Head Coach – Women’s Varsity Basketball

**(**Job Number:15-26)

Georgian is more than just an employer – we're a community. With seven campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian College offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Together, we can advance our mission to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education.

Our exciting work environment offers the opportunity to learn and grow, while collaborating in a team-oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Together, we deliver unrivaled experiences for our students, employees and the communities we serve. Read our 2025-2030 strategic plan.

If you share our energy and passion, please consider joining Team Georgian.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a dedicated Athletic professional who will play a critical role in the organization, development and implementation of a post-secondary Women’s Basketball program. As well, the candidate must possess values consistent with the standards of Georgian College in developing academically sound student athletes while establishing a competitive Varsity Women’s Basketball program.
If you are passionate about student athletics and basketball and thrive in a collaborative inclusive environment, this is the role for you.

Job Details:

Job posting date: February 12, 2026
Department: Athletics
Location: Barrie Campus – On Campus
Classification: Administration
Employment Type: THIS IS A CONTRACT (PART-TIME) POSITION
Effective Dates: March 23, 2026 – April 30, 2027 - Start date is flexible
Hours of Work: Up to 24 hours per week
Salary Range: PB 7 - $31.41-$39.26 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, organizing, and administering a competitive Women’s Varsity Basketball program
• Developing and implementing an annual training program that will maximize player and team development
• Travelling with the team and providing supervision to student-athletes on all road trips
• Identification and recruitment of quality student-athletes
• Organizing and leading all basketball related activities (eg. games, tournaments, clinics etc.)
• Participate in recruitment, supervision, mentoring and performance management of Assistant Coaches
• Supporting and promoting a positive learning environment to achieve the academic goals of our student athletes
• Establishing positive relationships and effective communication with student athletes, peers, administrators and the basketball community
• Complying with Georgian College, Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA), and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) policy and procedures
• Continuous development on latest basketball coaching techniques

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree
• Hold a minimum of National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Train to Train Certification or equivalent status
• Must possess, and maintain, current First Aid, CPR and AED certifications
• Proven basketball coaching experience, preferably at the senior high, club or post-secondary level
• Excellent communication, motivation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (evenings & weekends)
• Access to dependable transportation to attend events as required
• Support the monitoring of the academic advising program that will assist with student athlete retention
• Must provide a clear police background check

Why Work with Us?

Georgian’s multiple campuses are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario. Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas.

In addition to a rewarding career, here are some of the other benefits offered to full-time employees of Georgian College:

• We offer a competitive compensation rate, comprehensive benefits plan and a generous vacation policy as well as CAAT defined-benefit pension plan which includes fully matched contributions.
• A tuition reimbursement program that offers reduced course fees for college staff and their dependents.
• A holiday shut down period that allows employees to rest and relax with family and friends.
• A flex work program for most positions allowing employees the flexibility of working both on campus and remotely.
• All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP: Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance.
• Campus Safety Services: Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services.

For a more in depth look at what Georgian has to offer, check out our website.

Are you ready to Experience Georgian?

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/about-georgian/career-opportunities/ quoting**Competition #15-26 by 11:59 pm on February 26, 2026.**We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.