Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month position as an Assistant Coach, Women’s Lacrosse. Reporting to the Head Coach, Women's Lacrosse, this position will assist with training and coaching student-athletes to compete effectively and successfully at the NCAA Division I level. Assist with managing and planning for daily practices and intercollegiate contests and supervise conditioning and training programs in conjunction with professional staff. Assist with recruiting high-quality student-athletes who are capable to succeed in a challenging academic environment and an intensely competitive lacrosse program. Provide general guidance and support for student-athletes in athletic and non-athletic endeavors to enhance their experience at the University and promote academic success. Assist with managing the program budget to include ordering team equipment and planning for team travel. Abide by all Marist University, NCAA and The Metro Conference rules and regulations. Participating actively in University, public, alumni, media appearances and fundraising and booster events. Demonstrate commitment to creating a supportive work environment within the team, department, and University.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Driver's license with no serious convictions
CPR/AED certification and ability to pass the NCAA recruiting test

Nice To Haves

Master's degree

Responsibilities

Assist Head Coach in developing Program needs including the following:
Formulating and organization of practice, on-field coaching and training.
Conducting individual and small group training.
Conducting comprehensive game strategizing, Scouting and film review of practices and games.
Preparing daily team practices.
Working games and practices.
Recruiting athletes to Marist University:
Researching all relevant recruiting opportunities of prospective student-athletes.
Preparing and coordinating scheduling of recruiting, accommodations in accordance with NCAA, The Metro Conference, and institutional regulations.
Evaluating prospective student-athletes by attending tournaments, showcases and other relevant recruiting opportunities during permissible recruiting periods.
Conducting professional communications with coaches, prospective student- athletes and parents under permissible recruiting timelines.
Coordinating visitation.
Active and up to date with compliance of NCAA and institutional rules.
Provide mentoring in conjunction with staff and program vision to student-athletes inside and outside of practice on their academic, personal, civic, and career aspirations for the future.
Assist in other administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by the head coach and/or the Director of Athletics.

Benefits

3 weeks of paid vacation.
4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available.
Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.