Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach, the assistant coach assists the head coach in all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III Women’s Lacrosse program in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Brevard College, the Athletic Department, and the USA South Athletic Conference, including but not limited to, recruiting qualified student-athletes, organization of practice and games, scheduling, budget management, weight lifting supervision, supervision of academic progress, public relations, and NCAA rules compliance. The position is a full-time, non-exempt, hourly staff position for a 12-month schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required. Desired qualifications include collegiate playing or coaching experience, demonstrated ability in skill instruction, recruiting, practice and game plan development, supervisory experience, general administrative skills, excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to serve as a mentor and leader, knowledge of NCAA legislation and a commitment to rules compliance. Proven integrity, leadership, and a thorough knowledge of collegiate lacrosse are required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to manage medium/heavy workloads frequently. Subject to inside and outside conditions, repetitive motions on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Promotes the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program.
• Demonstrates compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations established by the Athletics Department, Brevard College, the NCAA and the USA South Athletic Conference.
• Coaches a particular position; in conjunction with the coaching staff, organizes standard practices and develop individual players in those positions.
• Assist with monitoring student-athlete academic progress in the coach’s specialty in connection with the Assistant AD for Compliance & Academic Services.
• Assist with game day preparations, as assigned by the head coach and in conjunction with the coaching staff, by analyzing film, designing strategies, & communicating with players in the specialty areas.
• Assists with the recruitment of qualified prospective student-athletes.
• Serve as a Game Day Administrator for specified sports.
• Supervising weight-lifting sessions for team workouts.
• Responsible for practice planning in accordance with the Head Coach’s direction
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position could oversee work study positions and student-athletes for game operations.

Qualified candidates should provide a cover letter, resume, and three references.