Assistant Coach, Women's Lacrosse

Jacksonville University•Jacksonville, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibilities are to assist in planning and organizing all phases of a Division I Women’s Lacrosse program including development of the student-athlete, practice and film strategy, scouting and game preparation, recruitment and evaluation of prospective student-athletes, marketing and community involvement and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach. This position will also assist the Head Coach in organization, administration, and promotion of the program. Approximately 60% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibility is dedicated to the instruction of lacrosse through on/off-field training through video and other teaching techniques. Approximately 40% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibilities are recruiting and other administrative duties. Candidates must be committed to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes.

Requirements

Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience
Knowledge of the draw preferred + offense/defense
Leadership, commitment and ability to motivate and teach
Organizational skills
Knowledge of NCAA and ASUN
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
Previous collegiate playing and or coaching experience preferred
Thorough knowledge of NCAA, ASUN and Jacksonville University rules and regulations
A demonstrated expertise in coaching women’s lacrosse
The ability to lead and motivate student athletes
Ability to supervise and instruct athletic performance practice

Nice To Haves

Proven recruiting skills – ability to recruit student-athletes that will be successful in the classroom and on the field
Excellent communication skills – written and oral
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of all aspects of social media
Field instruction and knowledge of the game