Assistant Coach - Men's Lacrosse

Heidelberg University•Tiffin, OH

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting directly to Head Men's Lacrosse Coach, the Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach assists the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach with all aspects of athletic team operation. This role provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services to the athletic program under the direction and supervision of the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach at Heidelberg University. The position involves recruiting quality student-athletes capable of competing at the NCAA level and achieving academic success, while also aiming for competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence. The coach is expected to provide leadership in the personal development of student-athletes, project a positive and professional image, and help design a competitive schedule that maximizes student-athlete development and performance. Additionally, the role requires developing and sustaining positive relationships with alumni and friends of the program, aiding in the planning and implementation of practice and competition schedules, and participating in fund-raising activities. Adherence to NCAA, Ohio Athletics Conference, University, and Athletics Department standards is crucial, along with administration of home events and planning of team travel and recruit visits. Other related duties as assigned by the supervisor are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
2-4 years coaching/athletic experience
Proven ability to recruit high level student-athletes
Successful background in collegiate coaching and / or personal experience at the collegiate level
Must demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
Ability to relate to diverse cross-sections of individuals.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Ability to travel as needed or required, work evenings and / or weekends as needed.
Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers.
Experience with or ability to learn recruiting software and databases.
Employee in this position must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services to the athletic program under the direction and supervision of the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach at Heidelberg University.
Recruiting quality student-athletes capable of competing at the NCAA level
Recruiting student-athletes capable of achieving academic success at a competitive academic institution
Achieving competitive results that demonstrate athletic excellence
Providing leadership in the personal development of student-athletes by projecting a positive and professional image
Helping to design a competitive schedule that maximizes student-athlete development and performance
Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking, and listening skills
Developing and sustaining positive relationships with alumni and friends of the program
Aiding in the planning and implementation of practice and competition schedules
Participating and assisting in fund-raising activities
Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ohio Athletics Conference, University, and Athletics Department standards
Administration of home events
Aiding and planning of team travel and recruit visits
Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor.