National Head Coach, Girls Lacrosse

IMG Academy•Bradenton, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operators Elevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences Position Summary: The Head Coach for the Girls’ National Lacrosse program is responsible for engaging, inspiring, and developing student-athletes through expert coaching, training, mentorship, and fostering a culture of integrity, passion, teamwork, and academic excellence both on and off the field. This is a dynamic role that requires a passionate and committed leader with a focus on both the development of athletic skills and fostering personal growth in student-athletes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a dedicated advocate for the success of the Girls' National Lacrosse program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Proven successful coaching experience, with a track record of managing and developing all aspects of a competitive sports program.
Strong commitment to the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Experience with video technology for coaching, including editing, filming, and analysis.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships within and outside the lacrosse program.
Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment and manage complex schedules.
Requires a background check upon offer
Requires a drug test upon offer
This position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the college planning and placement process.
Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for tournaments, games, and other lacrosse-related events.

Responsibilities

Cultivate a highly competitive and inclusive girls’ lacrosse program rooted in integrity, growth, and learning, with a focus on character development.
Inspire and motivate student-athletes to reach their full potential in lacrosse while promoting academic success and personal development.
Establish and execute strategic training techniques that enhance both technical skills and team-building efforts, creating a winning program.
Build a challenging and competitive game schedule, with opportunities for nationally competitive matches and possible media exposure.
Foster a community environment where students, parents, educators, and administrators work together for the holistic development of each athlete.
Monitor student-athletes' academic progress and ensure awareness of NCAA eligibility requirements and college placement, in collaboration with College Counseling.
Recruit, develop, and manage coaching staff and support personnel, ensuring the program maintains the highest standards of excellence.
Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the program, including season planning, scheduling, facility management, team registrations, and communication with stakeholders.
Ensure safety protocols are adhered to during all practices and games, maintaining a secure and healthy environment for all participants.
Communicate effectively with parents, student-athletes, faculty, college and professional coaches, and other external stakeholders.
Represent the lacrosse program in public relations activities, including media interviews and speaking engagements.
Uphold the values, policies, and ethical standards of the institution, as well as those of lacrosse’s governing bodies.
Perform other duties as assigned.