• Assistant Women's Field Hockey Coach

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Assistant Women's Field Hockey Coach

    How to Apply

    A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

    Job Summary

    This positionwill be responsible for, under the direction of the Head Women's Field Hockey Coach, all phases of a Division I Women's Field Hockey program, within University, Big Ten Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting student-athletes to achieve exceptionally high athletic and academic goals, on-field training of team and individuals, recruitment of prospective student-athletes and community relations.

    Responsibilities*

    + Assist the head coach in the planning, organizing, directing, and implementing all phases of a Division I Women's Field Hockey program.

    + Develop and maintain positive, respectful relationships with student-athletes.

    + Organize, plan, and manage practices and games.

    + Assemble and prepare scouting reports of upcoming and post-game opponents.

    + Participate in on and off-campus evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes includingevaluation, building a relationship with the recruit, coordination of all unofficial and official visits of recruits and monitoring progress through NCAA Clearinghouse.

    + Assist in the monitoring of student-athletes' academic progress.

    + Participate in public relations and fundraising efforts as requested.

    + Comply with NCAA, Big Ten, and University regulations.

    + Must work with and communicate effectively with all team members and support staff within Michigan Athletics and the UM community.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Required Qualifications*

    + Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

    + Previous coaching and/or playing experience at the Division I level or higher.

    + Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics.

    + Knowledge and experience recruiting at the Division I level.

    + Ability to train and motivate athletes.

    + Strong interpersonal skills.

    + Excellent communication, organization, and computer skills.

    + Must be able to successfully pass a background check and NCAA recruiting test.

    Desired Qualifications*

    + Working knowledge of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Additional Information

     

    In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

     

    + Generous time off

    + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

    + Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Long-term disability coverage

    + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

     

    Background Screening

     

    The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    263563

     

    Working Title

     

    Assistant Women's Field Hockey Coach

     

    Job Title

    ASST COACH

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Intercolleg Athletic

     

    Department

     

    Athletics

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    5/13/2025 - 5/27/2025

     

    Career Interest

     

    Athletics