Who we are: The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.
Under the guidance of the Head Coach while using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train players on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the applicable sport and ensure that student-athletes understand, comply, and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the NE10 Conference, and the University of New Haven.
You are: A strong leaders with excellent verbal, written communication, and motivational skills Able to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies of the sport in an independent manner You will: Use independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train student-athletes so they are properly prepared for competition. Maintain appropriate boundaries as outlined by the Head Coach per school regulations Educate athletes on safety rules and regulations specific to their sport to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference guidelines Train, encourage and motivate student-athletes and understand role and responsibilities Manage various issues with student-athletes in an effective and professional manner Instruct and demonstrate proper game techniques, strategies, and use of equipment Work closely with the Head Coach to evaluate the strengths and weakness of student-athletes and then develop programs and techniques to help optimize their skill and performance Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practice sessions using sound motor learning principles and sport specific techniques in preparing student-athletes to compete at maximum levels. Ensure timely Submission of all compliance related tasks though Arms Identify, monitor, and recruit quality student-athletes that will be an asset to the University's athletic program Use a variety of technology resources, assist the Head Coach in the scouting of opposing teams and the development of scouting reports that are precise, accurate and easily communicated Use technology and statistics, keep accurate records of players' progress as related to performance in games and practices and keep weekly practice outcomes Organize and confirm team travel needs such as transportation, accommodations, and meals as required Fiscal-Stay within the budget allocations and submit in a timely manner Perform other duties and projects as assigned You need: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred Previous playing and/or coaching experience in the sport preferred Maintain up to date certification-First Aid/CPR/AED Ability to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies of the sport in an independent manner. Must possess a demonstrated ability to successfully coach at the Division II level. Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and motivational skills. Ability to work long hours/weekends Ability to lift and/or move equipment required for the sport What's In It For You: Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs. Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year's); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable *The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.
About University of New Haven
The University of New Haven is a private, top-tier comprehensive institution recognized as a national leader in experiential education.Founded in 1920 on the campus of Yale University in cooperation with Northeastern University, UNH moved to its current West Haven campus in 1960 and opened its Orange Campus in January, 2014. The University operates a satellite campus in Tuscany, Italy, and offers programs at several locations throughout Connecticut and in New Mexico. UNH provides its students with a unique combination of a solid liberal arts education and real-world, hands-on career and research opportunities.The University enrolls approximately 6,800 students, including nearly 1,800 graduate students and more than 5,000 undergraduates – the majority of whom reside in University housing. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, and Tagliatela College of Engineering, UNH offers over 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. UNH students have access to more than 500 study abroad programs worldwide and its student-athletes compete in 16 varsity sports in the NCAA Division II's highly competitive Northeast-10 Conference.
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