Assistant Coach - Field Hockey

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in the management, administration, and fiscal oversight of the field hockey program
• Direct and supervise student-athlete training, skill development, and individual technical instruction
• Develop and execute practice plans to prepare the team physically and mentally for competition
• Prepare scouting reports on opponents and contribute to match strategies
• Manage recruitment activities, including evaluating talent and communicating with prospective student-athletes and parents
• Ensure strict compliance with all University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and eligibility
• Coordinate with Sports Medicine and Strength & Conditioning staff regarding athlete health and conditioning

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of coaching or management experience in a college or club field hockey program
• Extensive knowledge of field hockey
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Proficiency with personal computer applications
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level
• Experience coaching at the Division I level
• Division I playing experience

Benefits

• Holistic benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Wellness programs, including gym membership
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance

About the Company

Villanova University is a mission-driven Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Founded in 1842, the University is dedicated to the values of truth, unity, and love, and is a community committed to service to others.