Head Coach for Field Hockey

Regis College Campus - Weston, MA 02493

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Head Coach for Field Hockey

Regis College Campus - Weston, MA 02493

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Overview

Position Type

Full Time

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Description

 

SUMMARY

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the Field Hockey program including but not limited to: coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns, community service, support and advocacy of students, and compliance with NCAA, conference and college rules and regulations.

 

Secondary Athletics Support responsibilities are subject to aptitude evaluation and could include any one of the following: Athletics Strength & Conditioning coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Head Coach – Field Hockey

• Develop a program of athlete recruitment commensurate with the aims and goals of Regis College and appropriate for a member of the NCAA, Division III to support a full and vibrant field hockey roster.
• Plan and coordinate practice and game plans for intercollegiate competition.
• Determine policies and procedures for team selection and athlete participation.
• Make recommendations about game schedules and budget for the team.
• Track the academic progress of field hockey student-athletes and provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the successful completion of each player’s stated program of study.
• Manage inventory tracking and storage of all team uniforms and equipment.
• Effectively manage team budget ensuring balanced expenditures for equipment, travel, recruiting and other team related operating expenses.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to raise funds necessary to offset expenses associated with non-budgeted expenses. 
• Organize community service projects for field hockey players to complete per the mission of the NCAA, the Regis Athletic Department, and Regis College.
• Evaluate game officials as required.
• Evidence a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing soccer competition at the collegiate level and adhere to the rules and standards established by Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA (Division III).
• Participate in Athletic Department staff meetings, trainings, functions and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Secondary Athletics Support Staff

• Responsibilities are subject to aptitude evaluation and could include any one of the following: Athletics Strength & Conditioning coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.
• Responsibilities will be determined by the Director of Athletics based on evaluation of experience and aptitude. 
• Complete other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Select, supervise and evaluate assistant coaches/graduate intern and all support staff for the field hockey team.

Qualifications

 

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Collegiate field hockey playing and coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain ethical and professional boundaries with students and student-athletes.
• Ability to positively interact with a diverse population and uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer literacy, and strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies.
• The ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
• The ability to work well as a team member or independently.
• Excellence in prioritizing multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem solving, and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines.
• Strong management skills and mentoring ability for interns and assistants. 
• Appropriate certifications in First Aid/CPR and AED are required within an appropriate time of hire and must be completed (per NCAA regulations) before the beginning of the competitive season.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position requires the ability to lift in excess of 40 lbs and requires working on nights and weekends.

 

COMPENSATION: $50,000 - $54,000 annually.

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

 

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

 

In employment, as in education, Regis College is committed to equal opportunity. Regis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran’s status, membership in uniformed services or any other protected status.

 

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