Performance Analyst | South Australian Sports Institute
13 November **** | Analysis
Performance Analyst | South Australian Sports Institute (Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis)
The Performance Analyst is responsible for supporting the SASI Performance Support team within Movement Science, to deliver performance analysis expertise to SASI coaches and athletes, with a focus on team sports.
The Performance Analyst is responsible for planning, researching, collecting data, delivering feedback and applying specialist skills to improve elite athlete development, with guidance from senior practitioners.
The successful candidate will be able to effectively communicate and disseminate information to optimise performance outcomes, in accordance with the aims and objectives of SASI.
Key Outcomes of the Role
Working as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team to deliver performance analysis support and maintain a positive team culture.
Monitoring research and technology with specific regard to performance analysis and encouraging evidence-informed practice.
Delivering quality performance and training information to coaches and athletes.
Working with coaches to prioritise training interventions and testing relating to performance analysis.
Providing support for existing Movement Sciences staff, while retaining the ability to work autonomously when required.
Maximise athletic performance by establishing, designing, implementing and interpreting performance analysis protocols in consultation with other Performance Analysts, sports scientists, coaches and athletes.
Providing feedback via video, reports with technical and tactical information and statistical data to coaches and other support staff.
Collecting performance data during training and competition to better understand sport performance.
Contributing to and maintaining databases of performance results.
Providing high quality analysis of training and competition to coaches and athletes using the most appropriate technology platforms.
Collaborating on applied research projects which contribute to the effectiveness of the athlete and coach in training and competition.
Keeping up to date with the scientific literature and contributing to the Australian Institute of Sport Sports Medicine Network.
Providing a high quality, targeted service to a range of SASI sports.
Maintaining appropriate professional standards, as recommended by the Australian Institute of Sport's National Quality Standards Scheme (NQSS) program.
Establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with other professional organisations.
Maintaining connection and engaging with other sports science staff and the National Institute Network within Australia.
Special Conditions and Essential Requirements
This role has been classified as a position of trust, and a 'prescribed position' under the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act ****.
The incumbent is subject to a satisfactory Department of Human
Experience in the provision of applied Performance Analysis and experience interacting with high performance coaches and athletes.
Demonstrated technical expertise in the applied use of technology in sport.
Demonstrated ability to contribute strongly within a multi-disciplinary team as well as the ability to work independently and possess a high level of personal initiative and autonomy.
Highly developed communication skills and proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Familiar with the concepts and requirements of the National Quality Standards Scheme (NQSS).
Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values and social issues and ensuring programs and services are accessible and meet Aboriginal community needs.
Demonstrates a commitment to communicating and facilitating cultural change by influencing staff and athletes to actively engage and exhibit behaviours reflecting the SASI values including:
TEAM – show care, connection and build trust.
PRIDE – learn and grow, be passionate and have fun.
DRIVE – be bold, courageous, listen and lead.
EXCELLENCE – show initiative, seek knowledge, display greatness.
Displays resilience, courage and actively seeks, reflects and acts on feedback on own performance.
Provide timely, constructive and objective feedback to athletes and staff.
Engage staff, athletes and other key stakeholders in change processes and provide clear guidance, coaching and support.
Special Conditions
The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
This role requires a working with children check.
Bachelor's degree in Exercise, Sports or Movement Science.
ESSA Accredited Sport Scientist (ASpS) Level 1.
About the Department
The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government agency for sport, active recreation and racing.
ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the community by providing leadership and support through the development and delivery of funding, policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance pathways.
About the Business
Providing the highest quality daily training environment, including embracing leading-edge technologies to optimise the performance of its people, programmes, projects and partners.
Optimising national representation and medal success on the world stage for South Australian-based athletes and teams.
Pursuing excellence in practice, services and culture.
Developing sustainable talent pathways for athletes and coaches.
Enhancing the community's engagement with SASI.
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.
We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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