Head Coach For Field Hockey

SUMMARY

Head coaching responsibilities include management of all facets of the Field Hockey program including but not limited to: coaching/teaching, recruiting, budget management, administration, scheduling of competitions, team travel, weekly practice sessions, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches/interns, community service, support and advocacy of students, and compliance with NCAA, conference and college rules and regulations.

Secondary Athletics Support responsibilities are subject to aptitude evaluation and could include any one of the following: Athletics Strength & Conditioning coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Head Coach - Field Hockey

• Develop a program of athlete recruitment commensurate with the aims and goals of Regis College and appropriate for a member of the NCAA, Division III to support a full and vibrant field hockey roster.
• Plan and coordinate practice and game plans for intercollegiate competition.
• Determine policies and procedures for team selection and athlete participation.
• Make recommendations about game schedules and budget for the team.
• Track the academic progress of field hockey student-athletes and provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the successful completion of each player's stated program of study.
• Manage inventory tracking and storage of all team uniforms and equipment.
• Effectively manage team budget ensuring balanced expenditures for equipment, travel, recruiting and other team related operating expenses.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to raise funds necessary to offset expenses associated with non-budgeted expenses.
• Organize community service projects for field hockey players to complete per the mission of the NCAA, the Regis Athletic Department, and Regis College.
• Evaluate game officials as required.
• Evidence a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing soccer competition at the collegiate level and adhere to the rules and standards established by Regis College, the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA (Division III).
• Participate in Athletic Department staff meetings, trainings, functions and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Secondary Athletics Support Staff

• Responsibilities are subject to aptitude evaluation and could include any one of the following: Athletics Strength & Conditioning coordinator, Athletics Equipment Coordinator, Athletics Business Support, Athletics Facility Management, Athletics Alumni Liaison, or Athletics Admissions Liaison.
• Responsibilities will be determined by the Director of Athletics based on evaluation of experience and aptitude.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Select, supervise and evaluate assistant coaches/graduate intern and all support staff for the field hockey team.