Development Officer (Basketball Pathways & Community Engagement)
Work Type: Permanent Part-Time (20 hours/week)
Location: Based in Katoomba, servicing Hazelbrook to Mt Victoria
Start Date: ASAP
Remuneration: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications
Are you an experienced basketball coach ready to build the next generation of players in the Blue Mountains?
Blue Mountains Basketball Association (BMBA) is hiring a committed and community-minded Development Officer to lead our junior basketball programs, strengthen participation, and oversee a team of development coaches across the Hazelbrook to Mt Victoria corridor.
This is a permanent part-time role (20 hours/week) with full entitlements (paid leave, superannuation) and the potential to become full-time.
There is no fixed timeline — the transition is performance-based and depends on the achievement of KPIs and sustainable program growth that justifies the expansion.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Design and deliver engaging basketball programs in local primary schools
Create clear development pathways from beginner to representative levels for players aged 5–17
Recruit, manage, and mentor a team of coaches delivering school programs and clinics
Build strong community relationships with players, parents, and schools
Attend domestic competitions (Tuesday evenings, Friday evenings, Saturday mornings) to engage with families, monitor progress, and oversee game-day activity — including court supervision functions
Manage disputes professionally, including issues with coaches, parents, and spectators
Deliver holiday camps and school-based programs, requiring transportation and setup of basketball equipment including portable hoops
✅ Essential Requirements
Minimum 2 years basketball coaching experience
Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and grassroots development
Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor other coaches and deliver player programs
Working with Children Check (NSW)
First Aid certification
Own reliable transport capable of carrying basketball equipment (e.g., portable hoops)
Availability during:
– School hours (for in-school programs)
– School holidays (for camps)
– Tuesday & Friday evenings, and Saturday mornings (for domestic competitions)
🎓 Highly Regarded
Basketball NSW or Basketball Australia Coaching accreditation
Qualifications in sports coaching, education, sport science, or community development
Experience designing development curriculums or running grassroots programs
🌱 What We Offer
Permanent part-time position (20 hrs/week) with superannuation and paid leave
Opportunity to transition to full-time based on program success — no set timeline; transition occurs once the role meets KPIs and supports a sustainable full-time wage
Significant ownership of program design and delivery
Collaborative, supportive, and community-focused team culture
A chance to shape the future of basketball across the Blue Mountains
📩 How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to:
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📅 Applications close: 30 June 2025
🔗 Learn more: www.bluemountainsbasketball.com.au
