Women's Field Hockey Goalkeeping Coach

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan seeks an Assistant Coach for the Women's Field Hockey program. The role involves training, recruitment, and ensuring student-athletes meet their academic and athletic goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and prior coaching experience at the Division I level. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and may allow for hybrid or remote work.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Health Insurance Options

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning and implementing all phases of the program.
• Participate in recruitment and evaluation of student-athletes.
• Monitor student-athletes' academic progress.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Recruiting Knowledge

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.

Job Summary

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 high athletic and academic goals, on-field training of team and individuals, recruitment of prospective student-athletes, and community relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in planning, organizing, directing, and implementing all phases of a Division I Women's Field Hockey program, with a coaching emphasis on goalkeepers.
• 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 relationships with recruits, coordinating visits, and monitoring progress through NCAA Clearinghouse.
• Assist in monitoring student-athletes' academic progress.
• Participate in public relations and fundraising efforts as requested.
• Comply with NCAA, Big Ten, and University regulations.
• Work effectively with all team members and support staff within Michigan Athletics and the UM community.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass a background check and NCAA recruiting test.

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computer software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Modes of Work

Positions eligible for hybrid or remote work are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous time off, a retirement plan with matching contributions, health insurance options, life insurance, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts.

The university conducts background checks on all candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer, in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.