Afl Umpires Physical High Performance Manager
Posted on Jan. 17, 2025 by The AFL
- Baranovichi, Australia
- N/A
- nan
ABOUT US
As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game – from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.
The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the AFL Umpires Physical High-Performance program for the AFL Umpiring Department, including:
- Establishing an environment that enables all AFL umpires to perform to their maximum physical ability
- In consultation with the AFL Umpires Head Coach driving the weekly national umpire training program
- Oversee best practice for physical development, injury prevention and rehabilitation programs for all AFL umpires
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
Key Accountabilities:
Establishing an environment that enables all umpires to perform to their maximum ability
- Contribute to a high-performance culture across the AFL umpires
- Align the performance of all medical, physiotherapy and high-performance staff ensuring a seamless experience for all AFL umpires
- Regularly provide education on best practice conditioning to AFL Umpires and Staff
- Participate as part of the AFL Umpiring Department operations committee
Manage the Strength and Conditioning Program for all AFL umpires
- Prepare individual strength and conditioning programs as part of umpire PDPs
- Prepare and conduct all conditioning and high-performance components for the AFL Umpire training program
Develop the Physical and Rehabilitation program for AFL umpires
- Develop all components that will support the physical development and rehab of umpires
- Mentor and develop State Conditioning Managers
- Oversee all database requirements that support umpire personal development programs
Manage all aspects of the AFL umpire monitoring system
- Manage the off-field programs of the 42 field, 27 goal and 43 boundary umpires
- Manage the operation of GPS data tracking
- Manage online data storage for umpire strength and conditioning purposes
Safeguarding Children and Young People
- To provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people and ensure interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
- To adhere to the organisation’s practice and behavioural guidelines or code of conduct in relation to the appropriate treatment of children.
- Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people if under your supervision.
- Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management.
- Requirement to report to management any relevant criminal charges or convictions during the course of your employment.
OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER
Core Competencies:
Mandatory
- Tertiary qualification – minimum Bachelor of Applied Science or related certification
- Experience working in conditioning, recovery and rehabilitation of elite athletes
- Experience in managing large and diverse groups of athletes
- Ability to manage internal and external stakeholder relationships and drive mutually beneficial outcomes for stakeholders
- Capacity to adapt communications style to engage specific audiences
- Ability to attend umpire training sessions during both pre-season and during season
- Ability to attend off site training and rehabilitation sessions
- Attendance at AFL House on AFL Connect days
- Some interstate travel and attendance at games will be required on occasions
- Excellent communication, teamwork, leadership, decision making and time management skills
Desirable
- Experience working with elite athletes in conditioning, recovery and rehabilitation.
- Experience working with women and girls in a high-performance program.
- Ability to create strategies and plans that will deliver designated outcomes
- Ability to identify future challenges and develop plans to address them
- Ability to analyse and interpret relevant data relating to physical performance of umpires
- AHPM Accreditation
OUR CULTURE
Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation
THE PERKS
- Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
- My Development – lean into the AFL’s My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
- Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
- My Benefits – with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
- AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!
Applications Close: 9 February 2025
Advertised until:
Feb. 16, 2025
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