Assistant Water Polo Coach

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in managing executing and leading all administrative and athletic functions of a competitive collegiate sports program. This role is responsible for setting and maintaining team rules and expectations coaching and developing student-athletes and driving recruiting efforts from initial outreach through campus visits. Additionally the Assistant Head Coach coordinates team travel logistics conducts film analysis and opponent scouting and manages program-specific content creation to enhance alumni engagement and promote both the team and Denison University.

Department/Division Overview:

At Denison University athletic success and academic rigor go hand in hand. As a proud member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Big Red boasts a storied history of competitive excellence including 12 national championships and a record 22 NCAC All-Sports Trophies not to mention our three (you read that correctly!) NCAA Division III national championships in 2026. Backed by premier nationally-ranked facilities our athletics program is dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders. We look for passionate mentorship-driven professionals who want to help our student-athletes train hard win at the highest level and embrace a truly transformative collegiate experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assists Head Coach with practice and game planning.

• Develops training sessions for Denison athletes and provides athletes with feedback and direction.

• Develops strategy for future opponents and analyzes film and creates scouting reports.

• Recruits prospective student-athletes communicates via email phone and in-person at recruiting events.

• Arranges travel plans and itineraries for the team including making hotel reservations meals equipment and practice schedule. .

• Updates and maintains social media content. Posts stories and videos to ensure a strong interactive presence for the sport.

• Monitors student-athletes academic progress

• Reinforces team and University rules and expectations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors Degree

Drivers License required

Preferred Requirements:

Masters Degree

Why Choose Denison

Denison University is a leading fully residential liberal arts college in Granville Ohio located just outside the Columbus metro area. Established in 1831 Denison blends a rigorous academic foundation with an award-winning approach to student mentorship and career readiness. With a vibrant campus community of 2400 students and around 2000 employees Denison offers employees a supportive forward-thinking environment dedicated to educational excellence and professional growth.

Hourly Rate: $15.00