Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach assists in planning and directing the training of student-athletes and assesses individuals' abilities and skill levels to determine appropriate team positions. Assists players in reaching the highest athletic potential possible through athletic training and leadership skills. Must be familiar with NCAA rules and regulations. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within Men’s Lacrosse. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. This is a part-time position that requires night and weekend availability, as well as regular travel (both recruiting and team travel).

Essential Accountabilities:

• Assist the head coach in monitoring the strength and conditioning programs
• Assist the head coach with on and off-field coaching of the team, including practice planning and implementation, individual and team coaching, and other coaching duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with the academic support of current student-athletes, including study hall monitoring, individual academic monitoring and meetings, class checking, and other duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with on and off-campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone calls, and other duties.
• Provide input in the evaluation and improvement of our student-athletes.
• Pass the NCAA recruiting certification test.
• Assist the head coach with scouting opponents.
• Assist the head coach with planning all aspects of team travel within budgetary limitations.
• Assist the head coach with planning events for fundraising and other special functions within the framework of the overall athletic department fundraising and development program.
• Candidates must be committed to the academic success of student-athletes and their personal growth and social development.
• Additional duties can be assigned with discussions between the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and the candidate

Minimum Qualifications & Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (list below).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Synergy, and/or video editing.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student-athletes, and potential recruits and their families.
• Excellent communication, written and oral skills
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II guidelines and regulations.
• The candidate must possess a clean driving record. Post University uses MVR reports as part of our pre-employment screening process