Barton College is seeking a Head Field Hockey Coach to launch our inaugural program and oversee all aspects of it. The 2024-25 academic year will be focused on recruiting qualified student-athletes and establishing the program, with competition to begin in fall 2025 as an associate member of the South Atlantic Conference. It is the primary responsibility of the head coach to foster a positive experience for student-athletes and to do so within the missions of Barton College, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Essential Functions:
- To conduct the field hockey program according to all College, and NCAA rules, regulations, guidelines, and standards for financial aid, eligibility, and recruiting.
- To prepare and operate within the assigned budget and follow purchasing and spending guidelines as set by the College.
- To successfully pass the yearly NCAA Division II certification exam.
- To schedule, conduct, and supervise all team practice sessions and complete game schedules with confirmed travel arrangements, as approved by the Vice President and Director of Athletics.
- To develop and implement game strategies that maximize competitive opportunities.
- To recruit quality student-athletes and meet roster and retention goals.
- To hire, develop and supervise assistant coaches and managers.
- To monitor and maximize available scholarship monies within College and NCAA policy.
- To assist with student-athlete eligibility certification and completion of forms and medical exams and provide NCAA reports to the Compliance Office as required, report any NCAA rules violations, injuries or accidents involving student-athletes, and misconduct of student- athletes.
- To engage and collaborate with students, parents, alumni, faculty/staff, and administration, and to engage in public relations activities to promote Barton College and the field hockey program.
Other Areas:
- To perform any additional duties that may be assigned by the Vice President and Director of Athletics. This is a general description for all head coaches. These distinct areas of assignment may be advertised in recruiting ads/documents separate from the job description as needed.
Work Environment:
The work environment is variable depending on athletic event settings specific to the sport managed. Internal office work is also required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high depending upon student population, event attendees and activities involved. The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and may be exposed to bodily fluids and blood borne pathogens.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a physically active role requiring the employee to have the ability to teach proper techniques to students and have the requisite skills needed for athletic participation. Therefore, the physical abilities required include: the ability to walk, run, jump, stretch, stand, sit, talk, hear, using hands for fine manipulation, to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. The employee may also have to climb stairs or ladders and specific vision requirements include the ability to see up close, distantly, adjust his/her focus and have adequate peripheral vision for the position.
Desired Education, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
- 3 years of NCAA coaching experience. Collegiate playing experience preferred.
- Willing to obtain certifications in CPR/First Aid and willing to obtain other certifications as needed.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a valid North Carolina Driver’s license.
- Experience and knowledge of field hockey training with the ability to improve individual techniques/skills and game strategy.
- Knowledge of NCAA regulations.
- Strong oral and written skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, and adequate computer proficiency.
- High ethical standards and ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff, students, and public.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Application Process:
Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. If interested, please submit a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three people who are willing to serve as references to People & Support at employment@barton.edu.
Barton College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and welcomes all applicants. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Any claims of discrimination for Title IX or otherwise should be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Victoria A. Morris, at P.O. Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, or at 252-399-6330 or vamorris@barton.edu.