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Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking two part-time assistant fencing coaches to join the program—one specializing in foil and one in saber. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Brown is an Ivy League member with 34 varsity teams and approximately 1,000 student-athletes participating at the NCAA Division I level. Responsibilities
Specialize in foil or saber. Assist in organizing, preparing, and conducting team practices, training, and competitions. Identify and recruit prospective student-athletes for the intercollegiate fencing program in accordance with NCAA rules and standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to student athletes. Assist with coordination and administration of the program as required. Assist with ensuring a safe training and competitive environment. Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree is required. Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the club or intercollegiate level, with a specialty in coaching foil or saber required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Demonstrated competitive coaching skills in foil or saber. Demonstrated ability to support a diverse, inclusive environment. Ability to foster a cooperative environment and to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Additional requirements include exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA and Ivy League rules; annual NCAA recruiting education; and current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (available at no cost through the Division). The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV check prior to employment. Additional Information
Recruiting Start Date: 2025-09-05 Job Posting Title: Assistant Fencing Coach Department: Athletics and Recreation Grade: 8 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 5 Position Work Location: Onsite Equity, Diversity And Inclusion
All positions require the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders from diverse perspectives and contribute to an inclusive environment. Submission Guidelines
Please submit an application form for each position you believe you are qualified for, including a cover letter and resume. EEO Statement
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer and an equal opportunity employer. Brown prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or other protected characteristics.
Copyright ©2025 Brown University. All rights reserved.
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Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking two part-time assistant fencing coaches to join the program—one specializing in foil and one in saber. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Brown is an Ivy League member with 34 varsity teams and approximately 1,000 student-athletes participating at the NCAA Division I level. Responsibilities
Specialize in foil or saber. Assist in organizing, preparing, and conducting team practices, training, and competitions. Identify and recruit prospective student-athletes for the intercollegiate fencing program in accordance with NCAA rules and standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to student athletes. Assist with coordination and administration of the program as required. Assist with ensuring a safe training and competitive environment. Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree is required. Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the club or intercollegiate level, with a specialty in coaching foil or saber required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Demonstrated competitive coaching skills in foil or saber. Demonstrated ability to support a diverse, inclusive environment. Ability to foster a cooperative environment and to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Additional requirements include exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA and Ivy League rules; annual NCAA recruiting education; and current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (available at no cost through the Division). The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV check prior to employment. Additional Information
Recruiting Start Date: 2025-09-05 Job Posting Title: Assistant Fencing Coach Department: Athletics and Recreation Grade: 8 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 5 Position Work Location: Onsite Equity, Diversity And Inclusion
All positions require the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders from diverse perspectives and contribute to an inclusive environment. Submission Guidelines
Please submit an application form for each position you believe you are qualified for, including a cover letter and resume. EEO Statement
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer and an equal opportunity employer. Brown prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or other protected characteristics.
Copyright ©2025 Brown University. All rights reserved.
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