Fencing Head Coach and Program Coordinator- RMC

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The Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) is a unique national military university that provides the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with exemplary officers to serve Canada.

A member of Ontario University Athletics (OUA), the Athletic Department is looking for a motivated, energetic, passionate and caring individual to serve as the Head Coach of their Women’s and Men’s Fencing Program.

The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the planning and implementation of an OUA Fencing program, including, but not limited to: Athlete Identification and Team Selection, Team and Individual Goal Setting, Practice/Competition Scheduling, Technical and Tactical Skill Development, Practice Planning, Budget Management including Fundraising, Day to Day Program Administration, Program Evaluation, Equipment and Uniform Purchase coordination, Summer Camps, all under strict compliance with RMC/CAF/OUA policies.

The successful candidate must value diversity of experiences and perspectives and promote a culture of inclusion and will play a significant role in supporting and enhancing the Athletic Department’s Safe Sport, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.

The position requires the successful candidate to work evenings and weekends.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Physical and Health Education, Recreation, or a related field

NCCP Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD)

Experience

In coaching the sport of fencing at the collegiate level or higher

In sports administration

In counselling athletes on academic matters

In applying policies, procedures, and regulations

In budget administration

In personnel administration

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

English Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.

Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

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This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

August 2025

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