Position Title: Assistant Men’s and Women’s Squash Coach
Position Number: A00607
Department: Athletics
Posting Number: S 121301352
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Number of Months: 10
Work Schedule:
Attend practice and games as well as help with the recruiting process. Practice times can vary, nights and weekends are a must.
This is a gift-funded position. The initial hiring appointment is for no more than 24 months unless approved for extension.
Basic Function:
Assist Head Men’s and Women’s Squash Coach with the daily operation of the squash program and the recruitment of student-athletes. Perform additional coaching or administrative assignment and teach for the department as requested. Developing and implementing defensive strategies as well as making necessary adjustments when needed.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assist the Head Men’s and Women’s Squash Coach with the daily operation of the squash program and the recruitment of student-athletes. Developing and implementing defensive strategies as well as making necessary adjustments when needed.
- Monitor preparation of athletic facilities for practices and games, scout opposing teams, develop and apply team rules, and assist the head coach with team selection, games and practices.
- Assist with administrative duties such as scheduling, making team travel arrangements, home game management, monitoring academic progress of students, supervising student workers, working with the equipment staff on the distribution and maintenance of athletic equipment, and providing the Sports Information Office with appropriate information for publications and press releases.
- Identify, assess, and contact prospective students, arrange campus visits, develop printed recruiting materials and assist the Admissions Office with special events.
- Perform specific duties for the Head Squash Coach if needed in his absence.
- Abide by University, NCAC and NCAA, US Squash Assoc. and CSA rules and regulations.
- Perform coaching, administrative, or other duties for the department as assigned.
- Participate actively in the university community. Serve on appropriate university and department committees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 4 years of college playing 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:
- Demonstrated background in coaching squash on the college level.
- Successful and proven experience in recruiting and retaining student athletes.
- Demonstrable experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences
Physical Demands: Ability to perform on court training with student athletes is preferred.
Contact: Mike MacDonald
Contact Email: hr@denison.edu
Denison University Background Check Statement: The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement:
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application