First Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach

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Department:

Women's Lacrosse

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Work Modality:

Full On Campus Presence

Union:

Job Description:

Summary:

The First Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach works directly with the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach to assist in all aspects associated with the operation of a successful NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse program. Outstanding technical, tactical and strategic knowledge of lacrosse is required. You will assist in developing and training players successfully tactically, technically, athletically, and mentally in a positive environment; assist in coordination of practice; assist in creating scouting reports, pregame match preparation, and post-game match analysis; assist in making strategic decisions in game situations; assist the strength and conditioning coach and Head Coach in sport science management and implementation of heart rate monitors; assist in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy; spearhead film upload and breakdown; assist in all day to day functions including student-athlete management, student-athlete welfare management, and overall staff and program development; attend all necessary meetings with student-athletes and personnel internally and externally on behalf of the university and program; assist in handling administrative responsibilities associated with the programs operations, including recruiting logistics and planning, team travel details, budget, and equipment ordering; assist in building and maintaining working relationships with coaches, administration, and staff on and off campus; assist in fundraising efforts and running special events; and assist in any other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Essential Functions:

• Provides game management, tactical adjustments, post-game analysis and evaluation, and skill instruction to members of the women’s lacrosse team. Instructs all student-athletes in fundamentals, training procedures, and workouts specifically designed to improve skills. Assists the Head Coach in instructing student-athletes during practices and games.

• Assists the staff in recruiting efforts for the women’s lacrosse program to attract quality student-athletes. Evaluates prospective student-athletes’ athletic performances through video and in-person evaluations.

• Assists in the strength and conditioning program for women’s lacrosse.

• Performs administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

         

Competencies:

• Supporting Coworkers.

• Prioritizing and Organizing.

• Serving Customers.

• Displaying Creativity.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-Time.

• 35 hours per week.

• Work outside of normal work hours.

Salary Range:

• $58,000 - $62,500 annually.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's degree.

Travel Required:

• Travel locally, regionally and nationally for competition and potentially internationally for recruiting. After hours and weekend work frequently required to attend games and related athletic events.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Commitment and ability to maintain and exhibit