Brown University·Providence, Rhode Island
The Assistant Coach specializes in saber to oversee practices, competitions, and player training. They are also responsible for identifying and recruiting prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA and Ivy League regulations.
Brown University Athletics and Recreation is currently seeking candidates for a part-time assistant Fencing coach who specializes in saber. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).
This is a part-time, varied hours position that assists the Head Fencing Coach. The Assistant Coach will support the Head Coach by overseeing practices and competitions, training players, developing game strategies, identifying potential student athlete recruits and occasional armory.
Specialize in saber.
Assist in organizing, preparing, and conducting team practices, training, and competitions.
Assist in identifying and recruiting prospective student- athletes for the intercollegiate Women's fencing program, in accordance with NCAA rules, regulations, guidelines and standards.
Provide guidance and mentorship to student athletes.
Provide assistance in the coordination and administration of the program as required.
Assist with ensuring a safe training and competitive environment.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience on the club or intercollegiate level, with a specialty in coaching saber required.
Job Competencies
Demonstrated competitive coaching skills in saber.
Ability to recruit within NCAA and Ivy League Rules.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and computer skills, necessary
Demonstrated ability to work with and relate well to students
Excellent sport specific technical, tactical and strategic knowledge.
Basic proficiency in Excel, Word, internet and email capabilities.
Social media experience, helpful.
Familiarity with ARMS and Teamworks, or similar, preferred.
Prior experience with video editing software, helpful.
Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for the game and ability to coach and motivate.
The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background, Education and DMV check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
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. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.
Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR
Benefits: of Working at Brown:
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Recruiting Start Date: 2026-06-11
Job Posting Title: Assistant Coach, Fencing- Saber
Department: Athletics and Recreation
Grade: Grade 8
Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Time Type: Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 5
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.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.
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Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 2 years of coaching experience at the club or intercollegiate level specializing in saber. Proficiency in basic office software and a commitment to student-athlete motivation are required.
Market context
Assistant coach openings in saber are typically limited because the role requires both sport-specific expertise and experience developing student-athletes. In Rhode Island, candidates with a bachelor’s degree, at least 2 years of club or intercollegiate coaching, and comfort with basic office software may stand out, especially when they can show strong motivation and communication skills. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the key details faster; before applying, align your coaching examples to saber-specific athlete development and team support.