonstrate expertise in high-performance beach.
Demonstrate a growth mindset and commitment to personal improvement.
Belief in an athlete-centered approach to athlete development.
An understanding of the Train-to-Train and Train-to-Compete beach contexts.
Ability to build positive and productive relationships with others.
Self-awareness and continuous improvement.
Completion and maintenance of clear criminal record check and Person In Authority Check is required.
Completion of Foundations of Volleyball, CAC Safe Sport, Making Headway, and MED modules is required.
Successful candidates must meet certification requirements as outlined by Volleyball Canada for the Canada Cup.

Nice To Haves

A combination of playing and/or coaching experience at the Provincial Team or National Team, post-secondary and professional-level experience is considered an asset.
NCCP Advanced Development Beach certified is preferred.
NCCP Performance Beach Coach trained is an asset.

Responsibilities

Participate and contribute to Team BC Coach Development sessions, including but not limited to virtual meetings, online posting and connecting.
Assist Volleyball BC with the athlete identification and selection process for Team BC beach programs – including working with Volleyball BC to conduct virtual evaluation, in-person evaluation at Club Provincials and/or an in-person selection camp (date and time to be determined).
Plan organize, plan, and deliver Team BC beach training camps at various times during the year and attend Canada Cup Competition.
Follow guidelines, expectations, and code of conduct as outlined in the Team BC Coaches Handbook.
Supervision of athletes at residences & accommodations during training.
Complete administrative duties including but not limited to athlete feedback forms, training camp documents, and a program evaluation.
Adhere to Volleyball BC’s policies including Athlete Safety Policy.