Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Squash

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious university as an Assistant Coach for the Men's and Women's Squash programs. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to mentor elite student-athletes while developing their skills on the court. You will be responsible for coaching, recruiting, and ensuring academic success for players, all while collaborating with various departments to enhance the athletic program. With a commitment to excellence, this position promises a rewarding experience in a dynamic and supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

22 days of paid time off

Health plan options

Retirement benefits

Tuition benefits

Employee wellness program

Qualifications

• Experience coaching squash at collegiate or professional level.
• Ability to teach technical aspects of squash effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coach and instruct men's and women's squash players.
• Monitor student-athlete academic performance and training.
• Collaborate on game plans and strategies.

Skills

Coaching

Communication Skills

Team Management

Technical Knowledge of Squash

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's in Physical Education

Job description

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach for the Men's and Women's Squash programs.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for performing various duties and responsibilities, including (but not limited to): coaching, instructing, recruiting, counseling, monitoring student-athlete academic performance, designing training sessions, collaborating on game plans and strategies, adhering to compliance requirements, and other sport program administrative functions. This is a hands-on coaching position, with approximately half the time spent coaching men's and women's players of the highest college level. For this reason, preference is towards the hire of a coach that is an elite level player, or a former elite level player, capable of feeding accurately and applying appropriate pressure when on court one on one with even the best players on the team.

The Assistant Coach will:

• Explain and enforce rules and regulations to protect student athletes, and ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
• Study opposing teams to identify weaknesses and avenues for success.
• Collaborate on conceptualizing and developing practice and game day plans.
• Monitor the conditioning and training of student athletes, in conjunction with Strength and Conditioning, Sports Nutrition, and Sports Medicine.
• Initiate and maintain a strong partnership with the Academic Affairs unit to support the academic requirements of student athletes.
• Assist with coordinating and performing various administrative tasks and often serving as a liaison with particular operational units, such as the Equipment Room, Business Office, Compliance Office, and Facilities Office.

The anticipated start date for this position is November 3, 2025.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: Some experience in coaching squash at the collegiate and/or professional level. Four or more years professional/collegiate experience in coaching Squash is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the sport program and the ability to teach technical aspects of the sport. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work well under pressure and with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's (or higher) in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Management, or a related field.

Experience: Student-athlete and coaching experience in a team environment. Athletic and coaching experience at the professional level. Athletic accolades with regard to the sport of Squash. Administrative oversight experience (i.e. budgeting, program planning, travel, etc.).

Highly Preferred

A player who has competed at either the intercollegiate level or on the PSA world tour. Due to the hands-on (i.e. on-court) nature of this coaching position, the ability to play at a competitive level and feed accurately will be prioritized.

About the Position

The selected candidate will pass a background check. This is a full-time position with UVa benefits. Employees benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off

• Parental and Community Service Leave

• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately

• Retirement benefits

• Tuition and professional development benefits after the first six months of employment

• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

To Apply

Please do not forward any applicant materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics, as only applications received through this system will be considered. This position is open until filled, and the priority deadline for applications is May 22, 2025.

Please apply through through the UVAjob board, search for R0072311and complete an application online.Requested application materials include a letter of interest or cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contactMichele Jarman, Academic Recruiter.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.