Interim Head Coach of Men's and Women's Squash Coach.
FULL TIME$93K–112K/YR
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Interim Head Men's and Women's Squash Coach position. The Interim Head Men's and Women's Squash Coach is a full-time position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $93,000 to $112,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The interim head coach is responsible for the management and administration of all aspects of a successful squash program. The interim head coach will maintain program continuity, ensure positive team dynamics, foster student-athlete academic and athletic development, and manage day-to-day competition. The position requires a strong understanding of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment. The interim head coach takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Summary of Responsibilities: Coaching & Team Management Teach, analyze performance, and coach match techniques, court positioning, and physical strategy of squash during practices and intercollegiate competition. Maintain program stability and team morale during the leadership transition. Monitor the academic progress of squash student-athletes, liaising with faculty and providing guidance when necessary. Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions and maintain team records and evaluation metrics. Ensure full compliance with all NESCAC, CSA (College Squash Association), NCAA, and institutional regulations. Recruiting Create a dynamic and inclusive recruitment plan for the team. Lead the effort to scout and recruit high-achieving prospective student-athletes from geographically and demographically diverse populations. Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities. Coordinates and organizes potential student-athletes' on-campus visits. Department & Operational Responsibilities Manage match logistics, travel schedules, equipment inventory, and daily operating budgets in coordination with administration. Attend departmental meetings and perform other administrative duties as requested by the Director of Athletics. Qualifications: Required Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education/experience. Experience playing or coaching squash at the college level. Strong recruiting skills. Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills, and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgment and discretion. Demonstrated commitment to supporting the development of student-athletes from varied backgrounds. Ability to work intentionally with a diverse team to establish and maintain an inclusive, supportive, cohesive team atmosphere. Ability to work nights, weekends, and other non-traditional schedules Ability to travel (by car, air, train, bus) domestically as needed for competition. Successful completion of required reference and background checks. An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check. Valid driver’s license and successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program. (See: https://www.fivecolleges.edu/riskmgmt/driver_credentialing) Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen.) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Welcome to Amherst College! We are excited to share our current openings. You are invited to explore the opportunities available and we encourage you to apply for those that are aligned with your skills and experience. Thank you again for your interest in Amherst College Amherst College, one of the premier liberal arts colleges in the nation, is located in Amherst, Massachusetts—a town of about 35,000 residents in the western part of the state. The college community includes around 1,800 students from 48 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and 54 countries around the world, along with about 1,000 staff and faculty members. 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