Job Description: Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Head Coach, Women’s Fencing & Club Men’s Fencing position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI). The Head Coach is responsible for the overall leadership and success of Brown University’s Women’s Fencing (varsity) and Men’s (club) athletic programs. The Head Coach oversees student-athlete development, fosters a positive and inclusive team culture, and implements effective strategies to compete at the highest NCAA Division 1 level. Employees in coaching positions are required to maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Athletic Department). Education and Experience + Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred. + At least three years of coaching experience required; preferably at the college level. Job Competencies + Commitment to the student-athlete and the ability to coach at motivate student-athletes. + Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and computer skills. + Ability to recruit within NCAA and Ivy League Rules. + Demonstrated ability to develop nationally competitive athletes. + Demonstrated academic success of previously coached student-athletes. + Demonstrated adherence to University, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. + Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment. + The successful candidate of this position will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV checks satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment. Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown. All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here (https://www.brown.edu/a-z/benefits-working-brown) . Recruiting Start Date: 2025-06-24 Job Posting Title: Head Coach, Women's Fencing & Club Men's Fencing Department: Athletics and Recreation Grade: Grade 9 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Position Work Location: Onsite Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu. EEO Statement: Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO employer (https://go.brown.edu/equal-employment-opportunity) , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.