Job Description

Salary:

JOB INFORMATION

Job Title: Team BC Beach Coach (multiple positions available)

Organization: Volleyball BC

Reports to: Manager, Pathway Development or designate

Work Type: Contract, Honoraria

Compensation: Program Dependent - see below

Start Date: May 2026

Closing Date: Competition will remain open until filled

JOB OVERVIEW

Team BC

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.

2026 Team BC Pathway - Coaching Positions

The Team BC pathway of programs will feature both indoor and beach athlete development programming for athletes across multiple stages of Volleyball Canadas 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/have:

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;
Ability to build positive and productive relationships with others;
Support and contribute to the athlete-centered Team BC Culture and Environment;
Practical knowledge of Volleyball Canadas 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.

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the program overviews and position outlines below. If you wish to apply for a position, please also complete the Team BC Beach Application Form here.The competition will remain open until the positions are filled.

A complete program overview can be found on our website here: www.volleyballbc.org/team-bc/

TEAM BC BEACH (CANADA CUP)

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 BCs 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 BCs 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

Boys - 1 Head Coach and 1 Assistant Coach
Girls - 1 Head Coach and 1 Assistant Coach

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Duties

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 BCs policies including Athlete Safety Policy

2. Working Conditions

Primary working locations will include a home-office environment, outdoor facilities (i.e., beach courts);
Must have access to a suitable home office space for administrative tasks;
While working at outdoor facilities, there will be direct exposure to all outdoor elements for extended periods of time: sun, wind, rain, heat, and dust/sand at beach courts.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Desirable Coaching Qualities and Beliefs

Passionate individuals who aspire to contribute to the holistic development of athletes along the high performance beach 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.

2.Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrate a blend of sport-specific, intrapersonal, and interpersonal knowledge:
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;
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.

3. Licenses, Certificates, and Registrations

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;
NCCP Advanced Development Beach certified is preferred;
NCCP Performance Beach Coach trained is an asset;
Successful candidates must meet certification requirements as outlined by Volleyball Canada for the Canada Cup.

COMPENSATION

Honorarium

Head Coach - $2000 per annum
Assistant Coach - $1000 per annum

APPLICATION DETAILS

Interested applicants should also complete theTeam BC Beach Application Form here.

Volleyball BC supports the development of coaches through the Team BC High-Performance Program. Coaches who possess the desirable coaching qualities and beliefs, but lack knowledge and experience are still encouraged to submit an application.

Applicants with questions about the program are asked to email Volleyball BCs Manager, Pathway Development at bbell@volleyballbc.org

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited to interview will be contacted.

Volleyball BC

Open Positions

2026 Team BC Beach Coach (multiple positions available)