Technical Director - Sunshine Coast Youth Soccer Association

Overview of the Position
The Sunshine Coast Youth Soccer association was created in 1986 and serves 960 members
throughout the Sunshine Coast. We offer programming for all levels from ages 3 years to 18
years of age. The Technical Director position is the senior technical leader within the Sunshine
Coast Youth Soccer Association that reports directly to the Club President and Board of
Directors and is responsible for the Club's overall technical leadership, development, and
direction.

The Technical Director is accountable for the Club’s day-to-day management of soccer
development for all players, as well as coaching development, in alignment with the Canada
Soccer Association Long Term Play and Coach Development principles. This part time
position's accountabilities and duties will require a flexible work week and/or workday with
nights and weekends needed to achieve the desired goals and objectives of the position.

Qualifications / Skill Set
• Canada Soccer Association B license, Canada Soccer Association Youth license, and
Canada Soccer Association Children license. Equivalent experience may be
considered.
• Has demonstrated ability to develop and coach players of various ages with a focus on
equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Passion for the sport of soccer.
• Experience implementing and overseeing a technical development program.
• Ability to multitask, good interpersonal skills, respect for all players, parents and club
partners.
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful criminal record check

Position Summary
The Technical Director reports to the Club President and Board of Directors and works closely
with the SCYSA House League and Rep League Directors, SCYSA Head Referee, volunteer
coaches, and BC Soccer Association.

The Technical Director liaises with:
• SCYSA players, coaches, and parent community
• North Shore Soccer Association
• British Columbia Soccer Association
• Canadian Soccer Association

Salary and Benefits
• The Technical Director position is a full-time position.
• Salary is Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

Technical Director Core Responsibility:
• Lead Rep Tryouts
• Support creation of team (house and rep)
• Host a minimum of two (2) academy sessions.

Accountabilities

Technical Leadership
• Establish priorities and objectives to guide the Club’s long-term future.
• Exemplify the Club's values and governing principles, demonstrate integrity and set ethical
standards.
• Engage with players in a positive manner.
• Understands modern sports context – safe sport, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a small community setting with finite resources.
• Ability to work in a non-profit sector with an elected Board.

Technical Programs - Coaching Development
• Support the education and development of the Club’s volunteer coaches.

Technical Programs - Player Development
• Build on our existing development program structure to enhance a development program
that supports our club’s members.
• Enthuse and engage with players in a positive manner.
• Support SCYSA efforts to create equity, diversity, and inclusion in the player
development.
• Support player development at both the House League and Rep League levels ensuring
support for all players within the club.

Other
Complete other tasks that would reasonably fall into the Technical Director portfolio, as directed
by the Club President.