Head Field Hockey Coach & Coordinator of Intramural Sports (10 Month Position)

Location: Westfield, MA Category: Athletics Job Type: Full\-time Posted On: Wed Apr 22 2026 Job Description:

Campus Title: Head Field Hockey Coach \&Coordinator of Intramural Sports

State Job Title: Staff Assistant

Department: Athletics

Job Code: HA5600

FLSA Status: Exempt

Funding: 7115\-0100

Bargaining Unit: APA

Job Type: Full\-time, Permanent, 10 months

Timeframe:10 Months/ 43 Weeks

Shift: Monday\- Friday, 10am\-6pm, nights and weekend availability

Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Supervision Received: Reports to the Director of Athletics / Also coordinates in conjunction with the Assistant Athletic Director of Campus Recreation for Intramural Sports

Supervision Exercised: Will supervise student employees within the area of recreation, intramural and club athletics. May supervise personnel within the department of athletics. Will supervise Parenzo Gymnasium. Will supervise assistant coaches for the field hockey program

Salary: $50,500\.00\-$52,700\.00

General Statement of Duties

Will serve as Head Coach of the Field Hockey Program, including all aspects of recruiting, scouting, practice and game preparation, athlete development, and supervision of assistant coaches in compliance with departmental, conference, and NCAA regulations. Will plan, implement, and oversee the University's Intramural and Recreation Program, including scheduling, programming, facility use, and supervision of student staff and officials. Will manage program operations including budgeting, payroll, reporting, and oversight of intramural boards and related administrative functions. Will also support departmental initiatives, facility management, and additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director within the scope of professional expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include but not limited to:

Essential:

• Will perform all duties as the Head Coach of the Field Hockey Program. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, scouting, practice planning, strategy and teaching, organizing a training program, budget management, fundraising, scheduling, academic oversight, team supervision, hiring and supervising assistant coaches all while following departmental, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Will organize, implement and direct the total Intramural\-Recreation Program for all university students and staff.
• Is responsible for recruitment, training and supervision of Intramural office, program and activity personnel, including but not limited to supervisors and officials for sports and activities.
• Will operate the Intramural/Recreation Program with the given yearly budget and be responsible for weekly payrolls as outlined by University policy and other receipts dealing with and/or generated by the program.
• Will offer a yearly program that is varied and has both indoor and outdoor activities from September through May.
• Will organize and supervise the Intramural office and implement office hours conducive for students and staff needs and information.
• Will follow and implement prescribed University rules and regulations, which may concern Intramural Athletics and which may affect NCAA eligibility, and that of Westfield State University.
• May be scheduled to work home game management at various events and contests for the department.
• Will supervise and oversee facility use of Parenzo Gymnasium and other University facilities as utilized by Intramural and Club Sports.
• Will prepare annual budgets and reports for the program including yearly accurate records of all activities and questionnaires.
• Will organize and oversee student Intramural Board, which assists in overseeing the program and involved with policy and behavior decisions.
• When requested, provides a monthly report to the Athletics Director consisting of data relative to intramurals \& recreation.
• Represents the University at regional and national meetings.
• At times may be asked to participate in recruitment, selection and orientation of professional staff.
• May assist the Athletic Director with off\-season programs.
• May arrange maintenance and preparation of athletic fields.
• May work with other staff members of Athletics and/or Student Services in conjunction with department and/or divisional projects such as the implementation of an e\-sports program.
• Will perform any duties assigned by the Athletics Director within in the area of professional competence.
• Will adhere to the professional guidelines and standards as set forth by NIRSA and ACPA organizations.

Job Requirements: Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's Degree preferred)
• Demonstrated experience with coaching at the intercollegiate level.
• Demonstrated successful experience in student\-athlete recruitment within a college setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of/with the NCAA and/or affiliated athletic organizations (i.e. MASCAC).
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work with staff, coaches, faculty, alumni and the community.
• Knowledge of computers and able to learn College Admin. Format
• Outstanding communication skills, especially oral.

Additional Information: Salary:

Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage.

Employee Benefits:

Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.

• Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO\-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
• Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10\-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
• Tuition Waivers \& Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
• Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
• Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits \& Wellness webpage.

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413\) 572\-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.