Canoe Kayak Canada is seeking qualified candidates who are willing to file the role of Chief Judge, Assistant Chief Judge as well as Chief Scoring Officer at the Canoe Slalom Team Trials and National Championships. The positions of Chief Judge, Assistant Chief Judge and Chief Scoring Officer are unpaid volunteer positions. Interested candidates are invited to submit an expression of interest in accordance with the guidelines set out in this notice.
2020 Canoe Slalom Team Trials
The Team Trials will be held in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, QC from May 4-10, with slalom competitions held the 9th – 10th.
2020 Canoe Slalom National Championships
The Whitewater National Championships will be held in Chilliwack, BC from August 3-9, with slalom competitions held the 8th – 9th.
Chief Judge
Job Description
The Chief Judge’s primary responsibility is to ensure that the competition is run as per the International Canoe Federation (ICF) competition rules. The Chief Judge is the final arbiter on all judging matters and may disqualify competitors and grant reruns when appropriate. The Chief Judge will also review all inquiries and protests to ensure the ICF competition rules are followed. The Chief Judge is a member of the course approval committee and will use available technology to be aware of changes to race conditions and respond accordingly. The Chief Judge will also lead the Team Leaders Meeting, Gate Judge meeting, direct section gate judges and fulfill all other usual duties.
Recommended Qualifications & Experience
The Chief Judge should hold a valid ICF Canoe Slalom ITO license and will have previous experience as a Chief Judge or Assistant Chief Judge at a previous National Championships or Team Trials. Candidates who don’t have an ICF ITO license who can demonstrate the appropriate level of experience may also be considered.
Assistant Chief Judge
Job Description
The Assistant Chief Judge will collaborate closely with the Chief Judge and will assist with administrative tasks related to the competition. The assistant Chief Judge will collect inquiries from Team Leaders and review
judging documents for accuracy. The Assistant Chief Judge will assist the Chief Judge in the formulation of decisions concerning protests. The Assistant Chief Judge will report to the Chief Judge.
Recommended Qualifications & Experience
The Assistant Chief Judge should hold a valid ICF Canoe Slalom ITO license and will have previous experience as a Chief Judge or Assistant Chief Judge at Provincial Championships or competitions. Candidates who don’t hold an ICF ITO license who can demonstrate the appropriate level of experience may also be considered.
Chief scoring officer
Job Description
The Chief Scoring Officer is responsible for the calculation and posting of accurate competition results based on data received under the direction of the Chief Judge. He/she shall indicate the time of posting for each category as it is completed. Furthermore, they are also responsible for the setup and maintenance of lines of communication between start and finish and between the judges and the scoring office. He/she is responsible for the installation and proper functioning of all technical equipment required for the competition. The Chief of Scoring is also responsible for the management of the competition start lists throughout the Championships.
Recommended Qualifications & Experience
The Chief of Scoring Officer should hold a valid ICF Canoe Slalom ITO license and will have extensive knowledge of the operation of Canoe 123 Timing Software and the set-up of Alge Timing equipment required at start, finish and the scoring office. Candidates who don’t hold an ICF ITO license who can demonstrate the appropriate level of experience may also be considered.
Application Deadline
Please send applications with a summary of qualifications and experience to jcartwright@canoekayak.ca by end of day on March 1st, 2020.