Assistant Coach, Men's Lacrosse

Brown University

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Assistant Coach, Men’s Lacrosse position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI). The Assistant Coach, Men’s Lacrosse, assists the Head Coach in all aspects of developing and executing practice and game strategy. This position plays a key role in student athlete recruitment and player development. This role serves as a direct line of communication between the Head Coach and student athletes, providing support and feedback. This position may be responsible for administrative duties as needed including but not limited to organizing travel, equipment needs, and scheduling.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years of coaching experience. In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a minimum of 6 years direct related experience is required.
Coaching experience in intercollegiate athletics, professional athletics, elite amateur sport, or a comparable competitive environment.
Solid understanding of the sport’s rules, strategies, and techniques.
Working knowledge of NCAA/league compliance requirements.
Knowledge of athlete skill development and position-specific training.
Understanding of recruiting processes and athlete evaluation methods.
Awareness of injury prevention and safe training practices.
Strong instructional and coaching skills for both individual and team development.
Effective communication skills with athletes, colleagues, and recruits.
Organization and time management skills.
Ability to utilize video analysis and performance review tools.
Basic data collection and performance tracking skills.
Ability to assist in designing and executing practice plans.
Ability to evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive feedback.
Ability to support recruiting initiatives and relationship-building with prospective athletes.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively under pressure.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to compliance standards.
Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of developing and executing practice and game strategy.
Plays a key role in student athlete recruitment and player development.
Serves as a direct line of communication between the Head Coach and student athletes, providing support and feedback.
May be responsible for administrative duties as needed including but not limited to organizing travel, equipment needs, and scheduling.
Demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations.
Perform duties in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations.
Report any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division to the compliance office and appropriate parties.
Receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting.
Maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification.