Adjunct- Head Club Ice Hockey Coach

Alvernia University • Reading, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach is responsible for providing ethical leadership in managing the Field Hockey program, including, but not limited to, fostering a positive team environment, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, and preparing student-athletes for success through planning, strategy development, and skill instruction. Responsible for identifying, recruiting, and retaining academically and athletically qualified student-athletes in accordance with all university admissions standards and procedures; meet or exceed annual established recruiting goals. Ensure commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes, including monitoring academic progress and attendance, and involving appropriate academic support resources when necessary. Foster a positive environment where student-athletes can learn, grow, and reach their potential; serve as a mentor, advisor, positive role model, and exemplar of good character and integrity; monitor discipline and conduct of student-athletes to foster personal growth and ensure adherence to community standards and appropriate codes of conduct/expectations.

Requirements

• Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.
• A bachelor’s degree and successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach are required.
• A demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, and athletic administration.
• Commitment to being a good colleague and team player.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, strong leadership, communication, organizational, and team-building skills/capabilities; ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to fostering a positive student-athlete experience where the safety, health, and well-being of student-athletes are paramount.
• Attendance is required in order to perform the duties of this job.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Frequent travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree and college head coaching experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics.
• Identify, recruit, and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes in accordance with all university admissions standards and procedures; meet or exceed annual established recruiting goals.
• Ensure commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes, including monitoring academic progress and attendance, and involving appropriate academic support resources when necessary.
• Foster a positive environment where student-athletes can learn, grow, and reach their potential; serve as a mentor, advisor, positive role model, and exemplar of good character and integrity; monitor discipline and conduct of student-athletes to foster personal growth and ensure adherence to community standards and appropriate codes of conduct/expectations.
• Maintain appropriate records and paperwork and ensure program (head coach, assistant coaches, student-athletes, etc.) compliance with all university, Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), and NCAA policies (where applicable), rules, and regulations.
• Keep accurate and detailed records of all financial transactions, including any fundraising money collected from student-athletes and/or their families.
• Foster a positive team environment that includes regular meetings with student-athletes, assistant coaches, and appropriate administrators.
• Work with the Coordinator of Equipment & Operations and the Director of Athletics for budget/ purchasing planning to ensure a balanced budget annually.
• An appropriate administrative duty will be assigned based on the needs of the department and the knowledge, expertise, and experience of the coach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level