Generally
US Footy is the recognized representative organization of Australian Football in the USA and is seeking to fill the Head Coaching position for the American Revolution, the national representative team. Applications are due January 20, 2009.
Description of Responsibilities
The Head Coach is responsible for the on-field performance of the Revolution. The Coach leads the selection process through the next three years and the selection of the team which will travel to Australia in 2011. The Head coach is also responsible for recruiting his volunteer assistant coaches.
As with all coach positions, communications is crucial, both on and off the field. Communication skills by both phone and e-mail are critical in this role and the successful applicant must show a history of good communication and a dedication to being the primary link to creating the “team” of potential Revolution players.
The coach will be selected on a combination of skills, including
· previous coaching experience;
· high level communication skills;
· business acumen;
· leadership;
· a demonstrated dedication to the USAFL
· solid knowledge of all USAFL team lists
· an understanding of financial and geographical challenges facing USAFL players
· track record of existing working relationships with club coaches
· commitment to developing new relationships with all relevant stakeholders; and
· an ability to “bring into the fold” and educate players who may be relatively new to the game of Australian Football.
Applicants must be AFL Level 1 Coaching certified, with a preference for Level 2 certified.
The coach will be required to attend a certain number of regional camps per year as well as various Revolution selection games, some (but limited) financial support may be available for travel. This is a volunteer position and will be appointed to run though the end of 2011. The appointed Head Coach will be required to pay the same proportion of costs as the players.
If you require further information, please send an email to Richard Mann at president@usfooty.com
Background on American Revolution
The Revolution is the National team of the United States Australian Football League (USAFL). The USAFL is focused on building the National team over the next three years with the aim of competing in the 2011 International Cup. Travel during 2009, 2010 and 2011 will likely involve domestic travel for training camps, possible tournament entries, international matches and travel to Canada for international matches. In 2011, the Revolution hope to improve on its 7th place finish at the 2008 International Cup.
Application Deadline
All applicants for the position must send a cover letter and resume in electronic format to Meaghan Harrison (officemanager@usfooty.com ), with copy to Matt Jagger (secretary@usfooty.com), by close of business on January 20, 2009.
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