Graduate Assistant Strength Conditioning Jobs in Ontario

Department: Intercollegiate
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary part-time from  08/31/2026 to 04/30/2027

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.

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General Purpose

The University of Guelph is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs, supports diversity in its teaching, learning and work environments, and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are seriously considered under its employment equity policy. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our University community are encouraged to apply.

The Men's Volleyball Program at the University of Guelph is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join the team as lead Assistant Coach. This position plays a key role in supporting the continued growth and competitive success of the program at the U SPORTS level. The Assistant Coach will work in collaboration with the Head Coach to provide leadership, mentorship, and technical expertise to student-athletes while upholding the mission and values of the university and athletic department.

The successful candidate must value diversity of experiences and perspectives and will play a significant role in supporting and enhancing Athletic and Recreation's Safe Sport, Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and community building efforts, actions and initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting all team practices, training sessions, and game strategies.
• Recruitment and identification of prospective student-athletes.
• Support the development of individual athletes through technical, tactical, physical, and mental skill development.
• Contribute to scouting, video analysis, and game preparation.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and disciplined team environment aligned with university policies and codes of conduct.
• Help with various fundraising tasks by means of sponsorship, alumni donors and youth camps/clinics.

Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate degree.
• Minimum 3 years of competitive coaching experience, preferably at the post-secondary, national, or club level.
• NCCP Level 3 or equivalent experience through Volleyball Canada Coach Development pathway (Development/Performance stream).
• Strong understanding of the university sport landscape and the U SPORTS system.
• Proven ability to coach and mentor student-athletes with a holistic development approach.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in video analysis tools (PerfBook and BallTime) as well as in game stat programs.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and travel with the team.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in recruiting within a high-performance sport environment.
• Background in strength and conditioning, sport psychology, or performance analysis considered an asset.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in sport.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Coaching Philosophy Statement
• Names and contact information of three references

Employee Type: Temporary 
Position Number: 10927788 
Classification: P&M FT- Band 04

Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:  07/30/2026  
Closing Date:  08/06/2026