Assistant Field Hockey Coach

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Assist head coach with organization and supervision of the Field Hockey program including: coaching and teaching both instructional skills and team concepts; recruiting qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success; maintaining compliance with NCAA, Atlantic 10 and university rules and regulations; managing the team budget; organizing and directing camps, clinics, and fundraising activities; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics - Knowledge of field hockey concepts/strategies

• Knowledge of NCAA bylaws and playing rules

• Strong communication and motivational skills

• Knowledge of sports performance training techniques

• Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities and progression for student-athletes

• Ability to identify athletic and academic talent

• Demonstrated appreciation for diversity

• Organizational/planning skills

• Ability to serve as a positive role model

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Assist head coach with organization and supervision of the Field Hockey program including: coaching and teaching both instructional skills and team concepts; recruiting qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success; maintaining compliance with NCAA, Atlantic 10 and university rules and regulations; managing the team budget; organizing and directing camps, clinics, and fundraising activities; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics - Knowledge of field hockey concepts/strategies

• Knowledge of NCAA bylaws and playing rules

• Strong communication and motivational skills

• Knowledge of sports performance training techniques

• Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities and progression for student-athletes

• Ability to identify athletic and academic talent

• Demonstrated appreciation for diversity

• Organizational/planning skills

• Ability to serve as a positive role model

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists head coach in managing team practices; assists in teaching tactical concepts including offensive and defensive strategies; provides one-on-one and group instruction; assists in planning/liaison to sports performance; evaluate student-athlete performance in both practice and competition.

• Performs recruiting related activities: compliance coordination; assists with on-campus visits; travel for off-campus recruiting and evaluation; ability to identify student-athletes capable of succeeding both athletically and academically.

• Assists head coach in the preparation and design of practice plans and game strategies; collection and analysis of scouting reports on opponents; and team related travel.

• Assists with planning and coordination of activities that promote community engagement (e.g., camps, clinics, service, and fundraising).

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; supplemented with two (2) years of playing/coaching experience at the high school, collegiate or professional level

Function

Coaches

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.

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