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:
Bachelor’s Degree

Driver’s License required

Preferred Requirements:

Master’s 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 2,400 students and around 2,000 employees, Denison offers employees a supportive, forward-thinking environment dedicated to educational excellence and professional growth.

Denison provides a number of staff-focused benefits, with some highlights:

• 10% contribution to your retirement

• 22 vacation days

• 3 floating holidays

• Paid campus closure from Christmas to New Years

• Free parking and gym membership

• Free classes for employees

• Full tuition coverage for dependents

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Hourly Rate: $15.00