The Essendon District Football League (EDFL) are currently seeking applications for both head coach and assistant coaches to assist in the EDFL's Junior Umpiring Program for 2023.
The Junior Field Umpire Coach is to be a leader who has the ability to create a positive learning environment and facilitate the improvement of on-field umpiring performance.
The main function is to develop potential umpires for inclusion in the EDFL Junior Umpire Program and ultimately progression to umpiring senior football.
The occupant of this position is responsible to the Umpires Coordinator.
The specific duties associated with the positions are as follows:
• Assist the Umpires Coordinator in the operation and management of umpiring.
• Assist the Umpires Coordinator with the selection and appointment of Assistant Junior Umpire Coaches, Umpire Academy Coaches and Umpire Mentors.
• Develop and implement a coaching plan for the junior umpires in conjunction with other umpiring personnel.
• Conduct training and coaching sessions, including knowledge on the laws and interpretations, skills and fitness for junior umpires.
• Oversee Introductory & Development AFL National Accreditation courses, using available resources and materials.
• Manage the appointment of umpires to all U10, U12, U14 & U16 matches which includes the co-ordination of all other junior appointments (eg: Practice Matches, Interleague matches & finals).
• Observe junior umpires in matches and provide constructive and positive feedback to assist with their development and progression. This may include a written or verbal summary of their umpiring performance.
• Coordinate and collate observations and feedback on umpire’s performance from coaches and mentors.
• Be approachable and available by listening to umpires and providing guidance.
• Complete the authorised Coaches course conducted by AFL Victoria within a time frame agreed.
• Respect and abide by the rules and by-laws of the E.D.F.L. and the Umpires Code of Conduct.
All applications should be sent to the EDFL's Umpiring Coordinator, Michael Willcox via e-mail: michael.willcox@essendondfl.com.au
