Trojans Assistant Coach

SAIT; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading applied education institution in Calgary is seeking assistant coaches & team managers for the Trojans Athletics program. The role emphasizes student engagement, skill assessment, and program management. Ideal candidates are passionate about sports and have experience in coaching. Positions offer flexible hours between 5-30 hours per week, focusing on enhancing the student-athlete experience. Salary is $20.00 per hour, with applications closing on August 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have NCCP Registration & pursuit of sport specific training.
• Successful completion of Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required.

Responsibilities

• Support participation and competitive aspirations of students.
• Conduct effective practices & training sessions for student-athletes.
• Support Head Coach with administrative duties and logistics.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma

Job description

Overview

SAIT’s Athletic and Recreation department is a valuable part of the SAIT experience — and we are proud to support Trojans players in sports from hockey to golf, and everything in between. SAIT Recreation's programs and facilities are designed to support active and healthy lifestyles for our students, staff, alumni and members of the public.

The Opportunity

Athletics and Recreation department is looking for assistant coaches & team managers to make up the Trojans Athletics & Recreational program offerings.

Position Summary:

• Primary Focus: Student engagement, experience, and program enhancement
• Support participation and competitive aspirations of students at SAIT
• Skill assessment, player prospecting, and team promotion
• Tactical, technical, strategic skill coordination & team social cohesion
• Podium focused planning with a team social development emphasis
• Roster management, development, and enhancement
• Game day and/or event support/leadership as required
• Weekends and evening work expectations over the course of a season
• Travel demands considered part of the Coaching Staff portfolio
• Off court/ice/pitch/race duties considered part of the Coaching portfolio
• Positions range from 5-30 hours per week of billable webtime entry

The Role

• Program Management Support

• Support Head Coach with administrative, logistical, financial & personnel requirements for the program
• Assist with all team related activities along with support from Trojans admin & assigned sport coordinator

• Coaching

• Create an environment that is aligned with SAIT FIRST principles and fosters holistic growth of student athletes & staff
• Create a culture of excellence that motivates athletes & staff to strive for their best in all aspects of being a part of Trojans programming
• Conduct effective practices & training sessions that allow student-athletes to improve, while providing enough time for academics & generalized success as a student-athlete
• Work directly with Head Athletic Therapist to ensure YTP is conducive to injury prevention & peak health throughout the season

• Administration

• Adhere to all Trojans & league requirements regarding athlete onboarding each season (Transfers, LOIs, Nominations, Required training/education sessions etc.)
• Adhere to SAIT policies, procedures and protocols including p-card purchasing, web time entry, mandatory SafeSport training facility access controls, ID card presentations, brand alignment and respectful workplace related expectations
• Team scheduling, planning and structuring including communications
• Submit required documentation in a timely fashion
• Submit compliance related formalities in a progressive fashion

• EDI, Safesport & SAIT Engagement

• Support & promote SAIT & Trojans initiatives not directly tied to athletic pursuits
• Advancement of a #wearetrojans mentality

Qualifications & Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma
• NCCP Registration & pursuit of sport specific training is required
• A Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma would be an asset
• NCCP Entry Level sport specific trainingis preferred
• Successful completion of Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (PIC-VSS) is required

Skills Required

• Enthusiastic, passion for sport-minded individuals with a focus on student athlete development individuals
• Ability to work within a team and communicate accordingly
• Provide exceptional customer service with strong inter-personal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Active participant in problem solving
• Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple priorities
• High degree of attention to detail
• Work with a fast-paced environment
• Great with time management
• Progressive leader with sustainability centric competencies
• Financial management and computer skills

Job classification: A9000 - Pooled Wage Position

Hourly rate: 20.00

# of positions: 20

Position End Date: March 31, 2026

Posting closing date: August 31, 2025

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Community and Belonging is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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