Assistant Coach - Men's Lacrosse

COLUMBIA COLLEGE•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach is responsible for teaching and coaching student athletes to develop and acquire the extensive tactical, technical and physical knowledge required to be a competitive NAIA intercollegiate level student-athlete. Assist the head coach in skill evaluation, instruction, planning, organization and supervision of individual and team practices and intercollegiate athletic competitions. This is a full-time 11-month position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, science or closely related field.
Must have served as a high school and/or college lacrosse coach.
Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends, and the ability to travel.
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and must be insurable by the College’s insurance carrier.
Must pass a background check.
Must work well with others in a team setting and be willing to take on extra duties as assigned.
Must communicate effectively with all types of people and establish and maintain a strong working relationship with students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff and other college personnel.
Must have knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations.
Must have the ability to work responsibly with minimal supervision.
Must have some working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and overall skills with computers and technology.
Must be willing to work and lead by example in a non-abusive and non-threatening manner.
Required to report any athlete / team issues that are detrimental to the team, department, or college. Any illegal activities must be reported immediately.
Must be willing to work within and follow the guidelines of Columbia College, and the Department of Athletics at all times.
Must learn and be familiar with all existing processes and work excellently with the Admissions and Financial Aid Departments when recruiting and maintaining student-athletes.

Nice To Haves

Preference is a coach whose specialization leans defensively

Responsibilities

Support the Head Coach: This includes assisting with daily tasks, planning practices, and helping with game preparation and any other team-related tasks deemed necessary.
Coaching and Instruction: Instructing players on techniques, strategies, and conditioning, and providing one-on-one feedback. (Preference is a coach whose specialization leans defensively)
Scouting and Analysis: Assessing player performance, scouting potential recruits, and analyzing opposing teams.
Administrative Duties: Handling paperwork (primarily related to the recruiting process), managing equipment, and communicating with parents, etc.
Team Development: Fostering a positive team environment, motivating athletes, and promoting good sportsmanship.
Game Day Support: Assisting during games, including managing player rotations, providing on-field support, and assisting with post-game analysis.
Recruiting: Assisting with the identification and recruitment of new players.
Athletic Training and Supervision: Monitoring athlete performance and supervising training sessions.
Mentoring and Developing Athletes: Guiding and mentoring student-athletes throughout the season, both on and off the field, to include but is not limited to maintaining GPAs and eligibility.
Scheduling and Logistics: Managing travel arrangements, coordinating practice schedules, and ensuring compliance with team rules.
Performs other related duties as assigned.