Reporting to the Director, Student Experience and Athletics, the Head Coach will work closely with the Varsity Coordinator and is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating the technical, tactical and physical components of a Fleming Phoenix Lacrosse Sixes sport program. This program prepares the student-athlete for successful competition within the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA)). This is a part-time position, which requires evenings, weekends, and periodic daytime hours. The Head Coach must be of good character and have demonstrated a high caliber of leadership, sportsmanship and coaching performance.
The position is accountable for providing guidance, leadership, mentorship and development for Assistant Coaches, volunteers and student athletes. Reporting to the Director, Student Experience and Athletics, this position will work collaboratively with the Varsity Coordinator to create an excellent environment for our Fleming Phoenix student athletes to develop and succeed.
This position has been designated as on-campus and is expected on-site 100% of the time. This position will work mostly evenings and weekends from June 2026 until March 2027. The hours of work will be up to 24 hours per week and will not exceed 120 hours for the contract period.
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Completion of a Two (2) year Diploma in Business, Recreation & Leisure, Sports Management or equivalent.
A minimum of three (3) years of work experience:
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Demonstrated coaching experience, preferably at the post-secondary level.
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Industry trends related to athletics (i.e. concussion protocol, accessibility in sport)
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Strong and effective communicator
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Demonstrate ability to embrace equity, diversity and inclusivity, and reconcile significantly diverse viewpoints
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Complex problem-solving skills
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Interpersonal and team building skills
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Compassion and empathy
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Professionalism
Additional Qualifications:
NCCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) Coaching Stream Certified, Train to Compete (preferred)
The successful candidate will be required to provide a valid and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment. Fleming College treats all information it receives through the Vulnerable Sector Check process consistent with its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
We want to help our employees build a secure future for themselves and their loved ones. As an employee, you have access to a defined benefit pension through the CAAT Pension Plan that provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options without the stress of managing it yourself and making investment decisions. Explore a career choice with a pension at CAAT Pension Plan.
Fleming College is committed to building diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning and working environments. Our mandate is to challenge societal inequities to achieve a cultural climate of inclusion, belonging and psychological safety. We are committed to being a welcoming place for all, where the needs of our diverse populations are met, and varying perspectives enrich our communities.
We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our community including, but not limited to, women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to apply.
The College provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process should inform our Human Resources staff what support(s) you may require to ensure your equal participation.
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