Athletic Assistant - Women’s Field Hockey
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Position Information
| Job Title | Athletic Assistant - Women’s Field Hockey |
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| Posting Number | S00549 |
| Position Type | Part Time |
| Hours/Schedule | Standard Utica University business hours: 8:30am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs. |
| Campus | Main Campus, Utica NY |
| Date Position Available | 08/01/2025 |
| Posted Salary | |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes |
| If yes, please select: | Medical Insurance Only |
Position Summary Information
| Position Summary | Assists Head Coach with all facets of a varsity sports program including organizing and planning of all practices and game strategies, training and health education of student athletes, monitoring academic progress of student athletes and recruiting of athletes for the Program. The Athletic Assistant contract is 10 months in length unless otherwise noted. It shall run from August 1 through May 31. This appointment typically runs 3.5 years and includes a stipend, room and meals, and graduate hours |
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| Location | Utica, NY |
| Application Deadline | |
| *Full consideration by*: | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Major Responsibilities | A. Adheres to Utica University Athletic Department philosophy, including knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Provides and advises student athletes of obligations and requirements under said philosophy and NCAA rules and regulations. B. Plans and runs daily practices sessions and periodic individual training sessions to ensure players are learning team concepts and safety issues while participating in intercollegiate athletics. C. Monitors players’ academic success, providing direction when necessary, including providing for or arranging necessary academic help services. D. May be required to teach physical education classes each semester as assigned by the Athletic Director. E. Manages equipment usage, orders and maintains uniforms, balls, etc. Scouts opponents, tape exchange, etc. Assists Athletic Director with game scheduling, transportation, and coordinates publication of team media guide. Contributes time and assistance to Booster Club, if appropriate. F. Recruits prospective student athletes giving them an opportunity to compete and to better themselves as athletes and individuals. G. Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by the University’s insurance carrier guidelines. Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out of state licenses. Will be required to attend van training annually H. May perform other related duties as assigned. |
| Driving Responsibilities | Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by the University’s insurance carrier guidelines. Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out of state licenses. Will be required to attend van training annually. |
| Travel | Must be willing to travel-frequent travel is required for this position. |
| Supervises | Oversees team managers |
| Education & Experience Qualifications | • Bachelor’s degree required. • 1-2 years coaching experience or collegiate playing experience. • Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. |
| Minimum Skills/Abilities | • Knowledge of Women’s Field Hockey • Excellent interpersonal communication skills • Ability to work with diversified group • Strong organizations skills • Must be willing to travel |
| Applicant Documents Instructions | All positions at Utica University support the University’s mission and values in part by being active members of an inclusive environment. Please describe in your diversity statement how you would see yourself incorporating this into this role. In line with the University’s Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity_Statement_Guide.pdf |
| Additional information | Visa sponsorship is not available for this position |
| EEO/AA Statement | Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law. |
| Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans | Located in the heart of central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for college study to veterans returning from the second world war. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at UC, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff. |
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- HercJobs.org (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)
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