Field Hockey Associate Head Coach

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Position Details

Position Information

Working Title

Field Hockey Associate Head Coach

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title

Field Hockey Associate Head Coach

Position Number

7690

Posting Number

F2361

Position Type

Administrative and Professional Faculty

Position Status

Full Time

College/Division

Intercollegiate Athletics

Department

300046 - Field Hockey

Pay Rate

Commensurate with Experience

Specify Range or Amount

Is this a JMU only position?

No

Is this a grant-funded position?

No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?

No

Position Summary Information

About James Madison University

Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives. Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world. Who We AreLocated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. The university is committed to expanding diversity, fostering equity and inclusion, and supporting superlative teaching and scholarship. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information

James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is seeking an Associate Head Coach of Field Hockey. This position is a full-time, 12-month position with a full comprehensive benefits package. The anticipated start date is upon first availability.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities: Coaching, training and motivating student-athletes in order to achieve competitive success while aligning with the Head coach’s philosophy. Educating individuals and team through film presentations. Having a significant role in the pregame presentation and game day responsibilities. Support the administration of the program. Duties include assisting the head coach in organizing and scheduling practices, facilities, games and weight program; supervise the care, maintenance and inventory of equipment; team travel details, scout opponents, academic liaison and other duties as assigned by the head coach. Recruiting coordinator, Take the lead with the recruiting of quality student-athletes who meet admission requirements and who have the potential to graduate. Encouraging player development by possessing a demonstrated commitment to high academic standards for student-athletes and their ability to succeed both academically and athletically is essential. Ensuring compliance with all relevant institutional, MAC Conference, NCAA rules and regulations. Ability to communicate effectively, be positive and work well with students, parents, faculty, staff, and community to better enhance public relations. Guide and support the James Madison University Student-Athletes in their quest for excellence-academically, athletically, and socially, as they prepare for productive and meaningful lives. Uphold the integrity of the department by respectful manners and conduct.

Qualifications

Required:  At least two years’ coaching experience at the college or club level in the sport of field hockey Preferred: Elite level experience, playing or coaching Masters, Level 2 or 3 coaching certification

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

01/03/2024

Beginning Review Date

02/02/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.  We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.  Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.

Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report

Notice of Availability – Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportThe Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, the university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, protocols for the immediate notification of students and staff upon confirmation of a significant emergency on campus and other matters of importance related to security and safety. The report includes statistics for the most recent three-year period of reported crimes that have occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by JMU or its affiliates; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes campus housing fire statistics for the most recent three-year period, a description of each on-campus student housing facility fire safety system, the number of fire drills held during the previous calendar year, policies or rules on portable electrical appliances, smoking, and open flames in student housing; and procedures for student housing evacuation in the event of fire along with other fire safety information.The JMU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes the Harrisonburg campus and the three overseas branch campuses; Florence, Antwerp, and London. It is available electronically http://www.jmu.edu/publicsafety/clery... can obtain a copy of any of this report by contacting the Office of Public Safety, MSC 6810, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (540)568-6769/6913.

Minimum Reference(s) Required

3

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/16110

Additional Posting Information

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume Optional Documents

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