The Athletics and Recreation department makes the SAIT experience an ace through programs and facilities that promote an active lifestyle. Join a team passionate about making sure no one is left on the sidelines when it comes to sport and recreation. Go Trojans!
The Opportunity
Job classification: A9000 - Pooled Wage Position
# of positions: 1
Hourly Rate: $30.00
Position End Date: April 30, 2027
Deadline to apply: Until position is filled
Reporting to the Manager, Athletics & Recreation, Trojans Head Coaches are responsible for the overall leadership, administration and development of their program. The objective of the head coach is to create a strong team culture that is in line with SAIT FIRST principles and promotes competitive success and personal growth.
The pursuit of ACAC & CCAA success is a driving force for our programs and should guide the program development created by our head coaches.
How you'll contribute
Program Management
Manage the administrative, financial & personnel requirements for the program
Program plan includes recruitment, retention, finances, facility requirements, schedule & logistics
Organize all team related activities along with support from Trojans admin & assigned sport coordinator
Alongside Manager, Athletics & Rec, supervise & support coaching staff: selection, direction, delegation of responsibilities, evaluation of performance
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 & specific league requirements regarding athlete onboarding each season
Adhere to SAIT policies, procedures and protocols including p-card purchasing, webtime 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
Community & Belonging
Support & promote SAIT & Trojans initiatives not directly tied to athletic pursuits
Advancement of a #wearetrojans mentality
Policy and/or regulatory responsibilities
ACAC/CCAA Operating Codes and Procedures
NCCP regulatory responsibilities and expectations
Innovation
Coaches of all levels are expected to be innovative and current with teaching methods
Building team engagement demands an innovative approach
Judgement
Roster management is complex, personalities and motivations are managed
Emotionality of sport creeps into the situational context of reading a behaviour
What you bring
Education
High School Diploma (Minimum Required)
Advanced Coaching Certification (Preferred)
Experience
Previous Competitive Club and/or Post-Secondary Head Coaching Experience (Minimum Required)
5 years of coaching at the Post-Secondary level (Preferred)
Qualifications, Certifications or Designations
NCCP Community or Instruction Level Trained (Minimum Required)
NCCP Competition Level Trained (Preferred)
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
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
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team! We know being ghosted is the worst, so be assured – you’ll hear from us either way. We take time to review each submission carefully and promise not to vanish.
Together, we build bold futures
At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:
- Generous top-up in lieu of time off and benefits
- Professional development opportunities through access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education and Professional Studies courses
- Access to Greenshield+ for virtual therapy at a reduced rate to support your well-being
- Ability to contribute to RRSP or TFSA with reduced group rates
- Excellent dining options on campus
- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes
About SAIT
At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.
Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here.
We’re committed to community and belonging
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.
