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

• Want to learn more about us? Visit Denison.edu for more information.
• Hourly Rate: $15.00