Lead Women's Field Hockey Coach – Recruit & Develop Elite Athletes

ServingSchools; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 3,200 - 3,900; Full time

Job summary

University of Maine at Augusta is seeking a Head Coach to lead its Women's Field Hockey program. The temporary, 10-month appointment runs from July 1 through April 30, with a salary of $3,500 for the full appointment and a flexible schedule including practices, games, travel, and evenings/weekends.

The Head Women's Field Hockey Coach will oversee coaching, recruitment, team administration, student-athlete development, travel, and compliance with university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience coaching women's field hockey.
• Ability to recruit, organize, instruct, and supervise student athletes.
• Ability to create a positive and educational athletic experience.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise team practices and games.
• Coach and instruct student athletes in field hockey skills, strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Recruit prospective student athletes for the program.
• Promote a positive team environment that supports student athlete growth and development.
• Monitor student athletes' academic progress and support their success through weekly in-season study halls and referral to appropriate student resources.
• Submit team rosters and other required information to the Athletic Director for eligibility review.
• Assist with collecting required student athlete documentation.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding schedules, travel, contests, awards, recruitment, fundraising, and budget matters.
• Transport student athletes to and from games as needed.
• Report scores, statistics, injuries, and other required information accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate publicity efforts with the Athletics office.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety protocols and University and departmental policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting

Team supervision

Student athlete development

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

University of Maine at Augusta is seeking a Head Coach to lead its Women's Field Hockey program. The temporary, 10-month appointment runs from July 1 through April 30, with a salary of $3,500 for the full appointment and a flexible schedule including practices, games, travel, and evenings/weekends.

The Head Women's Field Hockey Coach will oversee coaching, recruitment, team administration, student-athlete development, travel, and compliance with university policies.