Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Field Hockey Coach - Gettysburg College
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Field Hockey Coach
Gettysburg College – Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional
for a full-time position as Field Hockey Coach. Gettysburg is an undergraduate liberal arts and
sciences college, which enrolls approximately 2,200 primarily residential students. The College
is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual who has a strong administrative, collaborative and
student-focused background to serve in this position.
This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position reporting to the Director of Athletics.
Responsibilities for the leadership, organization, administration and supervision of all aspects
of the Division III Field Hockey program include, but are not limited to:
Recruit and retain highly qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic and athletic success.
Implement a comprehensive strategy for scheduling and organizing practices and competitions,
including travel, accommodations and meals, to ensure proper preparation for student-athletes.
Manage operational, fiscal and administrative responsibilities of the field hockey program.
Demonstrate a high level of involvement in the personal, academic development and health and
welfare of student-athletes.
Support the office of Development, Alumni and Parent Relations with fundraising efforts and
alumni activities.
Work cooperatively with department offices, including athletic communications, athletic training
and equipment room staffs in regard to public relations efforts, practice coordination, health
and safety of student-athletes and team uniform/equipment needs.
Hiring and supervising assistant coaches, including full and part-time positions.
Additional responsibilities may include other administrative duties as assigned by the
Director of Athletics.
The successful candidate will: •Have earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree is preferred •Two years of successful coaching experience specific to Field Hockey •Experience as a head coach preferred •Ability to work effectively in the environment of an academic demanding liberal arts institution and abide by all NCAA Division III , Centennial Conference and institutional policies •Proficient with technology applications applicable to the position •Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record in accordance with all institutional policies •CPR/ AED and First Aid Certification is required