Rivier University, located in Nashua, New Hampshire, seeks a dynamic leader to join the Athletics department as our Head Coach of Field Hockey. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach will be charged with the administration and oversight of an NCAA Division III field hockey program that participates in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. This is a full-time, 10-month position with additional responsibilities associated with game management and creating a comprehensive student-athlete experience. The successful candidate should have a proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes and have a strong commitment to the Division III philosophy and the Rivier mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct all aspects of coaching varsity field hockey team
• Recruit qualified student-athletes in cooperation with Admissions staff
• Plan and conduct practice sessions
• Coach field hockey team at all home and away games
• Become familiar with and adhere to all NCAA and Great Northeast Athletic Conference rules
• Assume primary responsibility for first aid when a trainer is unavailable
• Attend Athletic Awards Ceremony and other department functions as assigned
• Assist with department student work-study positions
• Game Manager when assigned
• Assist the Director of Athletics with NCAA and GNAC compliance
• Assist with all conference business as needed
• Other Athletic Department and University duties as assigned

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