Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of the Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach, works to assist, oversee, instruct, and implement the strategies, goals, and philosophy of the BW lacrosse program. Will assist the Head Coach with all aspects of recruitment and preparation for athletic competition and as a representative of the university, will act in a manner that supports and encourages both the University and athletic department mission statements. Additional responsibilities will be assigned within athletic department dependent upon successful candidate’s credentials and expertise to possibly include: athletic administration, game management, concessions, athletic fundraising/alumni relations or strength and conditioning responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Previous collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred
- Knowledge of athletic recruitment methods and techniques
- Ability to lead, guide and be a positive role model for student-athletes
- Ability to follow directions, be organized, and carry out assignments effectively
- Understanding of NCAA Division III, Ohio Athletic Conference and Baldwin Wallace University rules, regulations and guidelines
- Ability to work with the lacrosse program video system
- Ability to work with recruiting database system
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse environment
- Must possess a strong commitment to diversity and inclusiveness
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays in line with the competitive sports calendar
- Must maintain CPR/AED certification.
- Must be able to travel as part of essential job duties.
- Must successfully pass a background check, including any required clearance(s) to work with minors.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, be insurable, and comply with University driver and vehicle safety policies as part of essential job duties.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and recruit student athletes that fit the BW profile by attending showcase events, tournaments, and high school events.
- Coordinate the staff, in coordination with the head coach, in recruiting efforts and meet recruiting goals and objectives of head coach.
- Assist in scheduling, coordinating and conduct of campus visits.
- Be a positive role model for our student athletes to emulate.
- Represent the University and program with a high degree of professionalism, sportsmanship and integrity
- Assists in the organization, preparation and implementation of appropriate training and practice sessions.
- Provides guidance and assistance to student-athletes on a range of personal issues, as required
- Implement strategies necessary for short and long-term success
- Assist our student athletes with their academic progress as assigned by head coach.
- Provides assistance in the coordination and administration of the overall program, as required
- Represents the athletic and lacrosse program in a positive light to various internal and external constituencies
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
- Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and provide mutual support with all constituencies and colleagues
Benefits
- Reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
