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Bridgewater College is seeking a motivated, team-oriented Assistant Field Hockey Coach to join our competitive NCAA Division III program. This is a full-time opportunity to help develop student-athletes, build a strong recruiting pipeline, and contribute to a positive and competitive team culture.
Working closely with the Head Field Hockey Coach, you'll play an important role in all aspects of the program, from recruiting and player development to practice planning, game preparation, and team operations. If you're passionate about field hockey and enjoy helping college athletes grow both on and off the field, we'd love to hear from you.
- Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of managing and developing a competitive Division III field hockey program.
- Recruit prospective student-athletes who align with the mission, values, and culture of Bridgewater College and the field hockey program.
- Provide on-field instruction, coaching, and individual player development.
- Assist with practice planning, game preparation, strategy, and film analysis.
- Review and break down game film to support team and individual performance.
- Help manage the program's social media presence and promote team activities and accomplishments.
- Support team operations and other program responsibilities as assigned.
- Follow all NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), and College policies and regulations.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Prior collegiate coaching experience and/or competitive collegiate playing experience required.
- Goalkeeper experience preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, and colleagues.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet the College's auto insurance requirements.
Pay is competitive, and salary is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville, Washington D.C., and Richmond, Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1,450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors, in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams.
APPLY: Complete the online application.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Email humanresources@bridgewater.edu
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.bridgewater.edu/legal/non-discrimination-notice/
ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT
The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years: https://bridgewater.app.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9
To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761.
E-VERIFY AND RIGHT TO WORK: https://bridgewater.box.com/s/479yflkelh9xjxi32ekzbre2wer5fsmz
Bridgewater College has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to obtain resources to enhance the College’s facilities, including the recent addition to and renovation of the College’s primary athletic facility. The College is posting the following Notice as required by federal law for organizations which benefit from the USDA’s funding program:
NOTICE
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax at (202) 690-7442, or email at program.intake@usda.gov.
ASSISTANT FIELD HOCKEY COACH
Bridgewater College is seeking a motivated, team-oriented Assistant Field Hockey Coach to join our competitive NCAA Division III program. This is a full-time opportunity to help develop student-athletes, build a strong recruiting pipeline, and contribute to a positive and competitive team culture.
Working closely with the Head Field Hockey Coach, you'll play an important role in all aspects of the program, from recruiting and player development to practice planning, game preparation, and team operations. If you're passionate about field hockey and enjoy helping college athletes grow both on and off the field, we'd love to hear from you.
- Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of managing and developing a competitive Division III field hockey program.
- Recruit prospective student-athletes who align with the mission, values, and culture of Bridgewater College and the field hockey program.
- Provide on-field instruction, coaching, and individual player development.
- Assist with practice planning, game preparation, strategy, and film analysis.
- Review and break down game film to support team and individual performance.
- Help manage the program's social media presence and promote team activities and accomplishments.
- Support team operations and other program responsibilities as assigned.
- Follow all NCAA, Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), and College policies and regulations.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Prior collegiate coaching experience and/or competitive collegiate playing experience required.
- Goalkeeper experience preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, and colleagues.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet the College's auto insurance requirements.
Pay is competitive, and salary is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville, Washington D.C., and Richmond, Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1,450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors, in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams.
APPLY: Complete the online application.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Email humanresources@bridgewater.edu
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.bridgewater.edu/legal/non-discrimination-notice/
ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT
The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years: https://bridgewater.app.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9
To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761.
E-VERIFY AND RIGHT TO WORK: https://bridgewater.box.com/s/479yflkelh9xjxi32ekzbre2wer5fsmz
Bridgewater College has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to obtain resources to enhance the College’s facilities, including the recent addition to and renovation of the College’s primary athletic facility. The College is posting the following Notice as required by federal law for organizations which benefit from the USDA’s funding program:
NOTICE
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax at (202) 690-7442, or email at program.intake@usda.gov.
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Frame your credentials as a specialty occupation
USCIS requires that your role demands at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Document how your coaching qualifications, sports science degree, or kinesiology background ties specifically to the technical demands of the position.
Distinguish O-1B eligibility from H-1B
If you've coached at an elite national or international level, competed professionally, or received awards recognized in hockey, O-1 may be stronger than H-1B. O-1 has no annual cap and no lottery, which matters if you need to start quickly.
Target NCAA Division I programs and professional teams
College athletic departments and AHL or NHL organizations have dedicated HR and legal counsel experienced with work visa filings. Smaller junior hockey programs rarely have sponsorship infrastructure, so focus your search on institutions with that capacity.
Search verified sponsor employers on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search to employers with confirmed LCA or visa sponsorship history in coaching and athletic roles. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsoring employers so you're not wasting applications on organizations that have never filed.
Negotiate filing timeline into your offer letter
H-1B status is subject to an annual cap and selection process, so your start date must account for USCIS processing. Confirm with your employer before signing whether they'll file for the next available cap year or pursue premium processing.
Verify prevailing wage before your employer files the LCA
Your employer must certify through DOL that your offered wages meet the prevailing wage for coaching roles in your location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level yourself before negotiations so there are no surprises at the LCA stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a hockey coach role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires deliberate framing. USCIS looks for roles that normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A coaching position tied to sports science, kinesiology, exercise physiology, or physical education is stronger than one listed generically as 'coach.' The employer's job description must reflect that the position demands theoretical and practical application of that specific degree field.
What visa options exist for foreign hockey coaches beyond the H-1B?
The O-1 visa is a strong alternative for coaches with a distinguished record, including national team experience, professional contracts, or recognized awards in the sport. P-1 applies to internationally recognized athletes but generally not coaches in a standalone capacity. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in specific USMCA-listed professions, but coaching is not explicitly listed, making TN a difficult fit for most hockey coach roles.
Do employers at the college or professional level regularly sponsor hockey coaches?
NCAA Division I programs and professional hockey organizations are more likely to have the legal resources and institutional experience to sponsor visas than junior leagues or recreational programs. You can browse employers with verified sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify which organizations have actively sponsored coaching or athletic staff roles.
Is a degree required, or can extensive playing experience substitute?
For H-1B purposes, USCIS requires a degree or its equivalent. A combination of a lower-level degree plus progressively responsible coaching or playing experience can sometimes establish equivalency, typically evaluated at three years of specialized experience per year of college. USCIS scrutinizes these equivalency arguments closely, so the experience must be directly relevant to the coaching role, not just general playing history.
How does the H-1B annual cap and selection process affect hockey coaching job offers?
H-1B is subject to an annual cap, and the selection rules have changed recently, so timing your offer against the filing window is critical. If you're not selected, your employer would need to refile the following year or explore cap-exempt alternatives. Some university-affiliated coaching positions may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B status if the employer is a qualifying nonprofit educational institution, which bypasses the lottery entirely.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Hockey Coach jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.