Assistant Coach of Women's Field Hockey

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Assistant Coach – Field Hockey

Location: Erie
Department: Athletics – Field Hockey
Reports To: Head Field Hockey Coach
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Classification: Administrative
Closes: Open Until Filled

SUMMARY
Mercyhurst University places a special emphasis on the teaching component of coaching
positions. Participation in sport at Mercyhurst University builds on the important lessons
students learn in the classroom. Mercyhurst views athletics as an extension and important part
of the education and teaching mission of the University. Student-athletes are learning
teamwork, ethics, discipline, and skill sets that will enhance their ability to succeed after leaving
the University. The “teaching” of one’s sport and the related lessons that accompany
participation in athletics are the primary and central functions of each coaching position at
Mercyhurst University.

The Assistant Women’s Field Hockey Coach is responsible for participating in various aspects of
the program, such as recruiting, scheduling opponents, and training squad members. The
Assistant Women’s Field Hockey Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations
established by Mercyhurst University, the PSAC and NCAA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, train, and coach members of the Field Hockey program.
• Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress,

academic meetings, class scheduling and attendance.

• Coordinate team travel for competitions to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and

meals.

• Plan, promote, and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons.
• Assist in fundraising efforts.
• Develop meaningful relationships with prospective, current, and former student

athletes.

• Represent Mercyhurst University and the Field Hockey program in a professional

manner.

• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept and a working knowledge of the

NCAA rules and regulations is required.

• Three to five years' coaching experience including effective leadership, communication,
coaching and recruiting skills is preferred or equivalent combination of education and
experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until
date indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

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opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state and local law in
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