College Assistant Coach, Athletics – Open Pool (DIII)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, seeks an athletics professional for an Open Pool position to assist the head coach with leadership, organization and supervision of a specific team. The role supports the university’s mission and athletics department philosophy.

Responsibilities include practicing planning, contest management, recruiting, fundraising and other duties as assigned. The posting notes compliance with NCAA and conference rules and a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Commitment to academic success and student-athlete wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of and abide by NCAA, MASCAC or other affiliated conferences rules and regulations regarding recruiting, eligibility and sport-specific rules.
• Assist head coach with practice planning, contest management, and recruiting.
• Support fundraising and other responsibilities as requested by head coach.
• Maintain hours worked to comply with contractual maximums under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Represent the program at department meetings and functions in the absence of the head coach.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity inclusion

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, seeks an athletics professional for an Open Pool position to assist the head coach with leadership, organization and supervision of a specific team. The role supports the university’s mission and athletics department philosophy.

Responsibilities include practicing planning, contest management, recruiting, fundraising and other duties as assigned. The posting notes compliance with NCAA and conference rules and a strong commitment to