Second Assistant Field Hockey Coach

Bates College•Lewiston, ME

5d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Second Assistant Coach is responsible for aiding the Head Coach in administering a competitive NCAA Division III intercollegiate field hockey program. This position supports the development of student-athletes through mentorship, guidance, leadership opportunities, community building, and a commitment to social justice. The Assistant Coach focuses primarily in the areas of skill development, training, along with planning and directing recruitment. This is a professional assistant coaching position, and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of affiliated national, regional, and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the NCAA, the NESCAC Conference, and the College. In addition to their instructional duties, assistant coaches work in partnership with the Office of Admission to recruit, admit, and enroll an academically and athletically talented and diverse team of students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization preferred.
Current CPR & First Aid certification.
Valid driver's license.
Individual must possess the skills and abilities to teach and demonstrate all aspects of the sport they are coaching.
Experience playing or coaching the sport, college level preferred.
Experience and/or demonstrated success in supervising young adults and managing programs preferred.
Demonstrated experience as an offensively minded coach that can develop student-athletes physically and mentally preferred.
Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
Must have general knowledge of sport specific data driven technology.
Demonstrates strong teaching ability and technical knowledge of the sport.
Exercises superb judgment and ethical decision-making.
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships. Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
Ability to establish rapport with students and their families quickly, while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Knowledgeable about the skills and tactics of the sport.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in basic data management systems, Front Rush, game film editing programs and basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed.
Ability and willingness to travel (by car, air, train or bus) domestically and internationally as needed.
Ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings and other non-traditional schedules.
Personal commitment to excellence and the mission of a top-tier small liberal arts college.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach with providing leadership, support and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including advising team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters.
Provides individual and group instruction to students on competition strategy, conditioning, and technical skills.
Connects and refers students to student support and success services across campus (i.e. Accessible Education, Peer Learning Commons, Counseling & Psychological Services, Health Services, Sports Medicine) and may direct the coordination of services for the student.
Assists in the recruitment of student-athletes as directed by the head coach, which typically includes serving as the first point of contact for potential students and families, maintaining communication throughout the recruitment process, evaluating athletic talent and making recommendations for enrollment.
Ensures full compliance with NESCAC and NCAA guidelines and ethical principles in all aspects of the recruiting process with an emphasis on equity and inclusion.
Represents Bates at high school visits, college fairs, and other off- and on-campus recruiting events.
Assists with approved fund-raising activities as requested and coordinates all such efforts through the Director of Athletics and Office of College Advancement.
Compiles data and reports in a timely fashion when requested by the head coach or a senior level administrator. Synthesizes information and makes recommendations to leadership.
Understands and adheres to and enforces all policies and procedures of the Department of Athletics and the College as well as the rules and regulations of the NESCAC, the NCAA and other authorities that may legitimately influence the intercollegiate athletics program.
Completes all required departmental and institutional training and certification programs and actively participates in available professional development opportunities.