Clarkson University
- 2550 active jobs (view)
- careers-clarkson.icims.com
Description
A successful assistant coach at Clarkson University will assist the head coach in each of the following areas in relation to their sport: recruiting, teaching/coaching, counseling, marketing, alumni relations, fund raising, and sport administration. It will be necessary to prioritize and balance these activities in a manner that best promotes and advances their sport within all Clarkson University, Liberty League, and NCAA rules and regulations. This position is from Feb 1st to May 31st.
Responsibilities:
- Promote the mission and goals of Clarkson University, the NCAA and the athletic department.
- Assist in recruiting quality student-athletes who will fit the academic and athletic profile for Clarkson University.
- Assist in evaluating prospective student-athletes and decide whether they are potential members of the Team.
- Assist in determining a recruiting plan for each academic year to evaluate and recruit student-athletes to Clarkson University
- Assist in developing a teaching/coaching plan that best utilizes the strengths (individual and collective) of the Team.
- Assist in the development of practice and game preparation plans.
- Assist student-athletes with their academic progress.
- Assist with the development of a positive image for the program through various media outlets.
- Assist with the compliance to ensure program compliance with all NCAA, league and University rules and regulations.
- Assist in the development and promotion of community activities including but not limited to summer camps, leagues, or community service activities.
Qualifications:
- Tactical and technical knowledge in their respective sport.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Must be able to problem solve.
- Assist in suggestions and implementing solutions.
- Have teaching experience in both skate and classic techniques.
- Be capable of successfully instructing intermediate to advanced Nordic skiers.
- Work well as a team member.
- Ability to work as a member of a diverse community.