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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailAmherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socio-economic and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the position of Assistant Womens Hockey Coach.
The Assistant Womens Hockey Coach will report to the Head Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all phases of the Womens Hockey Program including the recruitment of a diverse set of student-athletes assisting with daily operations practice implementation and other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. Requires a variable schedule; night weekend work and overnight travel to away meets and tournaments will be required.
This is a non-benefitted position.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Coaching
Assist with coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes skill and teamwork
Analyze the performance of teams and individuals and provide leadership and instruction
Assist in pre-season in-season and post-season training and practice planning
Recruiting
Participate in scouting and recruitment of prospective student-athletes
Help monitor the progress of prospective student-athletes application process
Help coordinate and organize potential student-athlete on-campus visits
Program Responsibilities
Compliance with College NESCAC and NCAA rules and regulations
Work with the Head Coach to develop and strengthen team culture and create a diverse and inclusive program
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelors Degree
Valid drivers license to drive college vehicles to team competition when necessary. Requires successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program.(See: playing and/or coaching experience
An understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.
Interestedcandidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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Part-Time