Assistant Coach of Football & Men's Lacrosse

Williams College, London•Williamstown, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams College, a Division III institution and a member of the New England Small College Athletics Conference (NESCAC), invites applications for a combined Assistant Football Coach / Men's Lacrosse Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month position that comes with a full-board meal plan and benefits. The Assistant Coach will primarily be assigned to the Football team between August 1 and December 15 and the Men's Lacrosse team between January 15 and May 31. Outside of these timeframes, the assistant coach will be working with both teams on out-of-season duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
Minimum of 1 year of college coaching experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience with and commitment to supporting diverse and inclusive communities.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction during practice and training sessions to assigned athletes and/or position groups.
Design and execute practice drills based on analyzed film for upcoming competition.
Be responsible for the set-up and break-down of position and team drills before and after practices.
Provide both group and individual advice to athletes to improve skills.
Responsible for break-down and distribution of game and practice film for coaches and athletes to scout for upcoming competition.
Provide analysis to athletes and coaches of opponent film to prepare for upcoming competition.
Evaluate potential recruits through film, contact with coaches, and other means as permitted by NCAA regulations.
Communicate with potential student-athletes through a variety of means in compliance with NCAA standards, including phone, social media, and in-person meeting (when applicable. May require travel).
Ensure playing area is ready for gameday activity, including set-up of markers, stands, video equipment, and bench area.
Provide in-competition support to assigned athletes and/or position group.
Assist head coach in executing established gameplan, including any in-game adjustments.
Make travel arrangements for the team to and from practice/competition (securing buses, vans, hotels, etc.).
Keep track of expenses for travel.
Be prepared to drive college vehicle if necessary.
Develop a comprehensive prospect list of recruits.
Assist in developing strategies for off-season recruiting practices.
Attend events where recruits are competing to assist in evaluation (travel required).
Participate in on-and-off campus camps used to scout and recruit potential student-athletes.
Assist Head Coach in designing and implementing training schedules, preseason practices, and in-season.
Responsible for break-down, analysis, and distribution of game and practice film for coaches and athletes to prepare for next season’s competition.