The Volunteer Women's Water Polo Coach is responsible for leading and implementing a comprehensive sport program for Saint Mary’s College Club Sports within the Division of Student Life. This position is responsible for the student athlete participants and provides oversight to the program needs and direction.
- Understand and demonstrate the mission and values of Saint Mary’s College.
- Build a successful coaching plan for the team with pre-season, in-season and postseason objectives.
- Effectively interact with assistant coaches, student assistants and other college personnel.
- Plan and attend weekly and daily training sessions
- Interest in player development, growth and providing feedback. Oversee player welfare and ensure the health and well-being of each participant.
- Maintain and build player performance success.
- Assist in recruiting efforts for the program
- Follow college policies that align with student code of conduct and academic probation.
- Responsible for maintaining proper coaching certifications.
- Oversee game day field set-up & assist in referee assignments in collaboration with the office of Club Sports.
- Assist Team leaders in the travel and transportation aspects of the team and competition days.
- Build and maintain team morale.
- Adhere to eligibility requirements for participants.
- Assist in maintaining equipment & supplies
- Communicate effectively with the Department of Club Sports
- Adhere to college policies regarding financial and budgeting processes.
- Attend events as requested and represent the college appropriately.
The Saint Mary’s Club Sports program provides students with a unique opportunity to build, develop, and enhance their leadership, organizational, and management skills in a fun, safe, and supportive learning environment. Participants in Club Sports at Saint Mary’s College involve themselves in competition, community, and building connections that enhance the Club Sports student-athlete experience at Saint Mary's College through the Department of Campus Recreation and the Saint Mary’s College community.
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Empowering students to discover and achieve their dreams. Student Life collaborates with faculty, staff, students, and community members to deliver a comprehensive and high-impact, student-centered experience both inside and outside of the classroom.
We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.
College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.
- Strong Communication, leadership and organization skills
- Ability to lead and motivate players.