Assistant Coach/Instructor-Field Hockey

Saint Joseph's University•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach/Instructor will be responsible for designing skill development programs for student-athletes and overseeing all aspects of the NCAA Division I Field Hockey program. In the absence of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach/Instructor will have the responsibility to act and function as the head coach. The person who holds this position has been classified as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). Assume the duties of the Head Coach in his or her absence. Oversee other Assistant Coaches and/or volunteer Assistant Coaches as assigned. Oversee graduate assistants and student managers as assigned. Develop and oversee off-season conditioning programs for the team. Determine individual and team strengths and develop strategies to maximize performance. Scout opponents and develop scouting reports. Provide advice and counsel to the Head Coach in holding student-athletes accountable for infractions of rules, regulations, and policies. Work with the Head Coach and administrators to stay within fiscal and budgetary guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 3 years of coaching or playing at a collegiate, club, 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.
Strong administrative skills, including the ability to prioritize organization and budget.
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification must be maintained.
Valid driver’s license and successful clearance of motor vehicle record check.
Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph’s University.
Successful background check clearances to include a PA Criminal Records Check, FBI Fingerprinting Check, and PA Child Abuse Clearance Check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
3-5 years of coaching experience at the collegiate, club, or professional level.

Responsibilities

Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
Assist the Head Coach to 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.
Attend all competitions and practices unless directed to other tasks by the head coach and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport.
Provide instruction in physical health, nutrition, and safety.
Provide instruction in team concepts and sports etiquette.