Collegiate Club Employment Opportunities

University of Pennsylvania Seeks Head Men’s Club Water Polo Coach (September 8, 2026)

The University of Pennsylvania seeks a head coach for the institution’s men’s collegiate club water polo team.

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Job Profile Title:  Temporary Employee – Exempt

Job Description Summary:  Sport Club Coach is responsible for teaching, coaching, and performing administrative duties for sport club team. This year, we are specifically looking for Women’s Ultimate and Men’s Water Polo club coaches.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Teach skills through effectively planned practices at a level appropriate for each member of the team.
• Supervise athletes before, during, and immediately after practices and games.
• Offer support to help students and the team reach their goals.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures for the University of Pennsylvania and the Campus Recreation Department are enforced.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Structured Sports Administration.

Department/School:  Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range:  $15,080.00 – $1,000.00 Annual Rate.  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement:  The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements:  A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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Wesleyan University Seeks Head Women’s Club Water Polo Coach (August 13, 2026)

The Women’s Water Polo Team of Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Conn., seeks a collegiate club head coach starting in the Spring 2027 season (January 21 through early May).

The position requires availability for practices on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 pm and Sunday evenings from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The position also entails 3-4 weekends of tournament play around New England (covered travel expenses) with a $3,000 stipend for the season.

The Women’s Head Coach will be assisted by Men’s/Co-Ed Water Polo Head Coach Nick Campbell and will have the opportunity to coach a dedicated group of women, whose experience ranges from swimmers learning the game to veterans of the sport who have competed nationally.

For more information and to apply, contact team captain Eden Greene at wesleyanwaterpolo@gmail.com.

Michigan State University Seeks Head Women’s Club Water Polo Coach (June 15, 2026)