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Assistant Coach, Squash

Brown University · Providence, RI · 2 wk ago
Full-time

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Assistant Coach, Squash position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).

About the role

The Assistant Coach, Squash assists the Head Coach in all aspects of developing and executing practice and game strategy. This position plays a key role in student athlete recruitment and player development. This role serves as a direct line of communication between the Head Coach and student athletes, providing support and feedback. This position may be responsible for administrative duties as needed including but not limited to organizing travel, equipment needs, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Head Coach in developing and executing practice and game strategy.
  • Support student athlete recruitment and player development.
  • Serve as a direct line of communication between the Head Coach and student athletes, providing support and feedback.
  • Organize travel, manage equipment needs, and assist with scheduling.
  • Maintain exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Report any rules violations to the compliance office.
  • Receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting.
  • Maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years of coaching experience. In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a minimum of 6 years of direct related experience is required.
  • Coaching experience in intercollegiate athletics, professional athletics, elite amateur sport, or a comparable competitive environment.
  • Solid understanding of squash rules, strategies, and techniques.
  • Working knowledge of NCAA/league compliance requirements.
  • Knowledge of athlete skill development and position-specific training.
  • Understanding of recruiting processes and athlete evaluation methods.
  • Awareness of injury prevention and safe training practices.

Skills

  • Strong instructional and coaching skills for both individual and team development.
  • Effective communication skills with athletes, colleagues, and recruits.
  • Organization and time management skills.
  • Ability to utilize video analysis and performance review tools.
  • Basic data collection and performance tracking skills.
  • Ability to assist in designing and executing practice plans.
  • Ability to evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive feedback.
  • Ability to support recruiting initiatives and relationship-building with prospective athletes.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to compliance standards.
  • Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check (criminal, education, and motor vehicle record) satisfactory to Brown.

Position Details:
Worker Type: Employee (Fixed Term)
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
Position Work Location: Onsite

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