This position is responsible to the head coach for providing coaching expertise and leadership of the intercollegiate Field Hockey program; assisting the head coach in the effective management and administration of all aspects relating to a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes. Position Profile Develops and maintains competitive intercollegiate sport programs. Directs all aspects of sport staff in recruiting, practice and game competitions. Responsible for the recruitment/hiring, goal setting, coaching and performance review of all sport staff. Instructs and teaches student-athletes in fundamentals of sport technique and strategy. Plans and executes practice and competition plans including the evaluation of opponents. Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes. Level Summary Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives. Supervisory Responsibilities Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports. Fiscal Responsibilities May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives. Problem Solving Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance. Independence of Action Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations. Communication and Collaboration Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Physical Requirements This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1-2 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Department ICA-Field Hockey Pay Rate Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials. The targeted salary for this position is $36,279. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, retirement plan with an employer contribution, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, parental leave program, vacation, and more. Additional information is available at Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees) Discover the full value of joining Ohio University by clicking this link: Our Total Compensation Estimator shows your offer package in dollars: salary plus university paid benefits including health coverage, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition benefits, and more. See details on what we offer in one place and compare different options for retirement and insurance. Estimates are informational only; exact coverage is determined by eligibility policies and official plan documents. Pay Grade 0 Pay Range $0.00-$0.00 FLSA Status Exempt Job Category Administrative at-will appointment Employment Type full-time regular Job Family Athletics Job Sub Family Coaching Job Level IC 3 Job Open Date 05/18/2026 Posting End Date 06/02/2026 Planning Unit Intercollegiate Athletics Work Schedule Some evenings and weekends will be required as well as travel. Months 12 month Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40 hours per week Expected duration of assignment on-going