Head Women's Triathlon Coach

Warren Wilson College is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to fill the role of Head Women's Triathlon Coach. The Head Women's Triathlon Coach will provide strategic leadership and direction for the women's triathlon program, overseeing all aspects of training, skill development, and preparation for intercollegiate competitions. By fostering an environment that supports student success and aligns with Warren Wilson's mission to enhance the quality of life in our region and beyond, the coach will help build a program that embodies excellence and integrity. This part-time, head coach position is expected to work a three month season in the fall, with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2025 for approximately 15-20 hours a week. Some travel, evening and weekend hours are required.

Interested individuals should read further to learn more about the college and the responsibilities for this part-time exempt position. Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter that describes their prior experience working with individuals from a diverse range of identities and experiences.

First consideration will be given to candidates who apply by Sunday, April 13, 2025. All applications must be received electronically. Please be aware no relocation assistance is available for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of coaching or related athletic experience, or at least two years participating in the sport at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of collegiate triathlon.
• Evidence of team-building skills focusing on communication and positive interactions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from a diverse range of identities and experiences.
• One year of prior experience supervising direct reports.
• Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use or ability to obtain certifications upon hire.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Three to five years of coaching or related athletic experience, including program development and collegiate coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and coach student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching

• Demonstrate a commitment to the College's mission and the mission of the athletic department.
• Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes who are capable of academic, athletic, and social success in a competitive academic, athletic, and work environment. This may occur through visits, scouting, social media, phone calls, correspondence, camps, clinics, and other strategies to meet established roster goals.
• Schedule intercollegiate contests. Considerations include any Warren Wilson community event, travel time, competition between like opponents, and realistic demands placed on student-athletes.
• Build and promote a team culture conducive to academic and athletic excellence.
• Create a high standard of athletic training, leadership, preparation, competition, exercise, and skill development for all student-athletes.
• Ensures compliance with all association, conference, and college rules by athletes and supporting staff.

Program and Budget Management

• Organize and maintain all travel operations including scheduling, budgeting, driving and proper management of student-athletes.
• Oversee and manage the team budget while being fiscally responsible.
• Reconciles credit card statements and collects and submits all departmental check requests to the office of administration and finance.
• Maintain and inventory all triathlon college assets.

Communications and Collaboration

• Work effectively with student-athletes, staff, faculty, and administrators through good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Represent the college in an appropriate and professional manner at all times.
• Assists in building relations with the WWC alumni.
• Maintain a professional appearance when representing the college.
• Other duties as assigned.

Our mission: Warren Wilson College's distinctive approach to education intentionally integrates academics, work, and community engagement to cultivate curiosity, empathy, and integrity. We empower graduates to pursue meaningful careers and lead purposeful lives dedicated to a just, equitable, and sustainable world.

We are committed to a culture of educational access and to ensuring that students and employees from a diverse range of identities and experiences will thrive in this community. We seek and support an academically and culturally diverse faculty and staff with a genuine interest in our innovative approach to education and focus on inclusive excellence, as well as a willingness to fully participate in the life of the College. We welcome applications from individuals who have experience working with diverse student populations.

Warren Wilson College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.