Field Hockey Head Coach

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Anticipated Start Date

April 2026

Anticipated End Date

N/A

Position Summary Information

| Position Purpose |
The Head Coach is responsible for leading and developing overall team operations for a division 1 field hockey team. This includes team management, game strategy, recruiting, fundraising, fiscal management, team academic oversight, donor cultivation, alumni engagement, community relations, specific sport program activities and other duties as they arise or as assigned by the Athletic administration or the Vice President in charge of athletics. | | Description of Duties |
The head Coach is expected to be thoroughly familiar with and in compliance with all Athletic Department, NCAA, A10, and sport specific governing policies. This includes:

• Responsibility for passing the NCAA coaches certification exam during May of the previous year.
• Responsibility for the execution and completion of the necessary forms and other related administrative work involved in the sport.
• Self-reporting violations to the Athletic Administration (Director of Athletics and Compliance Officer) when the coach has actual knowledge of a violation.
• Responsibility for treating the academic achievement and requirements necessary for progress toward a degree as a matter of the highest priority for the student athlete.
• Responsible for effectively recruiting qualified student-athletes to attend CU – Lock Haven in accordance with NCAA, A10, and University policies.
• Abiding by the Code of Conduct for Coaches found in the Policy and Procedures Manual.

The Head Coach is responsible for conducting themself in a professional manner that is above reproach. This includes:

• Responsibility for exhibiting a high level of expertise in their sport and to seek self-improvement by attending clinics, workshops, seminars, and other related professional development programs.
• Responsibility for representing the athletics department and/or University on the highest professional level with appropriate dress, sportsmanship, etiquette, dignity, integrity, strength of character while exhibiting ethical behavior.
• Responsibility for treating opposing coaches, officials, students, and colleagues with appropriate respect and dignity.
• Responsibility to attend and participate in all athletic department activities including but not limited to: staff meetings, Hall of Fame Banquet, Academic Awards Ceremony, fundraisers, community and campus outreach events etc.
• Responsibility in the scheduling, promotion and organization of the details for special events related to their program, including but not limited to: Senior Night/Day, Parents Socials and Alumni Celebrations.
• Responsibility for actively involvement in other areas of the University through service on committees as necessary.
• Demonstrate a commitment to issues of social equity and continue to develop professionally in the area of multicultural competence.

The Head Coach adheres to deadlines and dates for the timely preparation and completion of all administrative processes, forms and related materials. This includes:

• Submission of in advance, his/her monthly and annual work schedule for approval by the Director of Athletics; as necessary
• Adherence to all departmental recruitment practices and processes, including: use of the recruiting form; submission of documentation with 24 hours; and demonstration of commitment to recruitment of diverse athletes.
• Adherence to all University, SAS, LHUF and departmental policies and procedures for athletic finances, including: purchasing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, petty cash, camp and clinics, fund-raising, handling of receipts for deposits or credits.
• Responsibility for fund-raising to enhance their sports grant-in-aid budget and compliance with University and Foundation policies for all fund-raising activities.
• Completion of annual written performance appraisal which is provided to the Director of Athletics.
• Submission of current CPR, AED. And First Aide certifications.

The Head Coach is responsible for the reservation of facilities needed; safe utilization of facilities and equipment; and for communication with the appropriate individuals about the condition of equipment and facilities. This includes:

• Responsibility for providing in cooperation with facility management a safe environment for all practices, scrimmages, games, and events related to the program.
• Responsibility for providing on-site supervision during all practices, scrimmages, games, and events related to the program.
• Responsibility for working with the equipment manager to distribute inventory, maintain, collect and store equipment and uniforms used within the program.

The Head Coach is responsible for providing instruction, training, and oversight necessary for student athletes to assure that the development of skills, techniques, and physical conditioning is sufficient to enable each student-athlete to compete safely and competently. This includes:

• Responsibility for planning and executing practice and game plans.
• Responsible for the supervision of strength and conditioning/recovery programs.
• Responsibility for reporting all serious injuries of student-athletes to the Head Athletic trainer, AT staff and/or Director of Athletics within 24 hours of the injury.

The Head Coach is responsible for monitoring and oversight of student athlete and team activities that effect student eligibility and satisfaction with their overall athletic experiences. This includes:

• Responsibility for team supervision when using residence halls during pre-season camps and non-session breaks.
• Responsibility for implementing and/or participating with your team in a variety of Community Service projects.
• Responsibility for managing the activities of the team in a fair-minded, consistent, honest, efficient, and financially responsible manner.

The Head Coach is responsible for timely and appropriate communication with all levels of personnel within the University and external constituencies.

• Responsibility to keep the Athletic Director and/or Vice President in charge of athletics informed of all team happenings, whether positive or negative.
• Utilizing athletic department designee for communication with designed institutional offices, including: admissions, financial aid, and residence life.
• Responsibility for earning and sustaining the good will of the various publics, such as: community, student body, faculty/staff, parents, alumni and media.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or Vice President in charge of athletics

| | Decision Making |
Primary decision maker for all matters related to the field hockey program operations: recruiting, staffing, fundraising, roster management, team travel and logistics, alumni and donor engagement.

| | Fiscal Responsibility |
Responsible for overall program budget; includes oversight for internal and external funding support. | | Supervisory Responsibility |
Responsible for overall program budget; includes oversight for internal and external funding support. | | Minimum Requirements Profile |
- A Bachelor’s Degree is required - Successful experience in coaching Field Hockey as an assistant coach on the collegiate level or an equivalent combination of successful professional, collegiate and high-level club coaching experience.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Master’s Degree is preferred.

| | Applicant Rating Criteria | | | Knowledge, Skills & Abilities |
A thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with the rules, regulations and policies of NCAA, A10, and other applicable affiliations is required. | | Essential Functions |
Physical Demands:

• Ability to demonstrate and teach current skills and techniques required of athletes competing in the sport.
• Ability to travel for the purpose of recruiting student-athletes and team competition.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to develop and communicate strategy under the pressures of competition.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time while performing the administrative functions of this position.

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Posting Detail Information

| Open Date mm-dd-yyyy | 02/19/2026 | | Close Date mm-dd-yyyy | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
For full consideration, applications must be received by March 6, 2026.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding. | | Background Clearances |
Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment. | | Diversity Statement |
At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:
• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
• Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
• Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals. | | Title IX/Clery |
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2. Additional Transcripts

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest degree you have attained?

   • High School
   • Associate Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • ABD
   • Doctorate Degree

2. * Do you have experience in coaching Field Hockey as an assistant coach on the collegiate level or an equivalent combination of successful professional, collegiate and high-level club coaching experience?

   • Yes
   • No

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