Head Coach for Field Hockey

About the Role

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the Field Hockey program, including coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns, community service, support and advocacy of students, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and college rules and regulations.

Secondary Athletics Support responsibilities are subject to aptitude evaluation and may include one of the following: Athletics Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.

Responsibilities

• Develop a program of athlete recruitment aligned with the aims and goals of Regis College and NCAA Division III standards to support a full and vibrant field hockey roster.
• Plan and coordinate practice and game plans for intercollegiate competition.
• Determine policies and procedures for team selection and athlete participation.
• Make recommendations about game schedules and budget for the team.
• Track the academic progress of field hockey student-athletes and provide appropriate advice and assistance to ensure successful completion of each player’s academic program.
• Manage inventory tracking and storage of all team uniforms and equipment.
• Effectively manage team budget, ensuring balanced expenditures for equipment, travel, recruiting, and other team-related operating expenses.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to offset non-budgeted expenses.
• Organize community service projects for field hockey players in alignment with the mission of the NCAA, Regis Athletic Department, and Regis College.
• Evaluate game officials as required.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing collegiate field hockey and adhere to standards established by Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA (Division III).
• Participate in Athletic Department staff meetings, trainings, functions, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Secondary responsibilities may include one of the following, based on aptitude evaluation: Athletics Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Select, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate interns, and all support staff for the field hockey team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Collegiate field hockey playing and coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain ethical and professional boundaries with students and student-athletes.
• Ability to positively interact with a diverse population and uphold the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer literacy, and strong interpersonal skills to work with various college constituencies.
• Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule.
• Ability to work well as a team member or independently.
• Excellence in prioritizing multiple tasks with attention to detail, problem-solving, and follow-through to consistently meet expectations and deadlines.
• Strong management skills and mentoring ability for interns and assistants.
• Appropriate certifications in First Aid/CPR and AED are required within an appropriate time of hire and must be completed before the beginning of the competitive season (per NCAA regulations).

Working Conditions

• This position requires the ability to lift in excess of 40 lbs.
• Requires working nights and weekends.

Pay

$50,000 - $54,000 annually.