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Head Coach, Field Hockey (Part-Time)

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Milton, MA Posted:

Oct 27, 2026

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Exempt Position ID:

206155

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Curry College, founded in 1879, is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton, Massachusetts. Curry is the only college in Massachusetts to guarantee students a job after graduation via The Curry Commitment program. The College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and offers 28 undergraduate majors, over 50 minors and concentrations, seven graduate programs, and an associate's degree. The College boasts a wide array of co-curricular activities including 40+ student-run clubs and organizations and 19 NCAA Division III athletic teams. The Curry College mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions. Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do. Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX. Curry College invites applications for a part-time Head Coach for our Field Hockey team. Under the direction of the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful Division III Field Hockey Program. The program will be conducted in accordance with all College and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC), and any other conference the school is affiliated with complying with all rules, regulations, and policies. The Head Coach will be responsible for the advisement, practice and training of the Field Hockey team, with the administrative responsibility to develop and teach the various skills and tactics of the activity. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position.

Essential Responsibilities:

Coaching/Teaching Duties:

Teach and develop sport-specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner. Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for practice drills and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved. Schedule practice and game preparation sessions; work with Assistant Coach on practice scheduling and competition preparation.

Administrative Duties:

Partner with the Admission Department to conduct ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods, with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber student-athletes. Provide recruiting reports as requested to Athletic Director and Admission Department. Arrange and attend recruiting visits to schools, competitions and recruiting events. Maintain up-to-date Field Hockey recruitment database using Front Rush, including contact information and all communication/interactions with recruits. Arrange on-campus visits for recruits and meet with prospective students and families. Participate in Open Houses, Accepted Students Day and other campus events. Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the College's goal of a successful record. Successfully manage budget. Successfully manage fundraising efforts for the Field Hockey Team. Monitoring weight room activities when your team is using the space.

Student Success and Retention:

Monitor academic success of student athletes and encourage high achievement. Be proactive for student athletes in need with regard to study halls, progress reports, academic alerts, etc. Respond effectively to concerns expressed by student athletes about athletic and non-athletic issues and refer students to appropriate office on campus to address concerns (Academic Support, Counseling, Residence Life, Financial Aid, etc.).

Team Administration:

Attend all Athletic Department coaches meetings. Complete all paperwork in a timely manner including, rosters, purchase quotes, meal expenses, eligibility forms, reimbursements and competition forms. Arrange all flights, hotels and bus arrangements as needed. Aid the Sports Information department in getting materials from players or coaches as needed. Distribute, collect and inspect all Field Hockey equipment Coordinate work-study student assignments.

Community Outreach:

Arrange a minimum of two (2) Service projects for the team each semester. Partner with various members of the Milton Community to initiate service projects for the team. Maintain accurate records of outreach projects and share the outreach projects with the Athletic Director and Sports Information Office.

Supervision:

Supervise Assistant Coach and work study students as needed.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related discipline from an accredited four-year collegiate institution. One to two years of coaching experience at the club, high school or college level. (Head Coaching experience preferred). Experience in coaching and knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies of coaching intercollegiate sports with ability to recruit talented players for the program. Knowledgeable and current on all NCAA rules and regulations concerning eligibility and recruiting related to specific sport that is being coached. Ability to handle emergency situations involving students. Current driver's license and good driving record. Ability to travel. Ability to work evening, weekends, and some holidays. This position does require the ability for regular physical exertion including heavy lifting (50lbs) and exposure to weather. The position also requires the temperament and interpersonal skills to work well with the modes and moods of student-athletes within the stress and tension periods of intercollegiate athletics. Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Salary:

$20,000 part-time exempt 10 months

Additional Information:

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks. Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment. The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both. Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below: Stacey Hayes, Ed.

D, Director of Title IX & Institutional Equity, Title IX Coordinator and Section 504

Coordinator:

Office G01, King Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA. 02186. 617-333-2212, stacey.hayes@curry.edu Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921,

Telephone:

617-289-0111,

FAX:

617-289-0150;

TDD:

800-877-8339,

Email:

OCR.Boston@ed.gov.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following: a cover letter; a resume; and; a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles. By submitting an application, you are attesting the following: I certify that the facts set forth in this Application for Employment are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed, false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in my dismissal. I authorize the Employer to make an investigation of any of the facts set forth in this application and release the Employer from any liability. The Employer may contact any listed references on this application. I acknowledge and understand that the company is an "at will' employer. Therefore, any employee (regular, temporary, or other type of category employee) may resign at any time, just as the Employer may terminate the employment relationship with any employee at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice to the other party.