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Posted: 23-Jan-26

Location: Meadville, Pennsylvania

Type: Full-time

Salary: 33,280

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Field Hockey

Sector:

Professional Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the administration of all aspects of the sport program including but not limited to coaching and teaching of students, recruiting, game and practice preparation and execution, fund-raising/friend raising, budget management, compliance with NCAA and conference rules/regulations, participation as a member of the College community and with all collaborative departmental functions as needed.

As the Assistant Coach – Field Hockey, you will:

 

Demonstrate a high level of teaching and coaching competency in sport skill instruction, sport strategy, tactics and rules, physical training and fitness and student motivation in practice execution. Participate in on and off campus recruitment activities of athletically and academically qualified student-athletes which will include data entry and correspondence, talent identification, communication of College opportunities and expectations. Active game preparation through scouting, image analysis, strategy discussions, travel arrangements Assist the head coach in all areas of implementing a competitive, successful educational athletic program emphasizing the quality experience for the student athletes. While the ability to show initiative and work independently is essential, all activities will be under the direction and supervision of the head coach Exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to the NCAA, Conference, Allegheny College, and Department of Athletics and Recreation’s values statement, including commitment to lifelong learning, sportsmanship on and off the field of play, positive leadership and the desire and ability to act as a positive role model and representative of the College at all times. Demonstrate a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development, as well as the athletic welfare of student-athletes; collaborating on academic monitoring and guidance of students where appropriate Contribute to the maintenance of excellent working relationships with all members of the Department and promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation which may include supervision of students in recreational programs including intramurals, club sports, general facility monitoring, game-day management, concessions fundraising opportunities or other special projects. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required and or Master’s Degree preferred Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills; Teaching through digital images; creating and using emerging technologies; Travel is required and includes extended periods on the road; Evening, holiday and weekend hours along with flexible work scheduling are required

 

 

 

YOUR COMPENSATION

New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role. 

 

 

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