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Position TitleAssistant Coach, Multiple Teams (fixed term positions)Advertised TitleAssistant Coach, Multiple Teams (fixed term positionsLocationTroy, NY CampusSearch NumberS18-00724Full Time/Part TimePart TimePortfolioDivision of Student LifeBusiness UnitAthletics DepartmentJob Summary

These are fixed term positions, and may be seasonal, depending on the sport and the need. The incumbents provide coaching and administrative assistance to the Head Coach of relevant team; and may oversee one or more specified areas of a sporting discipline or a component of a team. The incumbent will assist the Head Coach with assigned aspects recruiting and training of athletes.

Sports with fixed term assistant coaching opportunities may include:

• Baseball
• Basketball, Men’s
• Basketball, Women’s
• Field Hockey
• Football
• Lacrosse, Men’s
• Lacrosse, Women’s
• Soccer, Men’s
• Soccer, Women’s
• Softball
• Swimming/Diving
• Tennis, Men’s
• Tennis, Women’s
• Track and Field

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
One (1) year of related experience

• Relevant combinations of education and experience will be accepted

Preferred QualificationsMinimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program.
Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
Familiarity of athletic recruitment methods and techniques.
Ability to guide student-athletes in area of specialty.
Ability to initiate, develop and maintain appropriate contacts.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Ability to identify athletic skill levels of potential student athletes

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesJob Posted DateIn order to receive full consideration you must apply byJob Close DateNew/Replacement PositionNewOther Position Requirements

Work is performed in a variety of environments, including normal office environments, indoor and outdoor sports facilities and public areas. Travel on and off campus is required. The work is fast paced and demanding. Subject to irregular hours including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Additional InformationInstructions for Applying

Please complete the online application by selecting the “Apply for this job” link on this page. You will be required to upload a resume. Please notify hrmail@rpi.edu if you have questions.

Quicklinkhttp://rpijobs.rpi.edu/postings/6541Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/C.V.

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you now, or have you been employed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute within the past 12 months?
   • Yes
   • No