Job Number: 494499
Type: Full-time
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Staff

Overview:Quinnipiac University's Department of Athletics & Recreation seeks applications for an Assistant Field Hockey Coach. In this role, you will assist in administering all phases of field hockey and team management with an emphasis on player development, offense driven on-field coaching and travel management.About Quinnipiac:Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s “Best Colleges” issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review’s “The Best 380 Colleges.” The Chronicle of Higher Education has named Quinnipiac among the “Great Colleges to Work For.” For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University’s commitment to three core values: high-quality academic programs, a student-oriented environment, and a strong sense of community. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University’s innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity and work in compliance with all University, NCAA, Big East Conference, MAAC Conference and ECAC Conference rules and regulations
• Assist with player and team development to include; player individual coached sessions, player video review, practice and game development, pre-game and post-game break down, scouting for opponents and tactical adjustments with the greatest emphasis to be placed on attacking player development. Assist with goalkeeper warm-up when needed
• Spearhead the team’s travel planning including transportation, food and housing along with organizing preseason and championships team needs
• Work in conjunction with the Head and Associate Head Field Hockey coaches in daily practice planning with an emphasis on pressing formations, attack red zone plans and specialty situations
• On and off campus recruiting responsibilities as assigned with travel expected
• Support of unofficial and official visits including training for compliance, NCAA and recruiting software
• Coordinate with associate head coach to assist in preparing team and opponent scout film including gameday management

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's required
• Master's degree preferred

Qualifications:

1-2 years of collegiate level field hockey experience

Level 1 or 2 Coaching Certification from USA Field Hockey preferred

Valid Driver’s License

General computer skills with Microsoft Office preferred

Experience using GoogleDrive, DropBox, social media platforms and general knowledge of uploading and downloading film for exchange

Ability to manage a 2-3 hour practice

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Ability to travel and work nights, weekends and holidays.

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Please note that the university has a COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu/health-wellness-and-safety/covid-19-resources/

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: June 30, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled