Director of Squash and Head Squash Coach - Franklin & Marshall College
Listed April 28, 2011
Location: Lancaster, PA, USA
Job Description:
Full-time,
year-round position responsible organizing and supervising all phases
of the intercollegiate men and women’s squash program and fulfill
other duties as assigned. Primary responsibilities will include: Providing effective leadership for, and day-to-day management of the men and women’s squash program. Providing instruction, mentoring,
coaching, evaluation of, and guidance to student-athletes to allow them
to develop their athletic skills and abilities to maximum potential. Implementing and maintaining a
standard of performance consistent with the College's goals of academic
and athletic excellence. Promoting academic achievement among athletes. Developing and implementing effective practice and match strategies as well as scheduling and organizing matches. Communicating schedules to athletes and department personnel as required. Conducting programs within the
guidelines of the NCAA and the CSA. Establishing and monitoring
effective procedures to assure fellow coaches and athletes abide by
such requirements. Working with Admission staff to
develop and implement recruiting strategies and programs to identify
and attract promising student-athletes; maintaining contact with
promising athletes and providing prompt follow-up to inquiries from
potential athletes. Managing the men’s and women’s squash program within budgetary guidelines. Maintaining positive and
professional relations with students, athletes, alumni, the media and
Franklin & Marshall sports fans. Regular attendance at matches, practices and meetings is required.
Requirements: Minimum qualifications include a
Bachelor's degree, (Master's preferred); a minimum of three years
coaching experience; strong organizational, administrative and
communication skills; and knowledge of NCAA regulations. Must possess
current CPR and First Aid training. Because the Head Coach is required
to drive for College business, the successful candidate must possess a
U.S. or Canadian driver's license which has been valid for at least two
years, have a driving record that is free from excessive motor vehicle
violations within the last three years, and have had no convictions in
the last 24 months for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The Head Coach must continue to adhere to Franklin & Marshall
College's Vehicle Safety Policy. As every employee is an ambassador
for Franklin & Marshall College, the ability to provide superior
customer service is required for every position.
Additional Information: Franklin & Marshall College is
committed to having an inclusive campus community, and as an Equal
Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment
practices on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, color, national
origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, or sexual
orientation.
Application Instructions: All applications / resumes must be submitted via this online process.