Classification & Regular Hours
This is a volunteer position. An honorarium may be provided to acknowledge your contributions, depending on the scope of duties. Please note that this is not a salaried role.
There are multiple temporary part-time contract opportunities available. The length of individual contracts will vary depending on the sport.
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
Mustangs Sports is part of Sports & Recreation and the larger division of Student Experience at Western. Sport builds on a rich athletic tradition of excellence and a commitment to providing a supportive high-performance environment for student-athletes.
The Mustangs Sports Program is responsible for the development, implementation, assessment and management of varsity sport, team and student athlete specific programs for 46 Mustangs teams. Additionally, Mustangs Sports provides student-athlete supports, resources and leadership; coaching support, education and development; alumni engagement and partnership development.
Responsibilities
Mustangs Sports oversees and is accountable for the varsity and sport club sport programs, helping the University continue to meet the evolving needs of the student athlete experience. The Head Coach, under the direction of Sports & Recreation leadership, is responsible for strengthening programming; developing strategies and initiatives to provide a supportive high-performance environment for student athletes and focus on safe sport and the specific needs of student athletes.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Previous experience coaching and leading sport programs in a high standard of academic and sport performance environment
- CPR Certification & First Aid Training is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated sport specific knowledge and education and experience
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others particularly in a leadership capacity
- Ability to foster teamwork and encourage team members to learn from each other
- Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
- Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to be a productive team player who enjoys contributing to team goals
- Familiarity with Campus Recreation’s programs, services, and facilities preferred
- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the events with the consistent ability to work assigned shifts is paramount
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.