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Interim Head Coach of Men's and Women's Squash Coach

Five Colleges, Incorporated52 open roles

Pay
$82,000 – $92,000 a year
Where
Amherst Campus
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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, fixed-term position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $82,000 to $92,000 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 a one-season position that is responsible for the management, daily operation, and short-term administrative oversight 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.

Department & Operational Responsibilities

  • Manage match logistics, travel schedules, equipment inventory, and daily operating budgets in coordination with administration.
  • Maintain open lines of communication with alumni and department leadership during the transition period.
  • Attend departmental meetings and perform other administrative duties as requested by the Director of Athletics.

Recruiting

  • Work with the Assistant Squash Coach to maintain the existing recruiting pipelines and co-communicate with ongoing prospective student-athletes to preserve recruitment stability.
  • Working with the Assistant Squash Coach, host on-campus visits and co-represent the college to prospective recruits from diverse backgrounds.

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.

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