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Assistant Field Hockey Coach

National Collegiate Athletic Association, Iowa City, IA, United States


The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an

Assistant Field Hockey Coach . This is a full-time position that includes full university benefits.

Responsibilities
The Assistant Coach is responsible for providing administrative, instructional and coaching assistance to the Head Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes.

Benefits Highlights
Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

One to three years of field hockey coaching experience at the NCAA Division I level or equivalent international / professional club level

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Demonstrated success in recruiting elite level prospective student-athletes

Excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated through public speaking, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques

Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships

A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards

Working knowledge of and ability to:

Utilize basic office support software (word processing, email, presentation software and spreadsheets)

Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment

Desired Qualifications

National Squad or elite level playing experience

Experience with Sportscode, Hudl and/or Spiideo software

Experience in the development and management of social media

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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