Assistant Women's Field Hockey Coach

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a dedicated individual to assist the Head Women's Field Hockey Coach in all aspects of a Division I program. Responsibilities include training student-athletes, recruitment, and compliance with NCAA regulations. This role offers the opportunity to impact student-athletes' academic and athletic success while being part of a prestigious institution.

Benefits

Generous time off

Retirement plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive health insurance options

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Previous coaching or playing experience at Division I level.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and directing all phases of the Women's Field Hockey program.
• Participate in recruitment and evaluation of student-athletes.
• Organize and manage practices and games.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Organization

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

This position will be responsible for, under the direction of the Head Women's Field Hockey Coach, all phases of a Division I Women's Field Hockey program,within University, Big Ten Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting student-athletes to achieve exceptionally high athletic and academic goals, on-field training of team and individuals, recruitment of prospective student-athletes and community relations.

• Assist the head coach in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing all phases of a Division I Women's Field Hockey program.
• Develop and maintain positive, respectful relationships with student-athletes.
• Organize, plan, and manage practices and games.
• Assemble and prepare scouting reports of upcoming and post-game opponents.
• Participate in on and off-campus evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes including evaluation, building a relationship with the recruit, coordination of all unofficial and official visits of recruits and monitoring progress through NCAA Clearinghouse.
• Assist in the monitoring of student-athletes' academic progress.
• Participate in public relations and fundraising efforts as requested.
• Comply with NCAA, Big Ten, and University regulations.
• Must work with and communicate effectively with all team members and support staff within Michigan Athletics and the UM community.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience at the Division I level or higher.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics.
• Knowledge and experience recruiting at the Division I level.
• Ability to train and motivate athletes.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check and NCAA recruiting test.

• Working knowledge of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.