University of Pennsylvania Seeks Assistant Men's and Women's Coach

US Squash • Philadelphia, PA

202d • $37,220 - $52,000

About The Position

The Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Squash is responsible for assisting the Head Squash Coaches in the administration and coaching of the men's and women's squash program. This involves recruiting, coaching, and advising/counseling of student-athletes. For this role we can consider candidates who are interested in either a full-time or part-time position. You will have the opportunity to indicate this to our hiring committee in the interview process.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Coach and teach sport specific skills and strategies to current student-athletes at practice and at competition, including preparation for said practice competition.
• Educate team members on proper training techniques, exercises and any sport-specific needs.
• Prepare and execute practice and competition plans.
• Travel with team to all away competitions.
• Provide instruction and advice before, during and after competition in both group and individual settings.
• Consistently recruit national caliber athletes for enrollment at the University through mail, phone and in-person contact.
• Identify and properly vet prospects of strong character, academic and athletic ability.
• Travel to evaluate recruits at competition.
• Organize and coordinate official and unofficial visits.
• Communicate with athletic liaison to admissions and financial aid regarding top prospect academic viability.
• Effectively work with staff members in the areas of compliance, student development, external operations, facilities/operations, equipment operations, internal operations and athletic development.
• Comply with all NCAA, Ivy League and Penn rules and policies.
• Assist in organizing team and coach travel, compliance paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Serve as a role-model and advisor for student-athletes in a general capacity.
• Connect student-athletes to necessary resources within and outside of Penn Athletics as needed.
• Provide a support system to all student-athletes on the team.
• Assist the head coach in building strong relationships with alumni, fans, campus partners and the broader community.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition assistance for employees, their spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans.
• Substantial amount of time away from work for personal needs.
• Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff and eligible family members.
• Wellness and work-life resources to support health and balance.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Access to University resources and cultural activities.
• Discounts and special services for faculty and staff.
• Flexible work options for work-life balance.
• Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home in West Philadelphia.
• Adoption assistance for qualified expenses related to legal adoption.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees