Field Hockey Assistant Coach (Part-Time)
University of Maine SystemAbout the role
Unleash Your Passion: Assistant Field Hockey Coach Wanted!
Are you ready to ignite talent and leave your mark on the field? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is searching for a spirited, driven Assistant Coach to energize our Field Hockey program!
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
- Team up with the Head Coach to elevate practices, game strategies, and team culture.
- Fire up athletes with your energy—cultivating skills, confidence, and character.
- Connect with recruits and help UMF attract top-tier student-athlete talent.
- Power players’ growth through dynamic training, conditioning, and feedback.
- Lead by example—showcase sportsmanship, integrity, and a championship mindset every day.
The field hockey season traditionally runs from August 15th through November 15th, with a non-traditional fall season from March 15th through May 15th. This is a part-time temporary position that will compensate up to $3,500.
Essential Duties
- Participates in games and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices.
- Coaches in competition and training.
- Prepares film breakdown and analysis; presents analysis to team members.
- Plans and prepares for games and training.
- Assists in organizing team travel and meals.
- Assists with scouting, recruitment, and strategy development.
- Supports player and leadership development.
- Contributes to strength and conditioning program, including one-on-one strength, and conditioning work with student athletes.
- Provides support and encouragement to student athletes.
- Recruits and retains talented athletes; builds relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone, and one-on-one meetings.
- Understands NCAA and North Atlantic Conference (NAC) rules, compliance, and laws.
- Ensures the safety and well-being of student athletes.
- Serves as an effective role model for college-age students.
- Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Field Hockey program.
- Provides effective communication to the head coach.
- Collaborates effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members.
- Attends and participates in department trainings.
Note: UMF reserves the right to change or assign additional duties as necessary.
Required Competencies
- Planning and Organizing
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving and Decision-making
- High degree of Integrity
- Demonstrated computer proficiency and knowledge
- Demonstrated a team-oriented culture and collaboration
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving
- The ability to communicate effectively
- Deep understanding of field hockey
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license (in good standing, based on UMS standards)
- Availability for practices and weekend competitive schedule
- Experience with the skills of field hockey
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Collegiate competitive experience/coaching
- Sports recruiting experience
Ready to inspire a new era of champions? Step up, make history—apply today and help UMF's Field Hockey dominate the game!
How to apply:
Materials must be submitted via the "Apply Now" button below. You will be required to create an applicant profile and application. Additionally, you must upload the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
Important items to know about the recruitment process:
- We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
- Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.
- If materials are received after the recruitment deadline, review will be at the discretion of the University.
- The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.
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