Women's Fencing Assistant Coach
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jun 28, 2024
Expired Date: Jul 03, 2024
Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Position Type
Administrative Staff
Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Position Type
Administrative Staff
Apply NowClassification Title
Administrative Staff
Position Title
Women's Fencing Assistant Coach
Position Number
A00459
Pay Grade Level
AD 01
Salary
Department
Athletics
Posting Number
S 121301350
Full or Part Time
Full Time
Number of Months
10
Position End Date
FTE
.83
Work Schedule
Attend practice and games as well as help with the recruiting process. Practice times can vary, nights and weekends are a must.
Basic Function
Assist the head fencing coach with the daily operation of the women’s varsity fencing program and recruitment of qualified athletes. Assist the head fencing coach with team selection, designing and leading practices, strip coaching at meets, meet preparation, opponent scouting, player development, and holding players accountable to team, department and university rules. Assist with administrative duties, including scheduling, making team travel and meal arrangements, home meet management, meet video analysis, etc. Assist head coach with inventory and ordering and maintaining of fencing equipment. Assist the head coach with giving individual lessons to student athletes, particularly in weapon of specialty.
There is also the possibility for the candidate to serve as coach of the men’s competitive fencing club. The candidate will design and lead the men’s club practices twice a week. If desired, the candidate can also plan a competition schedule for the men’s club team, though this is not required. The candidate will coordinate with the head women’s varsity coach regarding inventory and maintenance of equipment. Serving as club team coach carries an additional stipend.
Essential Job Functions
Identify and contact prospective student-athletes. Monitor Frontrush (our recruiting portal). Interview prospective athletes, travel to Summer Nationals and occasionally other fencing events for recruitment purposes. Arrange campus visits and generally assist the head coach in recruitment duties.
Assist the head coach with preparation for and leading of women’s varsity practices. Assist head coach with lessons for women’s varsity athletes in area of specialty and possibly in other weapons. Assist head coach with all inventory and maintenance of equipment. Travel with the women’s varsity team to all meets and assist with strip coaching.
Perform the duties of the head women’s coach in the case of his absence.
Willingness to teach the Intro to Fencing Course or another PE course as directed, or to help out with other varsity sport home meets as needed.
Abide by all university,
NCAA
,
CCFC
, and
EWFC
rules.
Actively participate in the university community. Serve on appropriate department and university committees as needed.
The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, be an active and positive problem solver, have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and be able to relate to students and colleagues in a positive manner.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree.
NCAA
playing and/or coaching experience preferred or significant club coaching experience
Must have a current, valid driver’s license and must be insurable under Denison’s liability insurance policy.
Key Attributes
Excellent problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment.
Ability to relate well to students, fellow department members and other colleagues.
Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events.
Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given for coaches with a specialty in sabre or epee. Multiple weapon expertise is a plus.
Successful and proven experience in recruiting and retaining student athletes.
Demonstrable experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Physical Demands
Ability to work extended hours associated with trips and athletic events. Ability to be physically active for four to six hours at a time *(i.e. giving lessons and leading practices).
Contact(s)
Peter Grandbois
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
grandboisp@denison.edu
Open Date
06/28/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Applications will be reviewed as received. Position open until filled.
Must have a current, valid driver’s license and must be insurable under Denison’s liability insurance policy. A driver’s check will be done on final candidate.
Hired candidate must supply proof of educational degree(s).
Denison University Background Check Statement
The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement
Denison University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to attract and hire candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and identities. Denison fosters a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. For additional information and resources about diversity at Denison, please see our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and antiracism (
IDEA
) at Denison Forward .
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (740)587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu .
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents 1. List of 3 Professional References and Contact Information
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