The Assistant Field Hockey Coach assists in the overall organization, and administration of Mansfield University’s NCAA Division II Field Hockey Program. Duties may include (but are not limited to): recruiting student athletes within the rules and philosophy of the NCAA , PSAC and Mansfield; evaluating player talent – both academically and athletically; emphasizing academic priorities to student athletes; helping to organize/conduct all practices; scouting and providing appropriate strategy for…
competitive (game) success; related administrative tasks; assisting with fundraising initiatives; and maintaining appropriate communication with students, other coaches, university staff, parents, and alumni. Duties:
To help plan, direct and organize all aspects of pre-season, in-season and post-season training, practices and games at the direction of the Head Coach.
To help direct and be involved in the recruitment of student-athletes and to ensure that recruitment practices are consistent with all NCAA , PSAC and Mansfield regulations.
To plan and/or participate in fund-raising activities associated with the sport of Field Hockey, including camps and clinics.
To assume responsibility for appropriate administrative tasks such as equipment inventory, travel arrangements and game management.
Chart/report countable related athletic activities ( CARA ).
Work with NCAA Clearinghouse to track student-athlete’s eligibility.
Track recruiting with the Compliance Assistant Internet program.
To assume other duties as assigned by the Head Field Hockey Coach.
Minimum Qualifications:
Previous Field Hockey playing or coaching experience and possession of a valid driver’s license. Certification in CPR and First Aid within six months of the commencement of employment and must maintain certification during employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and previous collegiate Field Hockey coaching experience.
