Head Coach, Field Hockey

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Position Details

Position Overview

Position Title

Head Coach, Field Hockey

Department

643200 - Women's Field Hockey

Position Type

Regular

Position Classification

Position Details

Position Overview

Position Title

Head Coach, Field Hockey

Department

643200 - Women's Field Hockey

Position Type

Regular

Position Classification

Full-Time, 12 months

Grant/Gift Funded (all or a portion)?

No

If Temporary or Grant Funded, Start Date and End Date

Position Description/Posting Details

| Posting Number | S1365P | | Position Summary |
The Head Coach is responsible to direct and oversee all aspects of the assigned NCAA Division I sport program, including but not limited to recruiting, coaching, mentoring, supporting, and developing the student-athletes under their supervision. The Head Coach is responsible for compliance with all Conference and NCAA rules and represents La Salle University to the program’s various internal and external constituents. The Head Coach has an integral role in providing a positive experience for each student-athlete and is expected to support La Salle University’s educational philosophy and the goals of the Athletic Department as a loyal, energetic, and highly visible University representative. | | Essential Duties |
- Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student-athletes up through graduation. - Attend all competitions and practices and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport. - Create a positive environment for student-athletes by communicating clearly and fairly with each student-athlete on matters that affect his/her development including academic, physical, social, spiritual, and athletic issues. - Identify and recruit student-athletes who are capable of competing successfully on the NCAA Division I level and who are capable of succeeding academically and graduating. - Maintain precise records of all recruiting contacts in coordination with the Associate Athletic Director of Compliance. - Recruit, train, and evaluate all assigned support staff within the program. - Responsible for staying within fiscal and budgetary guidelines and maintaining expense reports for all scouting, recruiting, and travel expenses. - Coordinate and/or approve all recruiting travel for coaching staff and all on and off-campus recruiting visits. - Follow all policies and procedures set forth by the Office of Athletics Communications related to public relations and social media. - Serve as a representative of La Salle University and lead in an exemplary fashion including, but not limited to: Promote principles of sportsmanlike and ethical conduct that supports fundamental values of respect, fairness, civility, honesty, and responsibility among student-athletes, staff and fans; Demonstrate reasonable self-control at contests with players, opposing coaches and players, officials, and fans; Refrain from physical and verbal abuse of student-athletes, referees, or any persons associated with the Atlantic 10 Conference or the University; Accept no speaking engagement for money, endorsements, or any other outside employment at any time without prior approval of the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation. - Responsible for compliance with all appropriate rules, regulations, processes, and principles including, but not limited to: All rules, regulations, and principles of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Atlantic 10 Conference and any other conference with which the University may have an affiliation; All policies and procedures of La Salle University that are applicable to employment at La Salle, the specific sport program, and to the students and athletes at La Salle, including but not limited to La Salle rules, regulations, policies, procedures, handbooks and manuals; All of the regulations of Title IX related to Athletics in the administration of all-intercollegiate athletic programs, policies, and procedures. - Responsible for immediately reporting to the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation / Director of Athletics. Recreation and any other appropriate individuals or agencies sensitive issues such as: Any suspected or alleged NCAA and conference eligibility problems, rules infractions, and disciplinary actions; Any suspected or alleged violations of any city, state, or federal laws; Any suspected or alleged violations of La Salle rules, regulations, policies, procedures, handbooks and manuals; Anything that may attract press/media attention. - Promote the general University and Athletics program including, but not limited to: Attend appropriate alumni functions and post-game gatherings; Assist in organization, follow-up and contact of alumni and friends of the University for the purpose of recruiting quality student­ athletes, promoting attendance at games, and promoting the University in general; Regularly communicate with students, faculty, and administration to promote general enthusiasm for the program and attendance at games; Be involved in the total athletic program of the University, including attendance at coaches meeting and support of department goals and objectives. - Supporting the University’s educational mission by maintaining an environment in which the pursuit of higher education is a priority as may be reflected by the (TEAMS) student-athlete class attendance, grade point averages, graduation rates, and NCAA Academic Progress Rates.

| | Secondary Responsibilities |
- Participate actively in professional organizations through attendance at conferences, clinics, and conventions as authorized by the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation / Director of Athletics or designee in order to maintain awareness and understanding of current developments within all areas of responsibility. - Complete other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation / Director of Athletics, Associate Athletic Director, or other designee.

| | # of Direct Reports | 2 | | Required Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree. - Minimum of 5 years of coaching or playing experience at the collegiate or professional level. - Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and member conference rules and regulations. - Demonstrated self-direction and motivation with the ability to work independently and work under pressure. - Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification must be maintained. - Valid driver’s license and successful clearance of motor vehicle record check. - Successful background check clearances including, but not limited to, a PA Criminal Records Check, FBI Fingerprinting Check and PA Child Abuse Clearance Check. - Understanding of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Coaching experience at a collegiate or professional level.

| | Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours |
- Must have flexibility and be able to sustain long work hours including evenings, early mornings, and weekends. - Must have the ability to lift 25 pounds. - This position requires frequent travel.

| | Special Instructions to Applicant |
La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential.

La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees’ dependents (after completing the required years of service). |

Posting Information

| Application Open Date | 12/15/2025 | | Application Close Date | 01/12/2026 | | Application Open To | Internal and External Applicants |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest 2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of coaching or playing experience do you have?

   • Less than 3 years
   • 3-5 years
   • 5-7 years
   • 8-10 years
   • More than 10 years

2. * Do you have strong communication skills?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * What is the highest level of education you have completed (at the time of application)?

   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate Degree (e.g., PhD, PsyD, JD)
   • None of the above

2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?

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   • jofdav.com (Job Opportunities for Disabled Veterans)
   • La Salle Website
   • monster.com
   • Referred by a Current or Former Employee
   • Referred by a Friend or Family Member
   • usmilitarypipeline.com
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   • vetjobs.com
   • wib-i.com (Women in Business & Industry)
   • womenforhire.com
   • Other - Academic or Professional Publication
   • Other - Agency or Search Firm Referral
   • Other - Diversity Association/Publication Website
   • Other - Conference or Career Fair
   • Other - Local Newspaper
   • Other - Internet Site Not Listed Above
   • Other - Professional Affiliation/Trade Website

3. * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this questions does not apply, please enter "N/A".

(Open Ended Question)

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