Associate Coach, Track and Field (Throwing)

Denison University; Granville Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% contribution to retirement

22 vacation days

3 floating holidays

Paid campus closure from Christmas to 

Job summary

Denison University in Granville, Ohio, seeks an Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in athletic administration and development. You will help with practice planning, mentoring student-athletes, and overseeing recruitment from outreach to campus visits.

The role emphasizes coaching, travel coordination, and content creation to engage alumni and promote the team. A Bachelor's degree and driver's license are required; a Master's and 1–3 years collegiate experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Driver's license required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists Head Coach with practice and game planning.
• Develops training sessions for athletes and provides feedback.
• Develops scouting reports by analyzing film and opponents.
• Recruits prospective student-athletes through outreach and events.
• Coordinates team travel logistics including lodging, transport, and schedules.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

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
• 1-3 years experience playing, coaching, and/or recruiting at collegiate level.

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.

Benefits

• 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

Want to learn more about us? Visit Denison.edu for more information.

About Denison

Denison University is an independent, coeducational, residential college of liberal arts and sciences. Founded in 1831, Denison is one of the earliest colleges to be established in the old "Northwest Territory", west of the Allegheny Mountains and north of the Ohio River. Denison University is a leading liberal arts college where faculty and students collaborate in research, civic engagement, & cultivation of independent thinking. As a leader among the nation’s top residential liberal arts colleges, Denison has earned a reputation for academic rigor that is rivaled only by its commitment to preparing students for a lifetime of personal, professional and civic success.

Equal Opportunity

Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Title IX Notice

Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison’s official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice. You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix.

Accommodations

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