Head Women’s Ultimate Club Coach — Lead, Develop & Compete

Bentley University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentley University is seeking a Club Women’s Ultimate Head Coach to recruit and manage all aspects of the team, in coordination with captains and the executive board. The coach will teach fundamentals and strategy, attend all practices and games, and ensure safety and academic compliance.

Responsibilities include try-out leadership, game lineups, and collaboration with the athletic department to support recruitment, events, and outreach throughout the season.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years prior coaching or playing experience with a competitive Ultimate Frisbee program.
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities with a commitment to a positive playing environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups; excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• First Aid and CPR training is required.
• Experience working with undergraduate populations or traditional university-aged students.
• Must hold and maintain a valid, unrestricted United States driver’s license with insurable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamentals, skills, and strategy of ultimate to team members.
• Be present at all practices and games, ensuring safety standards per USA Ultimate and Bentley University.
• Attend required league meetings and assist with scheduling games.
• Work with the Team President on scheduling games according to USA Ultimate rules.
• Attend away games and post-season tournaments that may require overnight stays.
• Make safety and playing ability decisions for team members.
• Assist with try-outs and lineup creation; represent Bentley University consistently.
• Ensure players remain in good academic standing and complete required paperwork.
• Counsel team members on Club Women’s Ultimate and team morale.
• Coordinate with Athletic Department staff on Club Women’s Ultimate matters.
• Support recruitment and awareness efforts through information sessions and university events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

First Aid/CPR

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Bentley University is seeking a Club Women’s Ultimate Head Coach to recruit and manage all aspects of the team, in coordination with captains and the executive board. The coach will teach fundamentals and strategy, attend all practices and games, and ensure safety and academic compliance.

Responsibilities include try-out leadership, game lineups, and collaboration with the athletic department to support recruitment, events, and outreach throughout the season.