Assistant Field Hockey Coach

EXPIRED

Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01080

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01080

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Assistant Field Hockey Coach

Classification

Assistant Athletic Coach -SU226

Position Summary Information

| Nature of position | Permanent, Full-time | | If Temporary, Start Date | | | If Temporary, End Date | | | If part-time, hours per week | | | If part-time, percent time | | | Days Worked | Monday – Friday with some weekends. | | Hours/Shift worked | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | | Union | APSCUF - Coaches |

Posting Detail Information

| Job Summary/Basic Function |
The Full-Time Assistant Women’s Field Hockey Coach assists the Head Women’s Field Hockey Coach with the daily operations of conducting a successful Women’s Field Hockey program, including the monitoring, and ensuring the academic success of the student-athletes.

The Assistant Women’s Field Hockey Coach will perform any or all duties related to recruiting academically qualified student-athletes, scheduling, scouting, conditioning, advising student athletes in academic matters related to enrollment and educational progress, generating revenue and other assigned duties.

Contract renewed on annual basis.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 14 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,600 students to find their path. Several of our programs are multidisciplinary in nature, combining science, technology, and art to create a more progressive degree. One thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/index.html | | Required Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree - Playing experience and/or coaching experience at the intercollegiate level. - Knowledge of: - recruiting. - Field Hockey Skills & Ability to teach.

• Commitment to academic and athletic excellence of students.

• Ability to:

  • work with student-athletes of diverse cultures, racial and ethnic groups.
  • work independently and in coordination with others.
  • transport students to and from sporting events when necessary.

• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills.

• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Successful interview.

• Successful completion of three background checks. | | Preferred Qualifications |

• Knowledge of NCAA Div. II rules.

• Ability to:

  • conduct technical skill sessions by position groups.
  • plan, write and execute fundraising, community and social events promoting MU Field Hockey.

• Video and Technology abilities with education & recruitment. | | Job Description |
  Duties and Responsibilities:

Report to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Receive specific assignments from and assist the Head Coach in performing any or all the duties listed below:

• Report to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. Receive specific assignments from and assist the Head Coach in performing any or all the duties listed below:
• Advise student-athletes and staff of applicable intercollegiate athletic rules, regulations, and University policies and ensure compliance of such regulations.
• Develop and conduct pre-season, in-season and off-season training and conditioning programs for the team.
• Recruit student-athletes.
• Inform student-athletes of academic and other matters pertaining to their enrollment and educational progress.
• Plan and direct athletic skill development for student-athletes.
• Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting team activities.
• Cooperate with the University physicians and Athletic Trainers to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services.
• Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competition.
• Attend all team practices and home and away contests.
• Monitor student-athlete academic performance and implement team, athletic department, and University measures to support their academic performance.
• Assume responsibility to student-athlete compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Assist the Head Coach and the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in resolving cases where a student-athlete violates an applicable regulation.
• Work with alumni student groups University administration and community groups to seek support for the team.
• Ensure student-athletes participation in NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills programs.
• Assist the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in fund-raising activities in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements for non-faculty coaches.
• Submit monthly work schedules to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with Schedule once approved.
• Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings.

• All other duties as assigned. | | Essential Functions |
  Working Conditions and Physical Effort – (Essential Functions):

• Outdoor facilities.

• Understanding of written directions.

• Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents)

• Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly).

• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds.

• Ability to drive university vehicles.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse. | | Posting Open Date | 06/10/2024 | | Posting Close Date | 06/24/2024 | | Full Consideration Date | | | Special Instructions to Applicants |

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s license. | | Quicklink for Posting/Requisition | https://jobs.millersville.edu/posting... |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Resume 3. Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement Optional Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae 2. Unofficial Transcripts 1 3. Unofficial Transcripts 2 4. Other Document 1 5. Other Document 2 6. Reference Letter 1 7. Reference Letter 2 8. Reference Letter 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid drivers license?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * If you do not have a valid driver's license, is there any reason that would prohibit you from obtaining one?

   • Yes
   • No